Leading researcher in genetics of complex diseases, Professor Grant Morahan, publishes ‘Identification of Genetic Variants Associated with Sex-Specific Lung-Cancer Risk’ in peer-reviewed journal Cancers Fast Facts Lung cancer is the…
Perth researchers funded to test new RNA drug. …
WA's role in cancer research OpEd Opinion piece, The West Australian: 20 January 2022, by Professor Leedman AO In the treatment of cancers, there’s both good and bad news.…
WA exceeds pre-pregnancy testing target for severe genetic diseases
By Alicia Bienkowski | Media Releases, News & EventsWestern Australia has exceeded its target of couples enrolled in pre-pregnancy screening in the $20m national program Mackenzie’s Mission. The study co-led by Harry Perkins Institute of Medical Research geneticist…
Genetic diseases know no boundaries. That’s the product of being human. Although some diseases are more common in some countries than others the same diseases occur all over the world.…
‘Super-charged’ immune cells in promising new treatment for melanoma
By Alicia Bienkowski | Inspiration, Melanoma, Melanoma Discovery, Melonoma, News & Events, Research AreaDecember – and the start of summer – is readily welcomed by most West Australians. But along with our enviable outdoor lifestyle and ample sunshine is one far from desirable…
To the moon and back for your loved ones
By Alicia Bienkowski | Disease Area, Funding, Fundraising, Inspiration, News & Events, Research AreaAt the Harry Perkins Institute of Medical Research, researchers have big audacious goals that aim for medical discoveries and breakthroughs. The goal is like a moonshot and you can help…
Coaching junior footy in Manjimup at age 17 is where a lifetime of volunteering began for retired banker and local government worker, Graham Little. “It is what you did in…