Website
http://dataportal.arc.gov.au/NCGP/API/grants/LE0668506
Funding Status
Closed
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Funded Activity Summary
A Multi-Axis Biomaterials Testing Facility. Damage to bones and joints, due to injury or diseases such as osteoporosis and arthritis, is a major cause of disability and cost to the nation. Australia's ageing population contributes not only to an increasing incidence of such conditions, but also to more patients out-living implants such as replacement joints. In 2001-2, Australia spent over $800 million on joint replacement. Because over 11% of procedures are revisions of failed implants, even small improvements in implant life represent significant cost savings. By accurately simulating conditions within the body, this biomechanical testing facility will lead to new developments in implant designs and materials, in turn improving quality of life, productivity and treatment costs.Funded Activity Details
Start Date: 2006
End Date: 12-2006
Funding Scheme: Linkage Infrastructure, Equipment and Facilities
Funding Amount: $150,000.00
Funder: Australian Research Council
Research Topics
ANZSRC Field of Research (FoR)
Orthopaedics | Biomedical Engineering | Biomaterials | Biomechanical Engineering
ANZSRC Socio-Economic Objective (SEO)
Health related to ageing | Skeletal system and disorders (incl. arthritis) | Surgical methods and procedures |
