New research: Slowing the spread of brain cancer
By Alicia Bienkowski | Brain, Brain Cancer, Cancer, Cancer, Cancer 200 Ride, Disease Area, Lab, News & Events, Research Area, Systems Biology and GenomicsA new study involving researchers from the Harry Perkins Institute of Medical Research has uncovered a potential way to slow the growth and spread of one of the deadliest forms…
Perkins partners with Victor Chang Cardiac Research Institute for better heart outcomes
By Richard Schoonraad | APEXHeart Lab, Cardiovascular Disease, Cell Signalling, Community, Donation Handles, Media Releases, News & Events, Research, SarcomaThe Harry Perkins Institute of Medical Research has forged a new partnership with one of Australia’s leaders in heart research. The strategic partnership with the Victor Chang Cardiac Research Institute…
“Will’s Journey: Turning Personal Trials into a Marathon of Hope for Cancer Research” Every step taken in the fight against rare diseases is a step toward hope—and for one brave…
Honoring the heart and soul behind the Harry Perkins Institute
By Richard Schoonraad | News & EventsMeet Carol and Nina – two incredible volunteers who are the heart of the Harry Perkins Institute of Medical Research. From lending a helping hand and supporting groundbreaking research to…
Despite the literal meaning, “fundraising” is about much more than simply raising funds. For me, it’s about stepping out of your comfort zone. It’s about showing care for someone or…
1000 Walkers take to the Streets for Women’s Cancer Research
By Richard Schoonraad | Breast Cancer, Breast Cancer, Cancer, Cancer, Cancer Epigenetics, Cancer Program, Community, Events, Media Releases, News & Events, Ovarian Cancer, Perkins Events, Walk for Women's CancerMore than 1000 Walkers hit the pavement this morning for the New Town Toyota Walk for Women’s Cancer, taking place at Riley Oval at UWA Crawley. The Walk benefits women’s…
New heart health trial targets families with history of early heart attacks
By Richard Schoonraad | Cardiovascular Research & Innovation, Cardiovascular Science and Diabetes Program, Cell Signalling, Community, Donation Handles, Heart, News & Events, Research, SarcomaA pioneering new study led by cardiologist Associate Professor Abdul Ihdayhid from the Harry Perkins Institute of Medical Research and Curtin University is offering new hope to families affected by…
Stem cell grant to accelerate research into rare childhood brain disorders
By Richard Schoonraad | Brain, Epigenetics and Genomics Laboratory, Funding, Genome Biology and Genetic Diseases Program, Neurological Disorders, News & Events, ResearchResearchers from Western Australia and South Australia have been awarded $960,000 through the Medical Research Future Fund’s 2024 Stem Cell Therapies Mission to develop advanced stem cell-based models that could…