Highlights
Mid-term review sets future direction
A comprehensive independent assessment found the Centre to be performing at a high level, producing distinct and positive benefits for New Zealand. It also enabled re-configuration
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Flagship launches careers of young investigators
The MWC Tuberculosis Flagship research programme has proved to be a great springboard for younger investigators to progress their careers.
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Smarter drug design
An advanced experimental technique linked to high powered computation is becoming an increasingly important tool for MWC researchers developing new drugs.
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MWC salutes founding Principal Investigator
Professor John Fraser, Dean of the Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences at the University of Auckland, has stood down from his position as Principal Investigator (PI) with the M
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High-impact publications highlight TB research
Researchers in the MWC’s Tuberculosis Flagship Research Programme have had their long hours in the lab recognised through publications in world-leading journals.
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‘Sugar in Schools’ study launched nationwide
The Maurice Wilkins Centre launched the ‘Sugar in Schools’ study in 2017 – a ground-breaking multi-year programme bringing science to thousands of schoolchildren across New Zealand
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Investigating a bacterial 'master' of disguise
MWC researchers have revealed a unique protein in a common bacterium that helps it disguise itself from immune attack. This discovery could help in development of new antimicrobial
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Working with Māori in regional research centres
MWC Deputy Director Professor Peter Shepherd and Associate Investigator Professor Tony Merriman have been instrumental in forging relationships between the Centre and Māori communi
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MWC welcomes landmark results for lung cancer drug
A novel lung cancer drug with strong development links to the MWC has shown impressive results in a large-scale international trial. Currently under review by the European Medicine
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Honouring excellence
MWC investigators received several national and international awards in 2017, celebrating and honouring their contributions to science.
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