BrAshA-T (ataxia-telangiectasia) PhD Scholarship

BrAshA-T (ataxia-telangiectasia) PhD Scholarship

Scholarship Description
The human genetic disorder ataxia-telangiectasia (A-T) is a multi-system disease affecting the immune, endocrine and nervous systems. A-T patients are also hypersensitive to radiation and are predisposed to developing leukaemias and lymphomas. The identification of the defective gene (ATM) in this syndrome has assisted in our understanding of the cellular response to radiation. However, there is at present no cure for this progressive, neurodegenerative disorder. BrAshA-T ataxia telangiectasia limited is an organisation established in Australia to support research into this disorder and is pleased to be able to establish a PhD scholarship at the Qld Institute of Medical Research. Enrolment for the PhD will be through the University of Queensland. Further information can be obtained from Professor Martin Lavin,

Study Subject: Genetic disorder
Web Address: www.qimr.edu.au/research/labs/martinl/index.html
Provided By: Queensland Institute of Medical Research , The University of Queensland
To be undertaken at: The University of Queensland.
Level: Post Graduate (Research)

Availability
This scholarship is offered once only to one person. Open for applications until January 30, 2009.

Payment Information
The value of this scholarship is AUD21000 (per annum). This award is to be used for living expenses. This scholarship is paid fortnightly for the period of 3 years.

Research Information
This scholarship is for one of the following fields of research: BIOLOGICAL SCIENCES, Genetics or MEDICAL AND HEALTH SCIENCES.

Eligibility
This scholarship is for study in Australia.

Contact Person
Prof Martin F Lavin
The Qld Institute of Medical Research
Phone: 61 7 3362 0341
Email: martin.lavin@qimr.edu.au
Address:
PO Royal Brisbane and Women's Hospital
Herston
Qld, Australia
4029

More Information: www.qimr.edu.au/research/labs/martinl/index.html