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First human trials of new brain cancer therapy

A new treatment for one of the most aggressive forms of brain cancers is set to be tested on people for the first time. Brisbane biotechnology company Cyteph, a spin-out

6 million Aussies struggle to access internet services

Almost a quarter of all Australians have difficulty accessing the internet, preventing them from full participating in society. New research from UNSW Sydney found the

COVID changes sperm and breeds anxiety in mice

A COVID infection can impact male sperm and lead to anxiety in offspring. A new study on mice, by The Florey Institute of Neuroscience and Mental Health in Victoria

Jump in rate of family violence leading to homelessness

The incidence of family and domestic violence leading to homelessness in Queensland has jumped by almost 15 percent, exceeding the national average. New analysis from

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

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