Investigating a Genetic Link in Alcoholic Liver Disease

A new study by the Centenary Institute and the Sydney Local Health District has found that a specialised blood test can detect alcohol use in people with liver disease far more accurately than commonly used biomarker tests or patient self-reports. The breakthrough could help clinicians make better treatment decisions and guide eligibility for liver transplants.

The Centenary Institute recently hosted Science for Sight: Shaping the Future of Eye Health, a community event designed to raise awareness of eye disease and its impact on people’s lives. The program focused on keratoconus, limbal stem cell deficiency (LSCD) and dry eye syndrome, bringing together the latest in medical research with personal stories of lived experience.

A new study led by the Centenary Institute and the University of Sydney shows that a nasal vaccine could offer powerful protection against COVID-19. It works by stopping infection in the nose before the virus spreads through the body.

A breathtaking collection of images capturing the wonder and complexity of medical science has been unveiled through the Centenary Institute’s 2025 When Art Meets Science image prize competition.