Mike Berridge
Prof Mike Berridge: recognising vital work in cellular science
Renowned scientist Professor Mike Berridge is having his work in cell biology recognised with a doctorate this month. Career highlights have included research he led showing how tumours use… Audio
The importance of the microbiome
We know a well-balanced microbiome maintains good health and contributes to digestion. But what happens when our gut is unbalanced? Audio
Sugary drinks: how a tax could change our health
On average, New Zealanders each consume 37 teaspoons of added sugar a day - six times the World Health Organisation recommendations. Professor Mike Berridge, a founding scientist at the Malaghan… Audio
DNA transfer between brain cells
Malaghan Institute scientist Mike Berridge recently discovered a fundamentally new process of mitochondrial DNA transfer between cells. He now investigates whether this is also the case between brain… Audio
Microbes and moods
We are more microbe than human, and our microbiome may be affecting our brain, moods and behaviour. Audio
Mike Berridge: mitochondria, DNA and disease
Kim Hill talks to the Distinguished Research Fellow and Group Leader, Cancer Cell and Molecular Biology at the Malaghan Institute of Medical Research, who is co-leader of a world-first research… Audio
DNA Trafficking Between Cells
Scientists discover a new process, in which mitochondrial DNA is exchanged between cells in the body Audio
Speedy sequencing
The genetic revolution going on with DNA sequencing technology shrinking in size and in cost. Professor Mike Berridge and David Eccles from the Malaghan Instiutute demo some of the new technology. Audio
New Approach to Melanoma Treatment
A Malaghan Institute team hopes to stimulate the immune system to target cancer stem cells in melanoma tumours. Audio
Health story with Veronika Meduna
In today's health story we hear about research that could lead to a new weapon against melanoma. Audio