Project: MxA, a potential antiviral magic bullet?
Mackenzie Group
The human MxA protein is normally viewed as a useful biomarker for infection, as it is highly upregulated in the presence of IFN. However, it is also a very potent antiviral protein against many viruses particularly influenza virus. We have shown that MxA can be genetically retargeted it can be effective in restricting the replication of viruses normally resistant due to the compartmentalisation of their replication steps and cycles. Thus, this project aims to redirect the localisation of MxA to different celular compartments to inhibit the replication of a broad range of virus families. We aim to show that the recombinant MxA can be delivered via novel RNA technologies.
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Mackenzie Group
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The Mackenzie group investigates the intracellular replication of flaviviruses and noroviruses to understand how replication influences cellular functions and immune dysfunction. In particular, the influences viral replication imparts on metabolic and stress pathways that ultimately lead to immune regulation and dysfunction. We aim to use this knowledge to develop prevention and treatment options against these highly pathogenic viruses.
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MxA, a potential antiviral magic bullet?
PhD/MPhil, Master of Biomedical Science, Honours
Research degrees at the Doherty Institute are administered by the University of Melbourne.