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Improving prospects for people with Parkinson’s
A new report has offered fresh insights into the burden Parkinson's places on those affected.
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Study finds significant overlap in neurochemicals from long COVID and ME/CFS patients
Researchers find overlap in long COVID and ME/CFS patients using MRI.
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Spinal Cord Injury rehabilitation technology steps toward commercialisation
Griffith University’s BioSpine team, led by Dr Claudio Pizzolato, has won a coveted place in a health tech accelerator program that drives commercialisation of start-up technologies in the Gold Coast Health and Knowledge Precinct (GCHKP). Dr Pizzolato will join the intensive 14-week LuminaX (LX) program, together with BioSpine Coordinator Kyle Mullholland and with support from […]
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ME/CFS progression in focus with $438,000 grant
Researchers will track progression of myalgic encephalomyelitis/chronic fatigue syndrome (ME/CFS).
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New Discovery Unravels Malaria Invasion Mechanism
In a significant breakthrough, researchers from the Swiss Tropical and Public Health Institute (Swiss TPH) and Griffith University’s Institute for Glycomics have unveiled a crucial aspect of how the malaria parasite infiltrates human red blood cells. The study, recently published in Cell Reports, highlights the pivotal role of a sugar known as sialic acid in […]
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Sports engineering student proves a key player in Paralympic innovation
A Griffith masters student has been working with the Australian Institute of Sport (AIS) to design cutting-edge technology for Paralympic athletes.
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World leading researchers convene to help combat space health hurdles
Professor Julie Hides is supporting NASA in solving musculoskeletal injuries in space.
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Referral pathway study for osteoporosis patients
Clinicians are being encouraged to refer patients with osteoporosis to a heavy lifting exercise program to improve bone health and reduce the risk of fragility fractures.
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Health outcomes for Long COVID are comparable with ME/CFS
People with Long COVID in Australia have poor health outcomes that are comparable with another emerging disease known as myalgic encephalomyelitis/chronic fatigue syndrome (ME/CFS).
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$5 million grant for the Tracking Cube
$5m MRFF grant to help screen children and adolescents at risk of neurodevelopmental disorders.
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Athletes Excel at Griffith GAPS Camp
Griffith University, in collaboration with the Commonwealth Games Federation and the Oceania Paralympic Committee, hosted the highly anticipated GAPS camp at the Gold Coast Performance Centre in February. The camp was a crucial preparatory ground for athletes gearing up for the Paris 2024 Paralympic Games. Under the watchful eye of high-performance coaches, including throws coach […]
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Vale Newell Johnson CMG, FMedSci
A world leader in the field of oral health, Newell Johnson CMG, FMedSci held the esteemed titles of Emeritus Professor of Oral Health Sciences at King’s College London, while also serving as Honorary Professor of Dental Research at Griffith University. A lifelong educator and researcher, Professor Emeritus Johnson passed away in late January 2024 at […]
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Revolutionary artificial heart a lifeline for heart failure patients
Transdisciplinary consortium to develop and commercialise revolutionary and life-changing implantable cardiac devices.
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Griffith pros and QAS paramedics meet in Mongolia to elevate emergency care
Gold Coast paramedics have united with ambulance staff in Mongolia as part of Griffith's ongoing efforts to elevate emergency medical services (EMS) and disaster capacity.
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Does your foot shape dictate how well you do the locomotion, baby?
A Griffith University and UQ research collab is reshaping our understanding of human biomechanics.
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Likelihood of more ambulance callouts as heatwave conditions continue
As Australia swelters through a long, hot summer, the effects of heatwaves and the likelihood of ambulance callouts is at the heart of new Griffith University research.
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Griffith PVC and AEL Director awarded with 2024 Australia Day Honours
A senior Griffith University executive and noted scientist and a distinguished education leader are among the many honoured in the 2024 Australia Day Honours List. Professor Neal Menzies, Pro Vice Chancellor (Sciences) and Professor Donna Pendergast (AEL) have been acknowledged with a Member of the Order of Australia (AM) award. Professor Menzies, who moved to […]
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Tooth be told, pain-free and needle-free dentistry trial underway
A visit to the dentist has the potential to instil fear and anxiety in many Australians, but help is on the way with a game-changing device promising pain-free and needle-free dentistry.