Research

Translational scheme unites oncologist and researcher
Dr Bhavna Padhye and Dr Rebecca Poulos have been awarded a joint fellowship to support a translational project for paediatric cancer.
Friday 24 February 2023
Changing the culture of care around Functional Neurological Disorder and Functional Seizures
They say knowledge is power, and a team of clinicians from our Network have set out to change the narrative around the treatment of Functional Neurological Disorder (FND) and Functional Seizures (FS) through the power of knowledge sharing.
Tuesday 21 February 2023
World-first data tool a 'game-changer' for rare diseases
A new RNA datatool aims to help patients with genetic diseases to receive a quicker diagnosis and improve their access to therapies.
Friday 17 February 2023
Whooping cough vaccine aims to boost babies' protection
The development of a world-first nasal spray vaccine could be a turning point in protection against whooping cough, helping stop the spread of the respiratory infection to vulnerable babies.
Tuesday 7 February 2023
Australian first clinical trial for fatal childhood brain cancer

When a child is diagnosed with Diffuse Intrinsic Pontine Glioma (DIPG), they are given roughly 12 months to live. This is the heartbreaking reality for around 20 Australian children every year, but it is a reality our teams are working hard to change through a new clinical trial.

Saturday 4 February 2023