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Genetic Variants Linked to Severe Form of Muscular Dystrophy

Researchers from Perth’s Harry Perkins Institute of Medical Research have led a study that uncovered changes in a gene associated with a rare and severe form of muscular dystrophy. The…

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Gene Mutation Discovery Sheds Light on Rare Muscle Disorder

A groundbreaking study led by Dr Mridul Johari and Associate Professor Gina Ravenscroft, has identified that a genetic mutation is responsible for a rare and debilitating form of congenital myopathy.…

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Perkins Represented in Premiers Science Awards

Three celebrated scientists from WA’s Harry Perkins Institute of Medical Research, have been named as finalists in the 2024 Premier’s Science Awards. Associate Professor Gina Ravenscroft, Dr Kieran Mulroney and…

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