Lymphoma Project
What is Lymphoma?
Lymphoma is a blood cancer affecting the white blood cells and develops in the lymphatic system. It is the most common blood cancer, being more common than both leukemia and multiple myeloma and is the most
common cause of blood cancer death. It causes 11% of childhood cancers and the rates of most lymphoma???s have been increasing at 4% per year. Over the last 20 years the number of cases in Australia has doubled (www.lymphoma.org.au).
In fact nearly 4000 Australians are diagnosed each year with lymphoma. Patients suffer from the disease for long periods of time and some existing treatments can lead to debilitating side effects and many of the subtypes are currently incurable or have a high relapse rate. For these reasons there is an urgent need for novel therapeutic interventions and better diagnostic tools.
Our Vision:
Research, Reveal, Heal
RESEARCH: Our research is aimed at identifying genes involved in the development and progression of lymphoma.
REVEAL: Revealing these genes will allow us to understand the molecular basis of the cause of lymphoma.
HEAL: This gene information will then allow us to develop earlier diagnosis and new treatments.
About the Genomics Research Centre
The Genomics Research Centre undertakes research to identify the genes involved in lymphoma development and progression. We are undertaking studies to identify genes involved in lymphoma susceptibility, development and treatment response. Our research is aimed at developing better forms of diagnosis but also more effective treatment for this disorder. Our research involves a team of clinicians, biomedical scientists and talented postgraduate researchers. Our research could be greatly strengthened by support for postdoctoral fellowships, postgraduate scholarships and funding for scientific reagents and consumables.
Our Mission
To identify the underlying genetic cause of lymphoma to enable earlier diagnosis and better treatment options.
Every cell, every life... always hope
Every gift makes a difference
If you would like to support research into skin cancer, please make a donation online or or contact Brenda Tischendorf, Development and Alumni Coordinator.
For more information on how you can support this initiative, please contact:
Brenda Tischendorf
Coordinator, Development and Alumni (Health)
From within Australia:
Phone: (07) 5552 7095
Mobile: 0434 171 936
Fax: (07) 5552 9304
From outside Australia:
Phone: +61 7 5552 7095
Mobile: +61 434 171 936
Fax: +61 7 5552 9304