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Women In Science: Interview with Dr Ying Wong

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To celebrate International Day of Women and Girls in Science in 2024, hear from Dr Ying Wong, Post-doctoral researcher in the Molecular Immunology Group, about her journey as a researcher, what drives her ambition, and what unique challenges she has faced.

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Women In Science: Interview with Alison Deslandes

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To celebrate International Day of Women and Girls in Science in 2024, hear from Alison Deslandes, PhD candidate in the IMAGENDO Group, about her journey as a researcher, what drives her ambition, and what unique challenges she has faced.

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Professor Sarah Robertson AO recognised in the 2024 Australia Day honours

Sarah Robertson AO

Former Director and member of the Robinson Research Institute, Professor Sarah Robertson AO, has been awarded Officer of the Order of Australia (AO) for distinguished service to medical research, particularly reproductive biology and immunology and to professional societies.

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Top specialist to lead women’s and children’s health research institute

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A world-renowned reproductive biomedical specialist whose research is helping to improve health outcomes for mothers and babies has been named as the new Director for the University of Adelaide’s Robinson Research Institute (RRI).

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Patients told to get pregnant to treat endometriosis

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Research shows patients with endometriosis are being told to plan a pregnancy to help manage or treat the condition, despite a lack of evidence to show it reduces symptoms. The controversial advice has prompted calls to improve medical education about endometriosis.

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Risky increase in antipsychotic drugs for children

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Australian GPs are prescribing more antipsychotic drugs to children and adolescents for non-approved conditions, according to a new study by University of Adelaide researchers.

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SA Scientist of the Year 2023: Professor Helen Marshall AM

Helen Marshall SA Scientist of the Year

Prof Helen Marshall AM has been awarded South Australian Scientist of the Year at the 2023 SA Science Excellence and Innovation Awards.

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Precision medicine and the fight against diabetes

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A new report contributed to by researchers from Robinson Research Institute at the University of Adelaide highlights the importance of precision diabetes medicine in clinical practice and emphasises the critical knowledge gaps that need to be addressed.

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Survey gathers insights into withdrawal effects from stopping antidepressants

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Antidepressants are commonly prescribed for a variety of mental health conditions, including depression and anxiety disorders, with one in seven Australians currently using these drugs. But weaning people off these medications can come with serious withdrawal symptoms.

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4D Lung Health Scanner

Cystic Fibrosis Team

A revolutionary 4D scanner developed by 4DMedical is being tested as part of research project lead by Associate Professor David Parson to enhance the diagnosis of lung disease for billions of people globally, especially children. The new scanner has been used to assist with the management of several lung conditions such as cystic fibrosis (CF), asthma and even COVID-19, establishing Australia at the forefront of lung science. 

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