Natural killer (NK) cells have an intrinsic ability to detect and eliminate leukaemic cells. Cellular therapies using cytokine-activated NK cells have emerged as promising treatments for patients with advanced leukaemia. However, not all patients respond to current NK cell therapies, and thus improvements in efficacy are required. ...

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• 2022
• November 2022

Lung abscess is a rare condition in paediatrics with a paucity of literature. Intravenous antibiotics is the main therapy; however interventional radiological approaches have led to the use of percutaneous drainage. Surgery is reserved for the management of complications. ...

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• 2022
• June 2022

Dysbiosis refers to a reduction in microbial diversity, combined with a loss of beneficial taxa, and an increase in pathogenic microorganisms. Dysbiosis of the intestinal microbiota can have a substantial effect on the nervous and immune systems, contributing to the onset of several inflammatory diseases. ...

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• 2021
• September 2021

High-flow nasal oxygen (HFNO) is frequently used in hospitals, producing droplets and aerosols that could transmit SARS-CoV-2. Our aim was to determine if a headbox could reduce droplet and aerosol transmission from patients requiring HFNO. ...

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• 2021
• July 2021

Despite advances in cystic fibrosis (CF) management and survival, the optimal treatment of pulmonary exacerbations remains unclear. Understanding the variability in treatment approaches among physicians might help prioritise clinical uncertainties to address through clinical trials. ...

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• 2021
• July 2021

Interstitial lung disease in children comprises a range of different rare diseases ...

• Telethon Kids Institute
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• 2018
• September 2018

The Opportunity The Communications and Development team implements the Institute's overall communications, marketing and philanthropy strategies, as ...

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The Opportunity The Strep A and RHD Team at Telethon Kids Institute is looking for an Administration Officer to provide effective and efficient ...

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The Opportunity The Telethon Kids Institute is looking for a motivated individual who would like to join the Information Communication and Technology ...

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The Opportunity This is an exciting opportunity to develop your career whilst being a part of developing important health promotion messages. This is ...

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