News: medical research
Examining the Wim Hof Method’s effect on endometriosis pain
The efficacy of the Wim Hof Method (WHM) in relation to endometriosis will be explored in a pilot trial at the University of Adelaide.
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University of Adelaide leads world first trial of new heart device
University of Adelaide Professor Prash Sanders has carried out the first global trial of a new device to treat patients with abnormal heart rhythms such as atrial fibrillation.
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Devastating causes of childhood dementia revealed
It is a heartbreaking condition that robs children of their ability to walk, talk and recognise their loved ones and now the latest research has revealed the true impact of childhood dementia globally.
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Closing in on cure for common leukaemia
A groundbreaking leukaemia test can help identify patients who are strong candidates for lifelong treatment free remission (TFR) – meaning they are effectively cured of the disease.
Survey gathers insights into withdrawal effects from stopping antidepressants
University of Adelaide researchers are taking a closer look at the problems some people experience when stopping antidepressants, with the aim of using the research to improve services and supports for patients.
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$2.2m for donor milk trial for pre-term babies
More than 2000 pre-term babies will participate in a donor breast milk trial funded as part of a $73 million National Health and Medical Research Council (NHMRC) Clinical Trials and Cohort Studies (CTCS) Grant round.
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Human medicine may provide the key to curing canine cancer
A new University of Adelaide-led trial will investigate if a potential treatment for breast cancer in humans can prolong the lives of pet dogs who are diagnosed with the disease.
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Top talent to boost cancer research
The search for a tailored treatment for cancerous tumours has been bolstered with the appointment of an internationally recognised expert to the South Australian Immunogenomics Cancer Institute (SAiGENCI).
Human trials to begin on SA-made universal pneumococcal vaccine
South Australian biotech company GPN Vaccines in collaboration with the University of Adelaide has developed a new, universal vaccine against the deadly bacterium Streptococcus pneumoniae.
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Grant support for crucial health and medical research
The University of Adelaide has been awarded $6 million for six research projects to investigate issues including fertility, mastitis and orthopaedic infections.
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