Highlights

Pilin protein may combat the hairy problem of human pathogens
MWC investigations into the puzzle of a nanoscopic skyscraper – ‘the pilus’ – have sparked separate lines of research into no...
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MWC senior leadership team welcomes new appointees
We highlight the recent appointments of three exceptional scientists – Associate Professor Rinki Murphy, Professor Debbie Hay...
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Mid-term review sets future direction
A comprehensive independent assessment found the Centre to be performing at a high level, producing distinct and positive ben...
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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 d...
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Re-thinking the causes of rheumatic fever
Researchers and health professionals are re-thinking the causes of rheumatic fever after studies by Maurice Wilkins Centre in...
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