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• Venomdoc: Woodward Medallist for Science and Technology

  08 Feb 2010

  Venom specialist Dr Bryan Grieg Fry, 2009 Woodward Medalist for Science and Technology, is profiled in the Melbourne Voice

• Journey Of Your Genes

  02 Feb 2010

  Results of landmark global research initiative into understanding our genetic roots revealed.

• Scientists announce development of world first vaccine to treat gum disease

  14 Dec 2009

  An international agreement to develop and commercialise the world’s first vaccine to prevent and treat severe gum disease periodontitis, has been announced on 11 December.

• Kangaroos give a lesson in skin cancer prevention

  01 Dec 2009

  Understanding how kangaroos repair their DNA could be the key to preventing skin cancer in the future, according to new research from Bio21 Institute-based researchers.

• Drug design benefits from Gila monster venom evolution

  30 Nov 2009

  An international team of scientists has identified the evolution of venom proteins in lizards such as the Gila Monster, a discovery which could help provide clues to future drug development.