Centre For Research Excellence In Pulmonary Fibrosis
Funder
National Health and Medical Research Council
Funding Amount
$2,498,607.00
Summary
The Centre for Research excellence in Pulmonary Fibrosis (CRE-PF) aims to develop a sustainable nation-wide network, consisting of world recognized experts. The group will enable an integrative approach to solving PF through a layered strategy extending from molecules germane to disease pathogenesis, to human studies. With this approach the CRE-PF will set a new paradigm for synergy between academia, health care, health policy and the public, placing Australia at the forefront of innovation.
The Centre For Research In Childhood Early Respiratory Disease
Funder
National Health and Medical Research Council
Funding Amount
$2,621,023.00
Summary
The Centre for Research in Childhood Early Respiratory Disease is dedicated to the prevention of lung disease in young children with chronic respiratory disease. We aim to better understand the process of lung disease to identify predictors of disease and to treat it better. We will investigate the psychosocial effects of early interventions to better manage families. We will facilitate collaborations to provide best practice guidance and will train the next generation of doctors and researchers
Breathe Well: A Centre For Research Excellence In Chronic Respiratory Diseases And Lung Ageing
Funder
National Health and Medical Research Council
Funding Amount
$2,527,082.00
Summary
Our CRE is based on common respiratory conditions covering wide spectrum of ages and severity. We will investigate how to maintain optimal respiratory health, through innovative approaches to early detection, improved therapy and adherence. We have a strong multi-disciplinary team of collaborators and we will build capacity through post-doctoral fellowships to improve our structural balance and optimise translational outputs. Tasmania is an ideal community to host a strong CCRE.