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SPECIFIC AIMS This project will test the hypothesis that deposition of P. carinii in the respiratory tract stimulates release of IL-23 followed by downstream release of IFN and granulocyte/macrophage colony stimulating factor (GM-CSF) leading to clearance of infection. We will also test the concept that gene transfer of IL-23 can provide a novel form of immune enhancement during states of immunodeficiency.
The Specific Aims have not been modified.
In Specific Aim 1, we will localize cellular sources of IL-23 in lung tissue at serial intervals after inoculation of P. carinii.
In Specific Aim 2, we will demonstrate that neutralization of IL-23 using a soluble inhibitory RNA approach will compromise host defense against infection.
In Specific Aim 3, we will identify downstream inflammatory cytokines, specifically IFN and GM-CSF, in lung tissue in response to IL-23In Specific Aim 4, we will demonstrate that local delivery of IL-23 by gene transfer will enhance clearance of infection in normal mice and, in particular, ameliorate infection in mice depleted of CD4+ T-lymphocytes.

Agency
National Institute of Health (NIH)
Institute
National Center for Research Resources (NCRR)
Type
Exploratory Grants (P20)
Project #
5P20RR021970-03
Application #
7610797
Study Section
Special Emphasis Panel (ZRR1-RI-8 (01))
Project Start
2007-07-01
Project End
2008-06-30
Budget Start
2007-07-01
Budget End
2008-06-30
Support Year
3
Fiscal Year
2007
Total Cost
$40,575
Indirect Cost
Name
Louisiana State Univ Hsc New Orleans
Department
Pediatrics
Type
Schools of Medicine
DUNS #
782627814
City
New Orleans
State
LA
Country
United States
Zip Code
70112
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