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Genetics of infectious and inflammatory diseases
Reference
BBS/E/D/05201237
Principal Investigator / Supervisor
Professor Ivan Morrison
Co-Investigators /
Co-Supervisors
Institution
University of Edinburgh
Department
The Roslin Institute
Funding type
Research
Value (£)
2,743,075
Status
Completed
Type
Institute Project
Start date
01/08/2008
End date
31/03/2012
Duration
44 months
Abstract
Host genetic variation in resistance to infection or disease is ubiquitous. It impacts on the epidemiology and control of disease, including the development of effective vaccines, and it enables the breeding of animals for increased resistance. We aim to dissect vertebrate host genetic variation in immunity and resistance to a variety of key endemic diseases. Further, we aim to investigate gene function in host-pathogen interactions and disease resistance, using transgenic technology where appropriate. The objectives of the theme are: To dissect host genetic variation in immunity and disease resistance. To investigate gene function in host-pathogen interactions and disease resistance.
Summary
unavailable
Committee
Closed Committee - Genes & Developmental Biology (GDB)
Research Topics
Animal Health, Immunology
Research Priority
X – Research Priority information not available
Research Initiative
X - not in an Initiative
Funding Scheme
X – not Funded via a specific Funding Scheme
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