Oral hookworm vaccine could save millions around the world
Oral hookworm vaccine could save millions around the world: There’s been a significant breakthrough in the development of a vaccine…
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COVID-19 risks explained with new calculator
A calculator to help people understand their risk factors for COVID-19 infection and vaccination has been launched by the Immunisation Coalition in…
Cell fitness can predict COVID outcomes
Cell fitness has been identified as a way of predicting health outcomes in COVID patients, according to a University of…
Start-up gets backing for liver disease treatment
A University of Queensland start-up company, developing a potential new treatment for obesity-related liver disease, has secured a seed investment…
$8M from Snow Medical Research Foundation for Breast Cancer
$8M from Snow Medical Research Foundation to improve outcomes for breast cancer patients: A physician scientist whose research focuses on an…
Cell-based vaccine for children and adolescents
A cell-based influenza vaccine has effectively provided protection against the flu in children and adolescents, according to a new study.…
Leading the fight against scabies
Leading a worldwide effort to better prevent and treat scabies: The Murdoch Children’s Research Institute (MCRI) and its partners are leading a global…
Post-natal depression and low income study
Landmark study links post-natal depression and low income: A longitudinal study of Queensland families has found women on lower incomes…
Pandemic linked to rising rates of depressive and anxiety disorders
Cases of major depressive disorder and anxiety disorders have increased by more than 25 per cent worldwide, according to a…
Improving heart health of kids with CP
Improving heart health of kids with CP: A landmark research project led by The University of Queensland is aiming to…