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Malaghan Institute of Medical Research

Too many of our loved ones are dying and suffering from diseases we don't know enough about. But we do know the immune system holds the key to prevention, treatment and cures.

Together we can harness the power of the immune system and save lives.

Cancer

Through helping the immune system better recognise and respond to cancer cells, our aim is to create gentler, more effective cancer treatments.

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Infectious disease

We investigate the immune system's role in infectious diseases such as COVID-19, hepatitis B and influenza to find new treatments and cures.

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Allergic and inflammatory disease

We’re investigating the underlying genetic and environmental factors that lead to allergic and inflammatory diseases to find new ways to target and treat these debilitating conditions.

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My name is Colin.

For the past eight years I have lived with multiple myeloma, a blood cancer that in my case is terminal. It started with a routine blood test...

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Latest Research

COVID-19

Together with partners, the Malaghan Institute is building New Zealand’s capability for vaccine development, including against COVID-19.
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Hookworm therapy

We're exploring the therapeutic potential of human hookworms to ultimately find better treatment options for a range of inflammatory and autoimmune diseases, including coeliac, asthma, allergy, MS and IBD.
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