Australia invests $187.2m in health and medical research projects

One of the projects will examine the role of gut bacteria in bowel cancer.

The Australian Government is investing almost $187.2m (A$280m) in research through the National Health and Medical Research Council’s Ideas Grants scheme.

A total of 190 projects will receive funding under the programme, which supports research from early-stage discovery through to practical applications.

One of the projects will examine the role of gut bacteria in bowel cancer, focusing on how changes in the microbiome could be used to improve screening and prevention.

The funded projects will cover disease prevention, diagnosis, and treatment.

“We are giving Australian researchers the tools to drive innovation that improves care, saves lives, and strengthens our health system for the future,” said Mark Butler, Minister for Health and Ageing.

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