Infection and immunological conditions

Worldwide, infectious diseases are a leading cause of death and each year new infectious agents emerge. To combat these our researchers seek to understand the body’s immune response which is important for a wide range of diseases, from the autoimmune conditions where the immune response to the individual is excessive, to the emerging infectious diseases affecting populations around the world.

They study bacteria, viruses, parasites and fungi. They investigate all types of immune reactions, their focus includes agents of importance to Australia, such as swine and human influenza; in the Asia Pacific, such as malaria; and around the world, such as HIV, tuberculosis, malaria.

Study of infectious diseases and immunology at Sydney Medical School covers laboratory, clinic and population studies, involves all organ systems and crosses all medical specialties.

Is the world prepared for the challenge of emerging infectious diseases such as swine flu and West Nile Virus?

Why is asthma so prevalent in Australia, and how can we reduce the severity of attacks?

How can we eradicate the “big three” infectious diseases – tuberculosis, HIV/AIDS and malaria?

What determines whether the immune system clears infections or contributes to their harmful effects on the body?

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Projects receive swine flu funding
Three Sydney research projects have received funding through the National Health and Medical Research Council (NHMRC) as part of the government's response to the H1N1 flu virus.