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01/07/09
Women scientists to take the lead with $1.25 million fellowship
A fellowship to encourage outstanding female scientists to take up leadership positions in medical research has been established by the new Director of the Walter and Eliza Hall Institute, Professor Douglas Hilton.
Professor Hilton, who today started his directorship of the institute, has made...
16/06/09
An achilles heel in malaria offers new therapy hope
Melbourne scientists have identified a chink in the life cycle of malaria that offers hope for the development of new treatment options for this devastating disease.
The malaria parasite grows inside red blood cells but to survive and cause illness it must transport hundreds of different proteins...
04/06/09
Cancer and immunity research bring top honours to WEHI
Research into blood cancers and immune system regulation has today seen two WEHI scientists recognised in the 2009 Victorian Premier’s Awards for Public Health and Medical Research.
Dr Kylie Mason has received the Premier’s top award for her research into blood disorders, particularly leukaemia and...