AAHMS submission: response to the DESE consultation on developing a university research commercialisation scheme
The Academy supports the principle of a government-backed scheme for early-stage commercialisation of research, however, care needs to be taken in the scheme design to ensure that Australia is getting the most for that investment. In a recent submission to the Department of Education, Skills and Employment consultation on developing a University Research Commercialisation (URC) […]
Vaccines only part of the pandemic puzzle
Australia’s recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic requires more than just vaccines, with yesterday’s changes to the planned vaccine rollout again highlighting the need to maintain a broad-base approach to managing the pandemic. Professor Ingrid Scheffer, President of the Australian Academy of Health and Medical Sciences, said that the Australian Government had followed expert medical advice […]
Academies support government strategy for mitochondrial donation in Australia
The Australian Academies of Health and Medical Sciences and the Australian Academy of Science submitted a joint response to the Australian Government’s consultation on mitochondrial donation in Australia.
Vale Professor Katharina (Kat) Gaus FAHMS
It is with great sadness that the Academy has learned of the passing of one of our Fellows, Professor Katharina (Kat) Gaus FAHMS.
2021 AAHMS Annual Meeting – register now for this free online event
Online The 2021 AAHMS Annual Meeting program for 26 to 28 October includes panels and presentations on Academy policy priorities such as climate change and health, better integration of research into healthcare, and the impact of COVID-19. Highlights include: – Professor Sharon Lewin AO FAHMS, Doherty Institute Director, will lead a session with Dr Anthony […]
COVID-19 vaccines will protect individuals, families and communities
AAHMS statement in full: Vaccination roll-out a crucial step in tackling the COVID-19 pandemic.