Research Update
Cory Xian – Uni SA
Children’s bone growth is influenced by genetic factors and many environmental factors such as nutrition, trauma, or medical treatments. Cory’s team are currently working on the following areas relating to children’s bone growth; (1) Bone growth mechanisms and regulation; (2) Mechanisms for injury responses and bone growth arrest after growth plate fracture; (3) Development of growth factors and/or stem cell-based treatments for repairing injured growth plate cartilage; (4) Mechanisms for chemotherapy induced bone growth defects and development of preventative treatments.
Jin Dai – Australian National University
Osteoporosis, osteoporotic fracture and non-union remain a national health concern. Therefore the continuous quest for better prevention and treatment regarding these remains high on the agenda. The thesis is following the guidelines proposed in the project. The major goal of the thesis stays to develop, optimise and investigate synergistic effects of our new formula on bone remodelling and fracture healing.
David Little - Westmead Children's Hospital Sydney
The Bone Growth Foundation has assisted Professor David Little to continue his important studies looking at mechanisms of bone healing and osteoporosis. This has led to his most recent prestigious award; the Crouch Fellowship from the Royal Australian College of Surgeons worth $150,000 this year.
