Epigenetic And Functional Decline Of Intestinal Stem Cells During Aging
Funder
National Health and Medical Research Council
Funding Amount
$584,390.00
Summary
Age related changes have been shown to impact on the overall functional properties of the intestinal epithelium, which affects overall nutrition and quality of life in the aged population. This proposal will study the cellular and molecular mechanisms underlying intestine deterioration during aging.
Cyclotherapy: A New Approach To Stop The Side Effects Of Chemotherapy
Funder
National Health and Medical Research Council
Funding Amount
$565,847.00
Summary
Cyto-toxic chemotherapy is a widely used treatment for cancer but is associated with significant side effects for the patient. These are due to the chemotherapy killing normal dividing cells in the gut, bone marrow and hair follicles. We will determine the potential of cyclotherapy in preventing these side effects. In cyclotherapy a pre-treatment temporarily stops normal cells from dividing and therefore protects them from the damage of subsequent chemotherapy.