The role of innate resistance in protection from emerging pathogens

Project: Research project

Project Details

Description

The objective of this research proposal is to understand the receptors used by immune cells to recognize cells infected by viruses. Knowledge of these receptors will allow for the intelligent design of protective drugs that can be given to individuals that have been exposed to potentially harmful viruses.

StatusActive
Effective start/end date6/7/10 → …

Funding

  • Ontario Ministry of Economic Development, Job Creation and Trade: US$1,274,342.00

ASJC Scopus Subject Areas

  • Microbiology
  • Infectious Diseases
  • Cell Biology