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Research and Discovery
Answering the questions that matter through research
We have a responsibility to engage society through becoming a leading hub of thinking, conversation and creativity; developing collaborative relationships that will disrupt the status quo, finding creative solutions to challenging problems and enabling Australia to lead with authority on issues of global significance.
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Stories of Impact
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Targeted treatment is critical in tackling ovarian cancer
New breakthrough in ovarian cancer research could extend powerful treatments called PARP inhibitors to a growing number of women.
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Helping people with paralysis operate computers and phones via thought
A tiny device is helping paralysed people text, email, shop and bank online thanks to the work of Associate Professor Thomas Oxley, a team of researchers, clinicians and engineers, and philanthropic support.
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Achieving equitable eye health together
With a strong vision, community input, and the power of philanthropy, eye health is improving and trachoma is being eliminated in Indigenous communities.
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Crucial discovery gives hope for the prevention of stillbirth
Five years after donors gave to Maternal and Fetal Medicine research at the University, their generosity has led to a discovery from Professor Susan Walker AO’s research team.