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An adapted novel flow cytometry methodology to delineate types of cell death in airway epithelial cells

An adapted novel flow cytometry methodology to delineate types of cell death in airway epithelial cells Cystic fibrosis (CF) lung disease is

Overcoming Challenges to Make Bacteriophage Therapy Standard Clinical Treatment Practice for Cystic Fibrosis

Overcoming Challenges to Make Bacteriophage Therapy Standard Clinical Treatment Practice for Cystic Fibrosis Individuals with cystic fibrosis (CF)

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A BRIGHT day for little lungs

Families affected by bronchiectasis gathered in Kings Park recently for a special event hosted by the BRIGHT Study team, celebrating community, connections, and conversations.

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Combatting Antibiotic-Resistant Superbugs: Phage Therapy's Role Explored in Medical Forum WA Magazine

On the front cover of this month’s Medical Forum WA Magazine - Superhero viruses, #AI and the final phage. 

Adding up the minutes to give kids with Rett syndrome valuable physical activity

Affecting approximately 400 people in Australia, Rett syndrome is a rare neurological disorder that occurs almost exclusively in girls and affects mobility and development, impacting everything from walking and talking to eating and breathing.

Fighting lung disease

Culturally secure intervention to facilitate medical follow up for Aboriginal children, after being hospitalised with chest infections, have proven to improve long-term lung health outcomes.

New pneumococcal vaccine closes in on approval

Pneumococcal – a bacterial infection that can cause pneumonia and meningitis – is responsible for 1000s of hospital admissions in Australia each year, many of them children.

New technology the Wright treatment for Lucia

Lucia Wright is a happy, confident 16-year-old who loves her family, friends, drama, science and making the most of her newfound independence.

Partnering with government to influence policy and practice

The Kids Research Institute Australia Government Relations Advisor Fiona Roche said the BEACHES project was a great example of how the Institute is increasingly working in partnership with Government

Dogs and kids - good for the head, heart and health

Study found children aged 2–5 years from dog-owning households had increased pro-social behaviours like sharing and cooperating, when compared to children without a dog.