A National Digital Platform Privileging Time Honoured Indigenous Knowledge
Funder
National Health and Medical Research Council
Funding Amount
$35,000.00
Summary
Our vision is for a modern digital ‘National Network’ of sustainable research partnerships that benefit Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities. Using the Uluru Statement framework for community dialogues, we will develop a governance framework that is 'fit for purpose' and which safeguards Indigenous people against the risks of research. A governance framework reflecting community priorities will lead to a culturally safe digital platform and a shared vision for Indigenous research.
Using ‘omics To Unravel The Pathophysiology And Repurpose Drugs To Treat ME/CFS
Funder
National Health and Medical Research Council
Funding Amount
$1,083,010.00
Summary
The cause(s) of myalgic encephalomyelitis/chronic fatigue syndrome (ME/CFS) are not well known, but may involve altered function by the component of the cell that produces energy (mitochondria). We will use cutting edge stem cell technology to investigate this in detail and generate vital new knowledge that could identify new targets for the treatment of ME/CFS. We will also use a complex technology to screen a library of drugs to identify those that may be useful in the treatment of ME/CFS.