November 2024
Hidden 3-D atomic structure revealed – drugs for Alzheimer’s a step closer
A new study involving shooting X-rays at crystals has uncovered the precise three-dimensional structure of an enzyme associated with Alzheimer's disease, allowing researchers to now use powerful computers to discover drug-like molecules to treat the disease.
November 2024
Stars shine at soirée
The Rising Star program provides critical support to early-mid career researchers, giving them the resources they need to excel in their research and make a lasting impact, said SVI Foundation Board Chair and Rising Star founder, Karen Inge.
November 2024
Support a healthier future
SVI is home to Australia’s largest group of diabetes researchers who work passionately to better understand this debilitating condition and discover a cure. Last December, we proudly published the results of a world-first type 1 diabetes clinical trial, that offers new hope for improved treatment options. At SVI, we remain dedicated to improving the lives of those affected by type 1 diabetes.
October 2024
Innovative bioengineering to help wound healing
Dr Kate Firipis has been awarded a $75,000 Jack Brockhoff Early Career Medical Research Grant for a novel tissue engineering and regenerative medicine project. Kate works with Associate Professor Geraldine Mitchell in SVI’s Vascular Biology Lab
October 2024
Pioneering heart projects win support
Researchers from two leading-edge SVI labs have both received fellowships and innovation awards from the Heart Foundation. Combined, the support totals around $720,000.
For The Love Of Science – 2025
Join us for our 2025 'For the Love of Science' Gala Dinner, a special evening dedicated to raising funds for the innovative research projects of our brightest postdoctoral researchers. These early-career scientists are the driving force behind groundbreaking discoveries, dedicated to advancing innovative research into real-world applications.
October 2024
Dinner serves an ace
Over the years, the Support Group’s fundraising efforts have supported more than 120 scholars researching some of Australia’s most challenging diseases, including multiple myeloma, pulmonary fibrosis, and Fanconi anaemia.
October 2024
Diabetes Victoria honours outstanding contributors
Professor Tom Kay has received the 2024 Diabetes Victoria Outstanding Contribution Award at an annual Thank You event at The Hall, NAB, Docklands. “I’m honoured and grateful to receive the award from Diabetes Victoria – it takes a team to succeed in this competitive and fast-moving space," said Tom.