Currently no cure exists for Polycystic Kidney Disease. Scientists and researchers around the world are actively working to understand the genetic and pathological processes involved in PKD and find interventions and treatments that slow the progression of PKD, with the hope to one day cure this genetic condition. PKD Australia directly supports research into PKD by providing research grants and travel scholarships and forming strategic partnerships to access greater funding for PKD research.
Since our founding, PKD Australia’s Research Grant Program has funded 42 grants for 29 researchers across 18 institutions.
Our Researchers have contributed to many different areas of PKD research, such as clinical, translational, whole-person care, genetic and discovery research. Read more below about the types of research we have funded to date.
Discovery: a critical stage of research where our scientists explored new ideas and deepened our understanding of PKD. This phase is key to achieving research breakthroughs and guiding clinical research. This exciting work inspires hope as each discovery moves us closer to transforming lives through treatments for PKD.
Translational: this is focused on building the bridge between the laboratory and application, ensuring that groundbreaking findings reach our community. This ‘bench to bedside’ research is crucial for turning scientific discoveries into support and treatments that directly impact the daily lives of those living with PKD.
Genetics: this research is dedicated to understanding the causes of gene mutation in PKD, which is essential to develop treatments that disrupt these mechanisms, and moving toward finding treatments and a cure for PKD.
Clinical: patient-centred research, extending beyond the laboratory to testing the effectiveness and safety of PKD medications, preventative measures, and treatments in clinical studies.
Whole-person care: research that has looked into the impact of guidelines, resource availability, regulatory oversight, best practice care, diet, and management for people with PKD.
Celebrating a Decade of Research in the Fight Against PKD
We have put together an impact report to commemorate the ten-year anniversary of PKD Australia, and reflect on a decade marked by unwavering dedication to finding treatments and a cure for PKD.
We continue to give grants every year and these are integral in funding research that is changing the future of PKD, and are only possible thanks to the generous donations we receive.
PKD Australia is the only organisation dedicated to PKD in Australia, our vision is to fund research to find a cure for PKD. We connect, support, educate and advocate for Australians and their families affected by PKD.
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