University of Western Australia

Oncology & Cancer

Discovery opens door for breast, prostate cancer treatments

(Medical Xpress)—A team of Western Australian cancer researchers interested in the strong link between hormones and cancer have discovered three new molecules that may have an important role to play in future breast and ...

Genetics

Clear-sighted research identifies genes for eye problems

(Medical Xpress)—More than 45,000 people of European and Asian ancestry have taken part in a big study to gain a better understanding of the genetics behind the world's most common eye disorder.

Genetics

Genetics discovery to help fight 'black fever'

Scientists—including a geneticist at The University of Western Australia—are a step closer to developing a vaccine against a fatally infectious parasite carried in the bite of sandflies.

Obstetrics & gynaecology

Should ADHD medications be stopped during pregnancy?

A new study led by The University of Western Australia looked at whether medications used to treat attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) should be stopped during pregnancy.

Psychology & Psychiatry

Study reveals the art of aging well

The gift of art could make the perfect Christmas present for older friends and relatives, after new research by The University of Western Australia and Busselton Health Study linked better physical health and mental well-being ...

page 3 from 27