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ORIGINS is pleased to announce the 2024 recipient of its inaugural PhD Student AwardMiss Braddon will be awarded with $15,000 to go towards her research project, DreamStart
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Ontogeny of plasma cytokine and chemokine concentrations across the first week of human lifeEarly life is marked by distinct and rapidly evolving immunity and increased susceptibility to infection. The vulnerability of the newborn reflects development of a complex immune system in the face of rapidly changing demands during the transition to extra-uterine life.
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Employing cognitive interviewing to evaluate, improve and validate items for measuring the health-related quality of life of women diagnosed with ovarian cancerUse of patient-reported outcome measures in clinical settings facilitate the delivery of better health care to improve patient health outcomes.
Research shows at least a third of newborns receive formula in hospital, a practice shown to be associated with an increased risk of cow’s milk allergy.
Research shows at least a third of newborns receive formula in hospital, a practice shown to be associated with an increased risk of cow’s milk allergy.
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Vulnerable from the first breath - epithelial dysfunction and respiratory outcomes in childrenWe have been studying the importance of the epithelial cells lining the airways in the nose and lungs.
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Quantitative and qualitative insights into the experiences of children with Rett syndrome and their familiesEarly presentation of Rett syndrome, including regression and challenges for families seeking a diagnosis
Investigating the possible contributors to childhood lung disease by studying the epithelial cells from the nose at birth.
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Targeting the mucosal immune system in a mouse model to prevent pregnancy complications following maternal bacterial infectionThis work is the first step to develop safe treatments for pregnant mums to protect against preterm delivery and low birth weight caused by maternal infections.