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Kathleen Folbigg was imprisoned over the deaths of her four children. Then, an ANU-led breakthrough uncovered the medical mystery behind the tragedy.
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Herpes Simplex Virus (HSV) is a complex pathogen with far-reaching impacts. Over the course of five years, researchers Navneet and Sherin have made significant strides in understanding the virus, shedding light on its intricacies and paving the way for potential advancements in treatment.
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Finding answers to complex genetic health conditions has huge implications for those affected. It's something that strongly motivates Dr Edda Koina.
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Iron is an essential nutrient, but iron overload raises the risk of type two diabetes and pancreatitis, according to experts at ANU.
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Defects in the cellular protein factories can cause rare disorders known as ribosomopathies. A team led by Dr Amee George looks to find therapeutic targets through unravelling the molecular mechanisms underlying the diseases.
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Professor Si Ming Man is finding ways to weaponise our immune systems against infection and disease.
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Cells live within incredibly challenging watery environment. Understanding how different groups of cells know where they are and where to go can spark new possibilities in diagnostics and therapeutics development.
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Dr Elmira Mohamed has been supported by the Discovery Translation Fund to commercialise a promising haemostatic agent.
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Emeritus Professor Angela Dulhunty has been appointed a Member of the Order of Australia for her significant service to medical research and to professional organisations.
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