We've brought together featured articles and recorded presentations about our researchers achievements in translating research into healthcare.
He Kitenga research highlights
He Kitenga is a prestigious University of Otago publication featuring research excellence.
2017 Distinguished Research Medal winner Professor Parry Guildford can count among his many achievements the discovery of the first-known gene for inherited gastric cancer and the development of a simple-to-use non-invasive test for bladder cancer.
"Our research has lessened the impact of cancer on many people’s lives and provided hope to many more. We feel privileged to have been able to do something to ease the impact of this disease."
Read the story 'Saving Lives':
He Kitenga 2024 (PDF)
Recorded presentations
Distinguished Research Medal lecture
Professor Parry Guilford presented his Distinguished Research Medal Lecture:
Evolution, families and cancer (YouTube,1 Hour and 10 mins) at the College of Education Auditorium on Wednesday 22 November 2017.
The Cause of Cancer
Visit Healthier Lives YouTube to view lectures, recorded in November 2017:
Professor Parry Guilford: Genetics and how drugs can target those genes.
Dr Chris Jackson: Keytruda from bench to bedside - The challenge of getting a breakthrough.