Research Themes
Our scholar work in a wide range of scientific areas, they are conducting research in programs ranging from fundamental understanding to seamless and efficient translational work. Current areas of focus fall into six research themes:
- Ageing and Lifelong HealthTheme, which is working across all areas, improving outcomes for those with some of the most common illnesses and disorders in the region, including diseases that cause ill health, disability and mortality. (e.g. PCOS, Stroke, Diabetes)
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- Infection and Immunity Theme, focusing on the mechanisms of infection and immunity and development of new ways to control and treat infectious diseases - from molecular analysis of bacterial and viral infections to the development and function of the immune system.
- Cellular and Molecular Biology Theme, is home to a highly collaborative group of researchers with internationally recognized research strengths in the areas of epigenetics, genomics and molecular evolution and development. It also utilizes a wide range of cutting-edge multidisciplinary experimental approaches. The group is deeply engaged in both fundamental research and its applications. (e.g. Sickle cell anaemia). (link to publications in this area)
- Cancer in Biomedicine Theme, characterising the molecular mechanisms responsible for cancer progression, predisposition and resistance to therapy. (e.g. Lymphoma, breast cancer, AML, CML). Its aim is to drive pioneering, translational and clinical research into the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of cancer, with the aim of taking those research findings and using them to benefit patients as quickly as possible. (link to publications in this area)
- Phytomedicine and Therapeutics & Translation Theme, the translation of discoveries in Biomedical Sciences across clinical and commercial settings. (e.g. Fenugreek seed, Curcumin).
- Cardiovascular Bioscience Theme, focusing on the impact of diseases and adverse impact on cardio-respiratory function.
We are now building capacity to increase research opportunities in areas of global importance including; molecular and cellular engineering, synthetic biology, genomics and nano-devices