An exploration of the interface between Indigenous knowledge and anti-cancer potential of traditionally used plants.

Funding Activity

Website
http://purl.org/au-research/grants/nhmrc/1054514

Funding Status
Closed

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Funded Activity Summary

This research is directed towards embedding a model that enables the integration of Indigenous and Western-scientific knowledge of medicinal plants with anti-cancer properties or desirable bioactivities which may be associated with relieving the side effects of cancer treatment. Improved relationship and capacity building will be achieved through social engagement activties between Indigenous and Western researchers by teaching scientific related skills and knowledge related to practices conducted on traditional homelands.

Funded Activity Details

Start Date: 01-01-2013

End Date: 01-01-2017

Funding Scheme: Early Career Fellowships

Funding Amount: $308,954.00

Funder: National Health and Medical Research Council

Research Topics

ANZSRC Field of Research (FoR)

Biologically Active Molecules

ANZSRC Socio-Economic Objective (SEO)

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Other Keywords

Aboriginal | cancer chemotherapeutic agents | capacity building | chemistry | indigenous Australians

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