An international study that has identified new genetic regions involved in rheumatoid arthritis has shed light on existing medicines that could be effective in treating the disease.

6 January 2014

Targeted cancer detection and treatment programs at The University of Queensland will be advanced following $4 million funding announced yesterday by the Australian Cancer Research Foundation (ACRF).

16 November 2012

One small change to the DNA sequence can cause more weighty changes to the human body, according to a new study released today.

17 September 2012
Queensland Premier Anna Bligh

Australia will have a stronger role in global efforts to address major diseases like cancer and diabetes following a $50 million gift, the biggest donation of its kind in the nation’s history.

27 July 2009