Research Focus
The Molecular Nutrition Laboratory studies the processes responsible for nutrient homeostasis and how they relate to health and disease. We focus predominantly on disorders of iron homeostasis and we are passionate about improving the health of people with iron-related conditions, such as iron deficiency and the iron loading disorder hereditary haemochromatosis, both of which affect a surprisingly high number of Australians. In fact, iron-related disorders represent some of the most common conditions affecting humans worldwide. In the Molecular Nutrition Laboratory, we are working hard to understand the molecular basis of these disorders and to use this knowledge to develop better treatments for affected individuals.
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Research Projects
Current Research Projects
Better treatments for iron loading disorders.
Iron supplements to treat iron deficiency.
Novel markers of body iron levels.
Research Team
Dr Sheridan Helman
Funding
National Health and Medical Research Council
Publications
Further Information
• Professor Jay Horvat, University of Newcastle • Professor Chris Vulpe, University of Florida • Professor Mitch Knutson, University of Florida • Professor James Collins, University of Florida • Associate Professor Thao Ho, University of South Florida • Dr Elise Pelzer, Queensland University of Technology • Dr David Simmons, University of Queensland • Dr James Cuffe, University of Queensland