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Radiation oncology expansion delivers more services, sooner

Patients undergoing radiation therapy at Brisbane’s Princess Alexandra hospital now have access to the most advanced cancer treatments available.

VEGF pathway inhibition

Most tumours progress along multifactorial pathways, which are complex and often active in parallel. In recent years multi-targeted approaches have been the subject of numerous clinical trials, specifically examining the combination of conventional cytotoxics with anti-angiogenic therapy.

Toowoomba Cancer accommodation

Patients travelling to Toowoomba for life-saving cancer treatment will have a dedicated place to stay thanks to a $3 million State Government grant, Premier Anna Bligh announced.

Tumeric could fight colon cancer

Turmeric, a bright yellow spice from south Asia belonging to the ginger family, is the main ingredient in curries - and ancient wisdom suggests that it's also good for your health.

University of Queensland rated top for life sciences studies

Readers of The Scientist magazine have rated The University of Queensland among the top five best places in the world outside the USA for post-doctoral work in life sciences.

$1M upgrade for leading surgical simulation centre

A $1m upgrade of equipment at Australia’s premier surgical simulation training centre will help to maintain The University of Western Australia’s CTEC at the forefront of surgical training in the region. German surgical instrument manufacturer, Karl Storz Endoscopy, has donated and installed new laparoscopic equipment, surgical instruments and superior quality digital technology.