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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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The immune system

The immune system is a complicated and wonderful thing. It’s unlike any organ, yet it’s just as important to our health as our brain, lungs or liver. And the better we can understand it, the more we can harness its power to prevent, treat and cure diseases that affect all our lives. 

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