World-First Cancer Breakthrough Tests Hundreds of Clues in One Biopsy to Guide Treatment

In a world-first discovery, doctors can now check hundreds of markers in a single biopsy to show which treatments, like immunotherapy, chemotherapy or radiotherapy, will work best for patients with head and neck cancer.

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Celebrating 30 Years of Delivering Real Health Impact

Since our founding in 1994, Wesley Research Institute (WRI) has grown into a leader in health and medical research, consistently working to improve patient outcomes.

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Explore our clinical trials open for participation, with focus areas on Coeliac Disease and Immune Health, Cardiology and Critical Care, Pulmonary Hypertension, Orthopaedics, Neurology and Rare Diseases.

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Established in 1994, Wesley Research Institute is the official research partner for UnitingCare. Our research extends across the UnitingCare network including Lifeline, Bluecare and four private hospitals, St Andrew's War Memorial Hospital, The Wesley Hospital, Buderim Private Hospital and St Stephen's at Hervey Bay.

We predominately focus on translational research and work closely with experienced doctors, nurses and allied health professionals to deliver improved treatments, better diagnostics, and enhanced care.

We are focused on making a real difference, committed to providing better outcomes and quality of life for patients and their families, as well as building supportive communities.

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Research into faster and more accurate diagnosis

Improve understanding
around the causes of disease and better prediction of disease progression

Increase survival and quality of life for patients and families

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Acknowledgement of Country

We acknowledge the Turrbal and Yuggera peoples as the Traditional Custodians of the land on which Wesley Research Institute now stands. We pay our respects to Elders past, present and emerging.

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Tharuka’s Story: Living with Pulmonary Arterial Hypertension

Tharuka was diagnosed with Pulmonary Arterial Hypertension (PAH) at the age of 11. He shares with us his story, growing up with PAH, managing his condition to participating in clinical trials.