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Kelin Zhao and Daniel Gray

Meet the researchers uncovering new clues in the curious case of our ageing immune system.

Their new study has visualised, for the first time, how two cell types cause the thymus to lose its function and regeneration abilities over time.

L-R: Dr Kelin Zhao and Professor Daniel Gray

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We have more than 800 scientists focused on addressing the most pressing health challenges facing our world.

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A journey from pain to hope

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Brain cancer trailblazer recognised as 2024 ATSE Fellow

02 October 2024

Next-gen treatments and vaccines for cancer, influenza receive $10m boost

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Major $21m Colonial Foundation philanthropic investment to bring future science into disease diagnosis

19 September 2024

Patients at heart for clinician-scientist

16 September 2024

High reward research: gene pathways that may cause autoimmune disease

12 September 2024

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