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Preventing Strep A receives national recognition

The Strep A Outbreak Prevention Team has won a 2024 Australian Museum Eureka Prize for Infectious Diseases Research

Using an assassin to hunt for insecticides

The assassin bug lies in wait in plants, poised to ambush its prey. Related to cicadas and aphids, it has a large appetite, catching any unsuspecting invertebrates, like caterpillars or bees, for its next meal.

Uncovering the secrets of how cells move

IMB researchers have described how cells change their shape to move through crowded spaces – knowledge which can be applied to diseases such as cancer and osteoarthritis.

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Impact Report 2023/24

From discovering new treatments for cardiovascular disease to improving health equity and empowering women in STEM – all possible because of our generous donors and support from our community. Thank you for making a difference.

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Doherty Lecture

30 September 2024 5:30pm–7:00pm

in The Peter Doherty Nobel Lecture Series

Join Nobel Award-winning scientist and UQ Alum, Laureate Professor Peter Doherty, for a lecture that honours his major contributions to infection and immunology.

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See garments inspired by IMB science at Brisbane Fashion Month

9 October 2024 5:30pm–6:30pm

in Cross-disciplinary collaborations: The intersection of art and science

If you missed the recent runway dinner at the Queensland Museum, don't worry! The five exquisite garments inspired by IMB research will be showcased at the Brisbane Fashion Month West Village Runway this October.

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