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Providing state-of-the-art in vivo imaging, including microcomputed tomography scanning, fluorescent and bioluminescent imaging, and intravital microscopes.

Animal imaging

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World class facilities to support the research of disease in vivo.

Animal research

Supporting the translation of scientific advances into clinical practice.

Clinical research facility

Dynamic biomaterials analysis and biomechanical profiling

An integrated service that quickly and economically generates genetically modified mice for the research community.

Genome editing: mouse engineering Garvan/ABR (MEGA)

Providing high quality histology services to internal and external researchers.

Histopathology

Providing researchers with a broad range of imaging techniques, analysis software and service options to assist with their research.

Microscopy

Providing high quality, rapid and standardised authentication of human cell lines to researchers at Garvan and beyond

Molecular genetics: Cell line identification

Offering high and low throughput nucleic acid extraction services to Garvan researchers and external clients.

Molecular genetics: DNA/RNA extraction

Delivering excellence in rodent genotyping to researchers nationally

Molecular genetics: mouse genotyping

Providing capillary sequencing and fragment separation services to the research community

Molecular genetics: Sanger sequencing and fragment analysis

Connecting researchers, research participants and genetic support services for better health outcomes.

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Chris Goodnow Garvan Institute

The prestigious award recognises Professor Goodnow’s innovative work on immune system breakdowns and chronic autoimmune disease.

Professor Chris Goodnow honoured with Max Cooper Prize in Immunology

Hetrogenous gene expression in a tumour

Garvan researchers have developed a new AI tool which could be integrated into cancer diagnostics to better inform treatment.

AI tool set to transform characterisation and treatment of cancers

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Experienced veterinarian and facility manager Dr Louise Rabbitt will lead the crucial research facility as current head Dr Jenny Kingham announces retirement.

Dr Louise Rabbitt appointed as new head of Australian BioResources

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Leader of the Centre for Population Genomics internationally recognised for transformative contributions to global genomic research.

Garvan researcher receives prestigious European genomics award

Professor Chris Goodnow and Dr Manu Singh

Chris Goodnow and Manu Singh at the Garvan Institute

Scientists have identified mutated immune cell clones that could point to improved treatment for refractory coeliac disease.

‘Rogue’ immune cells explain why a gluten-free diet fails in some coeliac patients

Dr Rama Dhenni and Professor Tri Phan

Scientists have uncovered why vaccines can elicit a stronger immune response if they are administered in the same arm.

Left or right arm? New research reveals why vaccination site matters for immune response

Associate Professors Clare Stirzaker and David Croucher

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Cancer Council NSW grants will support innovative approaches to monitoring breast cancer recurrence and improving treatment effectiveness for high-risk neuroblastoma.

Breast cancer blood test and childhood cancer projects given the green light

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A major new Garvan-led research project will develop advanced DNA analysis methods to provide a more detailed picture of the human genome, improving access to the benefits of genetic medicine for diverse populations.

Research to unlock life-changing benefits from advanced DNA analysis

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Associate Professor Maté Biro brings specialised expertise in how immune cells interact with tumours to the Institute’s Cancer Ecosystems Program.


Garvan appoints leading expert in cancer-immune interactions

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Dr Ira Deveson will receive the Ruth Stephens Gani Medal at the 2025 Science at the Shine Dome event, in recognition of his contributions to clinical genomics and bioinformatics. 

Australian Academy of Science honours Garvan genomics researcher

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