The Cardiac Membrane Biology Laboratory aims to improve the lives of people suffering cardiac related health issues.
Our research focuses on one of the body’s most crucial molecules – a molecule which is vital for the contraction of heart cells and therefore the pumping of the heart. As we develop a better understanding of this molecule through laboratory-based experiments, we explore treatments for heart failure, irregular heartbeat and heart damage following cancer treatment.
Our laboratory-based research has led to the discovery of a new potential treatment for heart failure. We are about to begin a clinical trial of this approach with our collaborators based in Denmark.
Chair of Cardiology
Medicine, Northern Clinical School
Honorary Senior Research Fellow
Bei Xu – Research Assistant
Gideon Jacque - Research Project Student
Grace Marks - MD Research Project Student
This project will investigate a new drug combination therapy that has potential benefits in cancer treatment induced heart failure by targeting the sodium/potassium pump function.
This project will investigate a drug combination therapy that has potential benefits in heart failure treatment by targeting the sodium/potassium pump function.
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Posted on: 24 June, 2025
A fascinating and informative podcast has been launched showcasing groundbreaking research, in..... Read more
Category: Cardiovascular and Renal Research, Musculoskeletal Research, Neuroscience and Pain Research, Research Excellence
Posted on: 24 June, 2025
The inaugural Eva Kolling Research Day was staged within Royal North Shore Hospital, providing the p..... Read more
Category: Awards, Cardiovascular and Renal Research, Funding support, Musculoskeletal Research, Neuroscience and Pain Research, Research Excellence
Posted on: 29 May, 2025
International Clinical Trials Day provided the chance to recognise the many people contributing to o..... Read more
Category: New Treatment, Research Excellence