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August 2006
$10 million investment in research to improve health care
A $10 million grant from the State Government will help create a world-class research precinct that will lead the way in taking scientific discoveries from the lab to the bedside. Read more >>
Nutrition linked to better outcomes for cancer patients
Research conducted through The Wesley Research Institute by nutrition expert Dr Judy Bauer has earned international recognition for its findings that better nutrition can improve a range of outcomes for cancer patients. Read more >>
June 2006
The Atlantic Philanthropies grants $10M to The Wesley Research Institute
The Atlantic Philanthropies will grant $10M to The Wesley Research Institute based in Brisbane. Read more >>
The Wesley Research Institute to receive first Smart State Tissue Bank
Premier Peter Beattie announced during his recent US trade mission that The Wesley Research Institute will receive $1.42 million from the Smart State Research Facilities Fund to establish a world-class tissue bank that will allow Queensland researchers to study a diverse collection of cancer tissues. Read more >>
Board Member receives AM
Mrs Rosalie Martin has been appointed as a Member in the Order of Australia (AM) for her outstanding contribution and achievement in the fields of medical research, education and training, financial markets, and the arts. Read more >>
Director receives AO
Director of The Wesley Research Institute, Professor Julie Campbell, was awarded an Office of the Order of Australia (AO) in the Queen’s Birthday Honours List for her distinguished service to science and education in Australia. Read more >>
Professor Campbell to lead science curriculum in Australian primary schools
Professor Campbell has been appointed honorary Secretary for Education and Public Awareness of the Australian Academy of Science. In this role she is responsible for implementing a new inquiry-based science education program, Primary Connections: Linking Science with Literacy, in primary schools across the country.
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