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Meningococcal B vaccine program holds strong five years on
Meningococcal B cases have dropped by more than 70 per cent in the five years since the South Australian Government introduced a publicly funded vaccination program, new data from the University of Adelaide has found.
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2025 Eureka prize winner
The Vaccines and Infectious Diseases Group, led by Professor Helen Marshall, was successful in winning the 2025 Australian Infectious Diseases Research Centre Eureka Prize for Infectious Diseases Research.
Platform technology unlocks new therapeutic targets
Researchers from the University of Adelaide have developed a new technology for drug and functional genomics screenings, which could reshape the way diseases are treated.
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New treatment for boosting immune tolerance offers hope for early pregnancy loss
A new study from the Robinson Research Institute, University of Adelaide, is offering new hope for people who have experienced early pregnancy loss.
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SA Scientist of the Year 2023: Professor Helen Marshall AM
Prof Helen Marshall AM has been awarded South Australian Scientist of the Year at the 2023 SA Science Excellence and Innovation Awards.
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Survey gathers insights into withdrawal effects from stopping antidepressants
Antidepressants are commonly prescribed for a variety of mental health conditions, including depression and anxiety disorders, with one in seven Australians currently using these drugs. But weaning people off these medications can come with serious withdrawal symptoms.
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4D Lung Health Scanner
A revolutionary 4D scanner developed by 4DMedical is being tested as part of research project lead by Associate Professor David Parson to enhance the diagnosis of lung disease for billions of people globally, especially children. The new scanner has been used to assist with the management of several lung conditions such as cystic fibrosis (CF), asthma and even COVID-19, establishing Australia at the forefront of lung science.
Redefining cerebral palsies as a diverse group of neurodevelopmental disorders with genetic aetiology
Cerebral Palsy (CP) is a movement disorder traditionally viewed as resulting from damage to the developing brain, often occurring at around birth.
Breastfeeding helps mother’s cardio health for three years or more
A new South Australian study has found breastfeeding for six months or more appears to reduce the risk of cardiovascular problems developing in mothers for at least three years after delivery.
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