Research Australia
Research Australia is a national non-profit alliance of organizations and companies dedicated to increasing knowledge and improving health care in Australia. Members and donors provide funding for research in human disease and treatment of current health care challenges. Research Australia publishes journals, newsletters and on-line public information about their work. In particular, Research Australia is working on cancer treatments and improving the side-effects of current treatment.
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"Research Australia" in the news:
Findings could speed the development of drugs for Parkinson's disease
Medicine & Health / Neuroscience
Nov 18, 2009 |
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Australian scientists have significantly advanced our understanding of dopamine release from nerve cells, findings that should speed the development of more effective drugs for treating Parkinson's Disease.
The global financial crisis is bad for more than just your pocket
Nov 16, 2009 |
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One in four Australian adults has taken an action that puts their health at risk as a result of the global financial crisis (GFC), according to a new MBF Healthwatch poll.
Monash study suggests rainwater is safe to drink
Nov 04, 2009 |
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A world first study by Monash University researchers into the health of families who drink rainwater has found that it is safe to drink.
Fibre may keep asthma, diabetes at bay, study finds
Oct 28, 2009 |
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Insoluble dietary fibre, or roughage, not only keeps you regular, say Australian scientists, it also plays a vital role in the immune system, keeping certain diseases at bay.
Well-educated women hardest hit by breast cancer
Oct 19, 2009 |
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Well-educated women and those who live alone are emotionally the hardest hit by breast cancer, according to the findings of a new Australian study announced during October's Breast Cancer Awareness Month.
Your eyes may be a window to heart disease
Sep 28, 2009 |
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For centuries eyes have been seen as windows to the soul. But medical researchers now believe the eyes may also offer vital clues to your risk of heart disease and stroke.
Rural roads dangerous for young drivers
Sep 22, 2009 |
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Results from Australia's largest study of young drivers have shown that they are at significant risk of crash on rural roads. According to researchers from The George Institute, young drivers living in rural areas are more ...
Many Australians at risk of cardiovascular disease are not receiving best practice care
Sep 21, 2009 |
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Many people are not receiving the best possible care when it comes to managing cardiovascular conditions according to two new Australian research studies. The studies highlight the need for wide scale reform to ensure that ...
Test developed at UQ diagnosed Australia's first swine flu victim
Sep 03, 2009 |
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When the first cases of H1N1 Influenza (swine flu) were reported in Mexico in April, UQ researchers got to work developing a test to diagnose the virus.
National search for proteins that cause MS
Aug 26, 2009 |
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Australian researchers will aim to discover the proteins that cause multiple sclerosis (MS), thanks to a new nationwide research effort.
Risky driving puts P-platers at high danger of crash
Other Sciences / Social Sciences
Jul 23, 2009 |
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Australia's largest study of young drivers has shown that risky driving habits are putting young drivers at a significantly increased risk of crashing, irrespective of their perceptions about road safety. The study surveyed ...
Parents fail to recognize their children's burgeoning weight
Jul 15, 2009 |
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Despite constant warnings about childhood obesity, too many Australian parents are still oblivious to the fact their children are overweight, according to the findings of the national MBF Healthwatch survey.
Researchers identify genes that cause melanoma
Jul 06, 2009 |
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Scientists from the Queensland Institute of Medical Research (QIMR) have found two new genes that together double a person's risk of developing melanoma.
Research proves tai chi benefits for arthritis
Jun 16, 2009 |
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A new study by The George Institute for International Health has found Tai Chi to have positive health benefits for musculoskeletal pain. The results of the first comprehensive analysis of Tai Chi suggest that it produces ...
Aussie and Kiwi researchers make double MS genetic discovery
Jun 14, 2009 |
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Australian and New Zealand researchers have accelerated research into Multiple Sclerosis by discovering two new locations of genes which will help to unravel the causes of MS and other autoimmune disease.
