Genetics and Biosynthesis of Novel Forms of Methanobactin — NSF Award to Regents of the University of Michigan - Ann Arbor (MI, $5
Trace metals, including copper, are essential for all forms of life. Copper, however, can be toxic at high levels. The human body must carefully and continuously remove excess copper. Wilson Disease is a congenital disorder where the body cannot control internal copper levels. This results in serious and irreversible d
| Award title | Genetics and Biosynthesis of Novel Forms of Methanobactin |
|---|---|
| Award ID | 2418164 |
| Awardee | Regents of the University of Michigan - Ann Arbor |
| City | ANN ARBOR |
| State | MI |
| Amount obligated | $592,188 |
| Principal investigator | Jeremy Semrau |
| Program | Cellular & Biochem Engineering |
| Start date | 09/01/2024 |
| Abstract | Trace metals, including copper, are essential for all forms of life. Copper, however, can be toxic at high levels. The human body must carefully and continuously remove excess copper. Wilson Disease is a congenital disorder where the body cannot control internal copper levels. This results in serious and irreversible damage to the liver and brain that is fatal if untreated. Current FDA-approved therapies are of no use if acute organ damage has already occurred, and in some patients, simply do no |
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