Repair Of Tooth Enamel/dentine By Biomimetic Mineralisation
Funder
National Health and Medical Research Council
Funding Amount
$1,107,069.00
Summary
Dental caries (tooth decay) and erosion involve loss of tooth mineral and are major public health problems. The project will involve the proof-of-concept testing of a prototype dental professional product MI Enamel/Dentine RepairTM to repair early stages of mineral loss non-invasively. This will result in the development of a system which should revolutionize dental practice globally for the non-invasive repair of early tooth decay and erosion lesions with a surface seal of tooth-like mineral.
Enamel Remineralisation And Prebiosis By A Novel Biomimetic System
Funder
National Health and Medical Research Council
Funding Amount
$800,585.00
Summary
Tooth decay and erosion involve loss of tooth mineral and are major public health problems.The project will involve the testing of a prototype professional product “Tooth Mousse Professional” to repair early stages of mineral loss. It is anticipated that this project will result in the development of a system with substantially superior properties for the non-invasive treatment of early tooth decay and erosion. The system will also encourage the growth of beneficial bacteria in the mouth.
Application Of Sutureless Technology 'SurgiLux' For Dura Mater Repair: A Proof Of Concept Study
Funder
National Health and Medical Research Council
Funding Amount
$213,125.00
Summary
A unique technology that combines biomaterials and lasers to effectively close and seal wounds could replace sutures in delicate surgery close to the brain. Wound closure in the cranium is still reliant upon sutures or 'stitches' and these have complications; a major one being leakage of cerebro spinal fluid (CSF). The application of 'SurgiLux' technology will both close and seal these wounds quickly and easily, with significant health and economic benefits.
Development Of A Novel Drug For Chronic And Infected Wounds
Funder
National Health and Medical Research Council
Funding Amount
$482,362.00
Summary
Chronic wounds affect more than 9 million people worldwide and demand for wound care is increasing. The annual cost to healthcare systems in the US and Australia in treating such wounds is US$25 billion and AU$3 billion, respectively, and there is urgent need for more effective approaches.
A Fully Implantable Self Powered Extra Aortic Counterpulsation Device? For Translational Development In Hypertensive Heart Failure
Funder
National Health and Medical Research Council
Funding Amount
$901,586.00
Summary
The development of a low cost self-powered cardiac aortic assist device to improve blood flow to the heart and rest of the body. The device is placed on the external surface of the large blood vessel (aorta) leaving the heart and provides gentle counterpulsation to improve blood flow. This aortic cardiac assist device is a therapeutic treatment for early stage heart failure.