Antimicrobial probiotics and mechanism study
Probiotics are living non-pathogenic microorganisms that confer a health benefit and improve physiological conditions in the host when administered in adequate amounts. The inclusion of probiotic in animal feeds have proven to be beneficial to animal health. The project is a collaborative research program between Griffith University and Bioproton, aiming at investigating the mechanism of action of probiotics that have antimicrobial activity. The outcome of the project will lead to scientific discovery on the antimicrobial behaviours of probiotics. The active Bacillus strains can be used as effective antimicrobial agent in animal feed materials.
Primary supervisor: Associate Professor Yun Feng
Other supervisor: Dr Wendy Chen (Bioproton Pty Ltd)
To apply: Contact Associate Professor Yun Feng with your CV at y.feng@griffith.edu.au
Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) and brain function
Many TCMs have a neuroprotective effect; that is, they protect the central nervous system against damage or degeneration due to diseases such as Parkinson’s disease. Working with TCMs with a known neuroprotective effect, we can isolate and identify the major constituents of selected TCM and test the compounds against cell-based models of Parkinson’s disease. By analysing and testing TCMs, we can determine their mechanism of action and develop new ways to treat neurological diseases.
Primary supervisor: Associate Professor Yun Feng
Other supervisor: N/A
To apply: Contact Associate Professor Yun Feng with your CV at y.feng@griffith.edu.au