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A peptide platform to fight pests threatening global food security (2023–2026)

Abstract:
This project aims to develop a platform technology for the efficient design of new crop protection agents based on peptides to protect Australia¿s food security. It will be first applied against the highly destructive fall armyworm, currently spreading alarmingly in Australia. The project is significant because insect pests cause huge economic and environmental impacts. Peptides are a new generation of crop protection agents that are potentially more effective and sustainable than chemical pesticides. Expected outcomes are a new rapid response technology and associated lead molecules to protect against current and emerging pests. Major benefits are increased food security, improved crop yields and a more sustainable agriculture industry.
Grant type:
ARC Discovery Projects
Researchers:

  • Professor David Craik

    UQ Laureate Fellow - GL
    Institute for Molecular Bioscience
    UQ Laureate Fellow - GL
    Institute for Molecular Bioscience
    Centre Director of ARC COE for Inno
    ARC Centre of Excellence for Innovations in Peptide and Protein Science
    Institute for Molecular Bioscience
    Affiliate Professor of School of Bi
    School of Biomedical Sciences
    Faculty of Medicine

  • Dr Conan Wang

    ARC Future Fellow and Group Leader
    Institute for Molecular Bioscience
Funded by:
Australian Research Council