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Revealing a master controller of development and ageing

IMB researchers have unlocked crucial molecular secrets of ageing in cells, potentially paving the way to improve quality of life as people age.

Tackling antimicrobial resistance in agribusiness and environment

IMB is housing a UQ-led training centre to tackle the global crisis of antimicrobial-resistant infections.

Quail imaging offers insights into congenital birth defects

IMB researchers have generated transgenic quail embryos to see key developmental stages in real-time.

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