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Grant Award View - GA29064-V2
Clay nanoparticle-facilitated RNAi for non-transgenic modification of...
GA ID:
GA29064-V2
Agency:
Australian Research Council
Approval Date:
27-Nov-2018
Variation Publish Date:
2-Aug-2021
Variation Date:
27-Jul-2021
Category:
Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) Research
Grant Term:
10-Jan-2019 to 9-Jan-2022
Value (AUD):
$495,000.00
(GST inclusive where applicable)
Varies:
GA29064
- Clay nanoparticle-facilitated RNAi for non-transgenic modification of crops
One-off/Ad hoc:
No
Aggregate Grant Award:
No
PBS Program Name:
ARC 18/19 Discovery
Grant Program:
Discovery Projects
Grant Activity:
Clay nanoparticle-facilitated RNAi for non-transgenic modification of crops
Purpose:
This project aims to define the most effective spray formulations, consisting of clay nanoparticles and induced RNA interference (RNAi) to manipulate gene expression in plants. Topical application of double-stranded RNA (dsRNA) for RNAi represents an attractive alternative to genetically engineered crops. However, naked dsRNA is unstable and is not efficiently taken up by plants. For these reasons, topical application of dsRNA has thus far produced only modest induction of RNAi in plants. Nanoparticle-facilitated manipulation of gene expression in plants will enable sustainable clean green strategies for protecting crops from diseases. This project will result in improved crop protection and productivity and boost the export potential of Australian crops.
GO ID:
GO Title:
Discovery Projects commencing in 2019
InternalReferenceId:
DP19 Round 1
Selection Process:
Targeted or Restricted Competitive
Confidentiality - Contract:
No
Confidentiality - Outputs:
No
Grant Recipient Details
Recipient Name:
The University of Queensland
Recipient ABN:
63 942 912 684
Grant Recipient Location
Suburb:
ST LUCIA
Town/City:
ST LUCIA
Postcode:
4067
State/Territory:
QLD
Country:
AUSTRALIA
Grant Delivery Location
State/Territory:
QLD
Postcode:
4067
Country:
AUSTRALIA