Saliva test to triage lung cancer nodules found on CT scans - a pilot study
About 15% of lung cancer patients survive beyond 5-years. CT screening to early detect lung nodules has been investigated, however false positive results, unnecessary radiation exposure are some of the drawbacks. We propose an innovative approach to identify nodules found on CT scans using breath analysis and liquid biopsies. This new multidisciplinary partnership will lay the foundation for future collaborations.
Primary supervisor: Professor Chamindie Punyadeera
Other supervisor: Ms Juliana Bark, A/Prof David Fielding (RBWH) and Dr Sarj Vasani (RBWH)
To apply: Contact Professor Chamindie Punyadeera with your CV at
c.punyadeera@griffith.edu.au
Liquid biopsy-based biomarkers for oropharyngeal cancer
Oropharyngeal cancer (OPC) caused by human papillomavirus (HPV) is rapidly increasing globally, with an estimated 173,495 new cases in 2018. Approximately ~10-25% of patients develop recurrences within 2-years. The aim of this NHMRC funded project is to develop a
microfluidic chip to permit capture of high-purity and viable circulating tumour cells (CTCs) to early detect recurrences in HPV driven OPC.
Primary supervisor: Professor Chamindie Punyadeera
Other supervisor: Professor Ian Papautsky (USA), Dr Sarj Vasani and Prof Liz Kenny (RBWH)
To apply: Contact Professor Chamindie Punyadeera with your CV at
c.punyadeera@griffith.edu.au
Oral microbiome as a biomarker to early detect heart failure
Heart failure is a major global pandemic affecting more than 38 million people worldwide. It has been suggested that poor oral hygiene and periodontal diseases are related to a higher risk of developing cardiovascular disease. However, the underlying cause of this phenomenon has not yet been investigated. We are aiming to profile the oral microbiome content in patients with heart failure.
Primary supervisor: Professor Chamindie Punyadeera
Other supervisor: Professor John Atherton (RBWH) and Dr Wandy
To apply: Contact Professor Chamindie Punyadeera with your CV at c.punyadeera@griffith.edu.au