A groundbreaking study from Doherty Institute has identified a new gene variant that affects immune defences in First Nations people.
Conducted by an international research team, the eight-year project focused on natural killer cells and their role in immune response.
This discovery underscores the importance of including diverse populations in genetic research.
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Produced By: Moemina Shukur
Featured In Story: Andrew Brooks – Associate Professor
First aired on The Wire, Friday 1 November 2024