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New research has identified the main types of E. coli bacteria that cause neonatal meningitis, and revealed why some infections recur despite being treated with antibiotics.
Two IMB researchers have been recognised in the prestigious Australian Academy of Science 2024 honorific awards.
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UQ researchers honoured by Australian Academy of Science
Two IMB researchers have been recognised in the prestigious Australian Academy of Science 2024 honorific awards.
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