Menzies Institute for Medical Research in Hobart, Tasmania | Non-profit organisation

Menzies Institute for Medical Research

Locality: Hobart, Tasmania

Phone: +61 3 6226 7700

Address: 17 Liverpool Street 7000 Hobart, TAS, Australia

Website: http://www.menzies.utas.edu.au

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23.01.2022 There are still places available for this Friday's workshop to discuss the Premier’s Economic & Social Recovery Advisory Council recommendation to develop and implement a whole of population mental health screening tool for Tasmania. This is being run by Menzies and the Mental Health Council of Tasmania and we encourage you to become involved if you are interested and able to.

23.01.2022 Dr Kirsten Fairfax is a member of our cancer and genetics team and works in bone marrow failure research. She is also an experienced long-distance runner, which will come in handy when she takes part in the 2020 Road to Recovery fundraiser. Kirsten and ten other inspiring women will be running or walking 10kms per day from the 5th - 14th of November, totalling 1000kms, to raise money for cancer research! For more info and to donate, click here: https://bit.ly/2GfEgz9.

23.01.2022 A study led by Menzies and published today found the catastrophic 201920 Australian bushfire season saw smoke-related health costs climb to AU$1.95 billion. Read more here: https://menzies.utas.edu.au//smoke-related-health-costs-of

18.01.2022 To mark #WorldMSDay we are hosting a forum today called #ResearchwithConnections, sharing our work with people living with MS and the wider community. Over 100 people in attendance and a fascinating program of world-class research. Thanks to everyone who has come along to be a part of it!

17.01.2022 New research from Menzies today shows that turmeric was found to be more effective than a placebo for reducing knee pain in patients with knee osteoarthritis. However, turmeric did not change the structural aspects of knee osteoarthritis, such as swelling or cartilage composition. These findings from a randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled trial were published in the prestigious journal, Annals of Internal Medicine. Read more here: https://menzies.utas.edu.au//turmeric-supplement-more-effe

17.01.2022 As part of the May 50K fundraiser for MS research, two of our MS Research Flagship team members walked the 49 kilometre Three Capes Track to get their steps up and raise money and awareness. Amazing effort Viv Jones and Tash Stevens! We're all so proud of you! If you'd like to support them, there's still time to donate at the link below. https://tinyurl.com/Menzies-May-50K

17.01.2022 We have fantastic community members right around Australia who use their own time and energy to fundraise for us. Please help Susie and a team of women each running or walking 10kms per day, for 10 consecutive days, totaling 1000kms distance, from the 1st-10th of October! For more info, click here: https://www.mycause.com.au/page/234306/the-road-to-recovery

16.01.2022 Here's another way to get involved with our GASP study! All coaches and administrators involved with these sports are welcome, regardless of whether you are operating through a sporting club or organisation. Participate in September in person or via Zoom.

16.01.2022 Want the latest information on high blood pressure and heart disease? The High Blood Pressure Research Council of Australia and Heart Foundation are hosting Pressure Wise, a FREE online community event on Tuesday December 1st from 7pm-8.30pm. Hear from experts from all across Australia, including Menzies’ own Postdoctoral Researcher, Dr. Niamh Chapman! Register here for what promises to be an informative evening: bit.ly/2UW3uq4

16.01.2022 Earlier this year, we posted about Dr Andy Flies (Wild Immunity) and his work on a paper all about how taking research back to nature could help in the next pandemic. The details of that paper have now been beautifully summarised in a comic by Science in Pictures. Read this fantastic comic in the post below!

15.01.2022 Congratulations to our researchers Associate Professor Verity Cleland and Dr Dean Picone for recently receiving Heart Foundation Australia Fellowships! Read more here: https://menzies.utas.edu.au//heart-foundation-fellowships-

15.01.2022 On the weekend The Australian featured one of our researchers, Professor Peter Dargaville, and his life saving technology which has recently won a prestigious Queen's Award for Innovation in the United Kingdom. OxyGenie’s patented algorithm technology was developed over nine years by a team of scientists led by Professor Dargaville, a clinical researcher with the Menzies Institute and the Tasmanian Health Service, and Dr Tim Gale, a biomedical engineer in the University of Tasmania's School of Engineering. It is now saving newborn's lives in 43 countries around the world. Congratulations to Peter and Tim and thank you for all your work!

14.01.2022 Have you heard of the Australian MS Longitudinal Study? It’s a survey-based research study that asks people in Australia living with multiple sclerosis to share their stories and help support vital MS research around the country. If you’re over 18, live in Australia and have been diagnosed with MS, join the AMSLS today and make a difference: https://msra.org.au/amsls/become-a-participant/.

12.01.2022 Our Understanding Multiple Sclerosis - MS free online course has been ranked as #10 in Class Central's 2020 Best Free Online Courses of All-Time! And it's not too late to enroll for the September course currently running. Click here for more info: https://ms.mooc.utas.edu.au/

11.01.2022 Thanks to The Mercury Newspaper for telling Tassie to buy a beanie and support our research! 'The Big Freeze has been a vital source of funds for research into MND over the past six years and Menzies Institute motor neurone disease researcher and FightMND ambassador Tracey Dickson urged the public to continue their support. Providing the best care possible and support for people with MND is essential, but we must continue to look for a cure, Professor Dickson said.'

09.01.2022 Here's our latest Bulletin for anyone wishing to learn more about our reasearch and the fantastic people who make it all happen! If you would like to be on the email list to receive our quarterly Bulletins, please email [email protected]

07.01.2022 Our GASP study gives an opportunity for parents and carers to share their perspective of their girl’s experience in surfing, skating or mountain biking. Participants can join a face-to-face focus group or attend via Zoom. Details are in the image below.

07.01.2022 We are extremely proud to announce it's the 4th year in a row one of our researchers has been awarded the Tasmanian Young STEM Researcher of the Year! Well done to Dr Hoang Phan for being recognised for her research into health inequalities in the management and outcomes of stroke. Read more here: https://www.utas.edu.au//stem-leaders-honoured-at-awards-c

06.01.2022 Do you want to contribute to the Mental Health Council of Tasmania's #checkin website updates? We need employers, business owners and everyday perspectives for two Co-Design Workshops on October 15 in Hobart. Follow these links for more information: Everyday Perspectives: https://bit.ly/3jFJkvy Employer/Business Owner: https://bit.ly/36zmGkA

06.01.2022 MENZIES RESEARCHERS NEED YOU We want to hear your voice. We are looking for people to represent their community on an important new study aimed at preventing heart disease and stroke. We are asking for people to be part of a community group that will: - Give advice on our research ... - Inform the work we do - Work with other community members to provide advice - Meet 4-6 times per year Expenses will be covered. If you're interested, please email [email protected] or call Gudrun Wells on (03) 6226 4369 by 11th September 2020.

05.01.2022 Congratulations to Judy Seal who was awarded a Public Health Association of Australia President’s Award for her critical role in addressing iodine deficiency firstly in Tasmania and then across Australia. Judy is a key collaborator with our researchers and we are pleased the work she has done to improve iodine nutrition has been recognised.

05.01.2022 Here's an opportunity to have your say on important mental health issues in Tasmania. In partnership with the Mental Health Council of Tasmania (MHCT), we invite you to a workshop to discuss the Premier’s Economic & Social Recovery Advisory Council recommendation to develop and implement a whole of population mental health screening tool for Tasmania. For more information visit: https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/co-design-workshop-mental-h

04.01.2022 PhD Projects Available Are you interested in undertaking a PhD at the University of Tasmania's Menzies Institute for Medical Research? Work on innovative projects and contribute to internationally significant research with global experts in Tasmania. From "Improving the quality of life of people with MS" to "Precision Medicine for Prostate Cancer" and many more, our projects cover a wide range of interests in medical research. Find out more here: https://bit.ly/3imE9PE

04.01.2022 Learn some more about mental health in this video with our PhD student, Adam Nebbs. Thanks to the The Mind Games for raising money to help us research mental health in the workplace. And sign up your workplace team for The Mind Games 2021 if you haven't already!

03.01.2022 The Road to Recovery run is over, but there's still time to donate at the link below! Thanks to the fantastic efforts of the 10 women involved the money raised will go to Menzies for cancer research. https://www.mycause.com.au//234/the-road-to-recovery-2020

03.01.2022 If you're looking for Christmas cards we can help you out! Every year we profile a range of local artists who have kindly donated images for our cards. There's a selection of Christmas and non-seasonal cards to choose from, and all proceeds from their sale goes to our research. Click here to find out more: https://payments.utas.edu.au/OneStopWeb/MRIMerch/menu

02.01.2022 Pharmacy staff needed for survey We're inviting all pharmacy staff (pharmacists, technicians, and assistants) in Tasmania to take part in a 15-minute phone survey. By answering a few questions about your iodine knowledge, you can win one of twenty $50 gift vouchers. Learn more here: bit.ly/3n6hcDF. Please note: To get an accurate understanding of the current level of knowledge we ask that you please do not undertake any activities to increase your level of knowledge about iodine prior to completing the survey, such as reading, Google searches, or talking to colleagues etc. Your answers will be de-identified and will not be shared with your employer or colleagues.