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Technology

Much of our research focuses on the safety and the use of emerging technologies for insulin pumps and other diabetes treatment technology.

Research

Tissue resident memory T cells: putting cancer cells to sleep and a target for therapy

Tissue resident memory T cells are cancer killing immune cells that have emerged as key players in immune-mediated control of solid cancers, as well as being markers of prognosis and predictors of response to immunotherapy.

Research

Tonsil organ model to evaluate carriage, disease mechanisms and therapeutic interventions for treatment and prevention of GAS infections

Tonsil organ model to evaluate carriage, disease mechanisms and therapeutic interventions for treatment and prevention of Group A Streptococcal infections.

MECP2 duplication syndrome (MDBase)

MECP2 duplication syndrome is a rare disorder neurodevelopmental disorder that, unlike Rett syndrome, mostly affects boys.

Research snapshots

Our research covers a broad range of areas from the influence of mutation type on health outcomes to factors impacting on the lives of familes.

Altered attainment of developmental milestones

Regression, including the loss of previously learned skills, such as hand function and communication skills, is one of the most suggestive features of Rett synd

Validating the Rett Syndrome Gross Motor Scale

Our study investigated the quality of measurements obtained using the Rett Syndrome Gross Motor Scale.

Early determinants of fractures in Rett syndrome

We wanted to compare the frequency of fracture episodes, and factors associated with a fracture, in females with Rett syndrome, compared to general population.

Surgical fusion of early onset severe scoliosis increases survival in Rett syndrome: a cohort study

Our study investigated the impacts of spinal fusion on survival and the risk of developing respiratory infections in females with Rett syndrome.