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Researchers get wind of hydrogen’s role in the gut
Farts are causing a stink in the research world – but in a positive way. Melbourne scientists have shed new light on the role and importance of hydrogen gas (H₂) – better known for its role in flatulence – in gut health.… Read more
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Human gut virus discoveries open new field of microbiome medicine
Hundreds of new viruses living inside bacteria within our gut have been discovered in an international study led by Professor Jeremy J. Barr from Monash University’s School of Biological Sciences and Associate Professor Sam Forster from Hudson Institute of Medical Research.… Read more
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Angelina’s story: Hope in the face of Ovarian Cancer
When Angelina Reardon went in for a routine scan in 2021, she never imagined her life was about to change forever. What doctors first thought was a harmless cyst turned out to be stage 3C low-grade serous ovarian cancer.… Read more
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Lee-Anne’s story: Finding strength in the sea
In February 2024, Lee Matthews received news no one ever wants to hear – stage 4 ovarian cancer. After enduring chemotherapy and surgery, Lee experienced nine precious months in remission. But when the cancer returned, she faced it with the same determination that has carried her through every challenge.… Read more
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Inflammation before birth causes long-term brain harm
The impact of inflammation on a preterm born child can be life-changing and now, for the first time, researchers have confirmed that the inflammation itself, and the damage it causes, lasts until a few months after birth.… Read more
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Disconnecting the “self-destruct button” causing lung damage in flu
Influenza (flu) can be fatal, but just how it causes severe damage to the lungs has been a mystery….until now. … Read more
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Pregnancy infection damages the fetal brain – but which infection?
A specific bacterial infection during pregnancy that can cause severe harm to the unborn brain has been identified for the first time.… Read more
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Nasal mask support improves breathing in preterm babies
Using a nasal mask instead of a traditional face mask to support very premature babies at birth can significantly reduce the need for rescue breathing and escalation of care, a world-first trial led by researchers at Monash University’s School of Clinical Sciences at Monash Health, in collaboration with Hudson Institute of Medical Research and Monash Children’s Hospital (Monash Health), has shown.… Read more
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Can antibodies hold the key to curing paediatric glioma?
An antibody-based approach to tackling paediatric glioma has attracted major funding for researchers at Hudson Institute of Medical Research.… Read more
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Will AI uncover our next medical miracle?
Could artificial intelligence (AI) hold the key to the next great medical breakthroughs? After discovering a better way of treating a common, debilitating lung condition with a registered medication “hiding in plain sight”, a team of Melbourne scientists believe it could.… Read more