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21 Oct 2024
‘Cancer-blocking’ protein offers potential to transform cells from destructive to constructive
An immune protein could hold the key to developing new drugs to help fight bowel cancer.
3 Sep 2024
Decoding messages from the dead
Leading researchers in innate immunity offer new perspectives into the messages dying or dead cells convey to the immune system.
22 Aug 2024
In a field of daffodils, this cancer researcher is standing out
Dr Bonello is exploring the crucial elements of the tumour microenvironment.
20 Aug 2024
Eye-opening discovery offers fresh hope for disease that can cause blindness
The findings could lead to new and tailored treatments for Sjogren’s Syndrome and lupus.
31 Jul 2024
ANU researchers unlocking the full potential of RNA
JCSMR researchers have received a $4 million boost thanks to the Australian Government’s MRFF National Critical Infrastructure Initiative.
29 Jul 2024
Music has the power to move us, and here’s the proof
Sarah Mann has experienced first-hand the way opera singing can impact people.
25 Jul 2024
Hidden threat: Using machine learning to detect hepatitis B infection
Dr Busayo Ajuwon leveraged machine learning to develop an affordable and accessible tool for early detection of hepatitis B infection.
10 Jul 2024
Tatts all, folks: Graduate leaves ANU with more than just a PhD
Tim McInerney always knew he'd get a PhD. He hadn't planned on also getting a tattoo.
8 Jul 2024
Injuries of the moral kind
Making tough decisions that conflict with your values can result in what psychologists call 'moral injuries'. ANU experts are working to understand this better.
26 Jun 2024
Researchers honoured with rising star awards
Two researchers from the John Curtin School of Medical Research have been honoured at the inaugural CHARM awards.