Mesothelioma is characterised by its aggressive invasive behaviour, affecting the surrounding tissues of the pleura or peritoneum. We compared an invasive pleural model with a non-invasive subcutaneous model of mesothelioma and performed transcriptomic analyses on the tumour samples. ...

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Newly developed quantitative chest computed tomography (CT) outcomes designed specifically to assess structural abnormalities related to cystic fibrosis (CF) lung disease are now available. CFTR modulators potentially can reduce some structural lung abnormalities. We aimed to investigate the effect of CFTR modulators on structural lung disease progression using different quantitative CT analysis methods specific for people with CF (PwCF). ...

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Reliable and detailed data on the prevalence of tuberculosis (TB) with sub-national estimates are scarce in Ethiopia. We address this knowledge gap by spatially predicting the national, sub-national and local prevalence of TB, and identifying drivers of TB prevalence across the country. ...

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Research to further improve outcomes for people with CF is dependent upon well characterised, archived and accessible clinical specimens. ...

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Dosing errors are the most commonly reported medication error in children. Dosing is often prescribed per weight or based on body area. ...

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The Telethon Kids Institute is one of the nation's leading medical research organisations with impressive facilities in Subiaco, Western Australia. ...

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We are seeking an early career researcher whose research addresses drivers of deep and persistent disadvantage in childhood and/or adolescence. The ...

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New research aimed at reducing the airway damage caused by asthma attacks in children has just begun at the Telethon Institute for Child Health Research in WA. ...

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A new Australian study has found that the number of newborns suffering serious drug withdrawal symptoms is now more than 40 times higher than in 1980. ...

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Twins born as a result of assisted reproductive technology (ART) such as IVF are more likely to be admitted to neonatal intensive care ...

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