Functional Characterization And Therapeutic Targeting Of The Novel Long Noncoding RNA RP1-40E16.9
Funder
National Health and Medical Research Council
Funding Amount
$673,447.00
Summary
Cancer is the most common cause of death from diseases in children. Neuroblastoma is the most common solid tumour in early childhood. In this project, we will define the role of a novel long non-protein-coding RNA in promoting neuroblastoma initiation and progression. We will also define the anti-cancer efficacy of a novel therapy targeting the long non-protein-coding RNA.
Targeting JMJD6 Gene Gain For The Therapy Of Neuroblastoma
Funder
National Health and Medical Research Council
Funding Amount
$381,012.00
Summary
Cancer is the most common cause of death from disease in children. Neuroblastoma is the most prevalent solid tumour in early childhood. In this project, we will define the key role of JMJD6 gene gain in neuroblastoma cell proliferation, survival and tumourigenesis. We will also identify a novel therapeutic strategy for the treatment of neuroblastoma.
Mechanisms For Regulation Of Myc Transcription And Cell Growth
Funder
National Health and Medical Research Council
Funding Amount
$645,347.00
Summary
We aim to use the animal model system, the vinegar fly, to investigate mechanism for cancer initiation. The fly has been studied for over 90 years and has proved an excellent genetic model for understanding the complex processes leading to abnormal cell growth, which is associated with the early stages of human cancer. The high level of conservation between fly genes and human cancer genes means these studies will provide novel insights into the genetic mechanisms underlying tumour formation.