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Mitochondrial damage in muscle specific PolG mutant mice activates the integrated stress response and disrupts the mitochondrial folate cycle

During mitochondrial damage, information is relayed between the mitochondria and nucleus to coordinate precise responses to preserve cellular health. One such pathway is the mitochondrial integrated stress response (mtISR), which is known to be activated by mitochondrial DNA (mtDNA) damage. However, the causal molecular signals responsible for activation of the mtISR remain mostly unknown.

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Researchers’ self-reported adherence to ethical principles in Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health and medical research and views on improving conduct: a mixed methods study

To examine researchers' reports of adherence to ethical principles in their most recent research project, including factors associated with higher self-reported adherence, and perceptions of how research conduct could be improved.

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Considerations for Causal Inference Studies

Rachel Foong BSc (hons), PhD, MBiostat Honorary Research Associate 08 6319 1626 Rachel.Foong@thekids.org.au Senior Research Fellow Dr Foong is an

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Catalysing change in health and medical research policy: an Australian case study of deliberative democracy to reform sex and gender policy recommendations

Revising public health policy based on new data does not happen automatically. This is acutely relevant to the now undeniable evidence that many diseases develop differently between the sexes and may also be affected by gender. Current health and medical practices across the globe generally fail to cater for sex and gender effects in common diseases.

Rapid-fire research the latest weapon in war on junk food ads

A new rapid research funding model is translating into quick results.

Djaalinj Waakinj leads to better hearing – and happier kids

An innovative The Kids program is helping to slash waiting times so children can have their ear problems checked within days.

Pandemic pivot keeps vital skin program alive

Hip Hop 2 SToP video It didn’t take long for shyness to make way for excitement when a group of children from Dampier Peninsula communities got

Could Perth lakes hold the key to fighting antibiotic-resistant superbugs?

Perth researchers discovered a naturally occurring virus living in the city’s waterways that could potentially fight antibiotic-resistant superbugs.

What’s in a name?

For thousands of WA children living with undiagnosed diseases, it’s hope.

The six-minute tests that could save lives

Thanks to research, a six -second test can get the answers that could save a child’s life.