Lead researcher
Prof Jamie Rossjohn, Prof Dale Godfrey
Institution
Monash University
Years funded
2013-2015
The immune system can sometimes identify cancerous cells and kill them through 'immune surveillance'. A key goal in the field of tumour immunology is to understand the mechanisms by which tumour cells are eliminated by the activated immune system. Our project is focused on Natural Killer T (NKT) cells, which facilitate immunity to a variety of tumours. We will aim to understand how NKT cells interact with tumour antigens.
Lay Report (Final)
Investigation into tumour recognition by Natural Killer T cells
Funding Body
Cancer Council Victoria Research Grant
Funding
$99,891 pa for three years