Doherty Institute researchers advance malaria research with promising findings
The Peter Doherty Institute for Infection and Immunity — April 25, 2024, 12:00 AM UTC
Summary: Researchers at the Doherty Institute are making strides in malaria research. In 2022, 249 million people were infected worldwide. Associate Professor Haque discovered how malaria parasites' biological clock affects disease spread. Dr. Duffy is identifying immune targets for drug development. The Heath lab focuses on liver-stage immunity for vaccine design. Dr. Beattie's work on gamma delta T cells and immune-boosting molecules shows promise for new vaccine development.
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