March 2023 newsletter
Welcome to the March 2023 newsletter. In this edition: A message from our President Health Horizons Forum – mental health roundtable AMR report released Sector news and events Congratulations Fellows in the news A message from our President More than three years have passed since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic, and while there has […]
Professor Maree Teesson: at the forefront of mental health research
“Psychological research can change people’s lives for the better.” – Professor Maree Teesson AC FASSA FAHMS Tweet Today (8 March) is International Women’s Day and an opportunity to highlight the impact of women in the community, in health and medical sciences, and in society at large. Within AAHMS, we are fortunate to benefit from the […]
Experts deliver evidence in long COVID parliamentary hearing
Defining long COVID, understanding knowledge gaps about the condition and its impacts in Australia, were among the major themes discussed at a recent expert roundtable on long COVID. The Australian Academy of Science, in partnership with the Australian Academy of Health and Medical Sciences, organised the roundtable discussion on 17 February at Parliament House to […]
Mental health roundtable kicks off Health Horizons Forum series
Innovation in mental health will be at the forefront of a roundtable discussion bringing together some of the nation’s top mental health experts next month. On 9 March, the Academy will host the roundtable in Sydney, in partnership with Saltire Capital Partners, as part the first meeting of the Health Horizons Forum initiative. The roundtable […]
Experts to contribute to Long COVID and Repeated Infections Inquiry
How can you receive quality healthcare for an illness if there isn’t a clear definition of what that illness is? This is one of many issues the country’s leading experts will address during a roundtable discussion at Parliament House in Canberra on 17 February 2023, to inform the Inquiry into Long COVID and Repeated COVID […]
Celebrating International Day of Women and Girls in Science
Tomorrow (11 February) is the International Day of Women and Girls in Science – an opportunity to recognise the trailblazing women who are making an impact in STEM. The Academy is fortunate to benefit from the experience and expertise of some of Australia’s top researchers and clinician scientists. Women make up nearly one third of […]
New Fellows booklet 2022
In October 2022, the Australian Academy of Health and Medical Sciences officially inducted 31 new Fellows. Learn more about their impressive achievements – download the 2022 new Fellows booklet.
February 2023 newsletter
Welcome to the February 2023 newsletter. In this edition: A message from our new President Order of Australia honours Meet our new Mentees Long COVID and repeated infections roundtable Health Horizons Forum – mental health roundtable Sector news and events Congratulations Fellows in the news A message from our President Welcome back – 2023 has […]
Fellows celebrated with Order of Australia honours
Ten Fellows have been recognised for their outstanding contributions to health, research and innovation in the 2023 Order of Australia honours. Professor Melissa Little AC FAHMS was appointed Companion (AC) in the General Division of the Order of Australia for eminent service to medical research through pioneering contributions to regenerative therapies for kidney […]
Meet four emerging health research stars- our newest mentees for 2023
Four emerging research leaders with expertise in genomics, psychology, epidemiology and nephrology have joined our competitive Mentorship Program. Selected from a pool of applicants across Australia, these health and medical research stars will be paired with a mentor from the AAHMS Fellowship to support their career and leadership development. Mentees become Associate Members of the […]
Event highlights: Life as a Clinician-Scientist SA 2022
What do forensics, nursing, immunology, hematology, cardiology, nephrology, and neonatology all have in common? The first ever South Australian Life as a Clinician-Scientist symposium, held in September 2022, highlighted that these diverse health and medical specialties can all lead to a lifetime of learning, ground-breaking research, and significant impact on patient outcomes. The video recordings […]
Tribute to Professor Allan Cripps AO FAHMS
Professor Allan Cripps AO FAHMS was an internationally recognised expert in the field of mucosal immunology and a senior leader in university administration and service delivery. We are saddened to share news of his passing in late December 2022. From humble beginnings, growing up on a remote farm and schooled largely by correspondence, Professor Cripps […]
Tribute to Professor George Patton FAHMS
Professor George Patton FAHMS was an internationally respected adolescent psychiatrist and epidemiologist who helped to revolutionise our understanding of the unique adolescence developmental stage and shape adolescent health policies worldwide. It is with great sadness that we share news of his passing – a loss that will be felt across the adolescent health field in […]
December newsletter
Welcome to the December 2022 newsletter. In this edition: A message from our new President Strategic plan launched Nominate for honorific awards Secretariat vacancy Sector news and events Congratulations Fellows in the news A message from our President As 2022 draws to a close, I find myself reflecting on a busy 12 months, which has […]
AAHMS launches 2023-2025 Strategic Plan
The Australian Academy of Health and Medical Sciences has released a three-year strategic plan for 2023-2025. The plan outlines our mission, vision and objectives for the next three years, as well as outlining the way we work and our long-term goals for the sector. Our mission is to advance research and innovation in Australia to […]
Event highlights: Life as a Clinician-Scientist Victorian 2022 symposium
Combining a career in research with expertise as a clinician can result in a rich, rewarding career that impacts the lives of many– but for those starting out on their career journey, it can be daunting to know where to start, or how to navigate challenges along the way. Some of Victoria’s top clinician-scientists shared […]
Long COVID and repeated infections inquiry submission
The Australian Academy of Health and Medical Sciences has provided a joint submission with the Australian Academy of Science to the House of Representative’s Standing Committee on Health, Aged Care and Sport inquiry into long COVID and repeated COVID infections. The response focuses on the inquiry’s terms of reference related to research, innovation and evidence-based care, and […]
Highlights from AAHMS 2022
Misinformation in health, new technologies in medical research, and a vision for integrating research in the health system – these were just some of the key themes that took centre stage at the recent Australian Academy of Health and Medical Sciences annual meeting. Held at WEHI in Melbourne, AAHMS 2022 was the Academy’s first face-to-face […]
Tribute to Professor Don McManus FAHMS
Professor Donald McManus FAHMS was an esteemed parasitologist who dedicated his life to the prevention, treatment and global elimination of neglected tropical diseases caused by parasitic worms, which affect hundreds of millions of people worldwide. It is with great sadness that we share news of his passing; a loss that will be felt across the […]
AAHMS Fellow elected to Academy of Social Sciences in Australia
AAHMS Fellow Professor Henry Brodaty AO has been elected as a Fellow of the Academy of Social Sciences in Australia (ASSA). ASSA promotes excellence in the social sciences in Australia and in their contribution to public policy. Fellows are elected by their peers in recognition of their demonstrated and outstanding contribution to one or more fields […]