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Jack Canning, a PhD researcher in the Wal-yan Respiratory Centre’s Phage WA team, has made a significant finding in the search for alternative treatments to antimicrobial-resistant (AMR) bacteria.
New research digs deeper into how children's immune systems handle viral challenges
A study published in Science Advances has revealed that while genetics play a significant role in shaping children's immune systems, environmental factors also influence key immune responses, offering opportunity for preventing allergic diseases.
Meet the team at Phage WA, who are working to tackle antimicrobial resistance (AMR) through phage therapy.
Our team uses AI to quickly analyse large amounts of genetic data to help discover alternate medications and improve existing treatments.
As part of our research development and planning we invite members of the community to work with us. Click here to find out how.
If you have any questions or would like more information about the Western Australian Epithelial Research Program (WAERP), please click here to access our contact details.
Rising carbon dioxide levels are being detected within the human body, with new research warning a key blood marker for the gas could near its healthy limit within decades if current trends continue.
Dr Renee Ng, a microbiologist specialising in bacteriophage therapy – an alternative to antibiotics to fight antimicrobial resistance – will travel to the world’s premier conference on viruses, bringing new ideas, connections and expertise back to Perth.
Five The Kids Research Institute Australia researchers and a popular Institute-led science festival for kids have been named as finalists in the 2024 Premier’s Science Awards.