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Gene research shows women have higher risk of depression

Genetic factors play a greater role in depression in women than men, according to new Queensland research. A study by Brisbane-based QIMR Berghofer found about twice as

Development deal for world-leading cancer therapy

One of the most advanced global tools in cancer immunotherapy, developed in Brisbane, is a step closer to being readily available. The new cancer therapy, developed at

Arthritis drug shown to boost heart attack recovery

A drug already used to treat arthritis has been found to help people better recover from heart attacks. Researchers at the Baker Heart and Diabetes Institute in

New melanoma risk factors added to prediction tool

A world-leading melanoma prediction calculator has been upgraded to capture multiple new risk factors and takes into account Australia’s regional

New GM for nation-leading QIMR Berghofer facility

A leader in the field of biotech and advanced therapeutics is joining QIMR Berghofer as the new General Manager of Q-Gen Cell Therapeutics. Dr Balaji Somasundaram will

Heartbeats myth busted in exercise study

Exercise can save your heart beating an extra 11,500 beats each day, potentially adding years to your life. A team from St Vincent’s Institute of Medical Research and

Treatment looks to reverse asthma-related lung damage

A process to repair lungs damaged by asthma is being developed by researchers in the United Kingdom. Dr Tara Sutherland, from the University of Aberdeen, said a study

Workplace burnout “not a personal failing”

Almost 90 percent of Australian employees acknowledge burnout as a workplace issue, with most looking for employers to offer more support. A new poll commissioned by

Cancer costs to grow by 67 percent

The cost of cancer per person on the health system is expected to grow 67 percent by 2050 if there are no changes to how many people get and survive cancer in each age

Quantum machine learning makes a leap into the real world

One of the first projects in Australia to use quantum machine learning in a non-quantum industry aims to improve food security and student wellbeing. Not-for-profit Food

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