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  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,…

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  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…

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  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.

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  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.

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  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.

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  COVID-19: AAHMS Information hub

  Australia and the world face an extraordinary challenge in tackling the COVID-19 pandemic. It is a rapidly evolving situation, and we are working with our Fellows to monitor and respond to the outbreak, as well as liaising with government, the Chief Medical Officer, Chief Scientist, and others as they…

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  Welcome to 2021’s newest mentees

  We are delighted to welcome nine new mentees onto our Mentorship Program, after 2020 saw us receive a record number of applications in the five-year history of the program. The Mentorship Committee was extremely impressed by the calibre of the applications, their research records and leadership positions and is pleased…

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  Pre-Budget submission calls for greater support of EMCRs

  In response to the Government’s call for submissions for the 2021-22 Budget, the Academy has highlighted the importance of an adaptable, skilled and responsive research and innovation sector working in concert with government, industry and the community. Australia’s response to the COVID-19 pandemic and its success in maintaining low case…

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  Seven Fellows recognised in Australia Day honours

  We are delighted that seven Academy Fellows have been recognised in this year’s Australia Day honours list, for their outstanding contributions to Australian healthcare, research, innovation, policy development and higher education. The Academy warmly congratulates all seven Fellows, who were recognised as follows: Officer of the Order of Australia (AO)…

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  Vaccines alone won’t keep Australia COVID-safe – new AAHMS report

  Australian Academy of Health and Medical Sciences urges multi-pronged response for 2021 High levels of testing, efficient vaccine distribution and addressing pandemic mental health impacts are critical if Australia is to maintain control over COVID-19 in 2021, a new report from the Australian Academy of Health and Medical Sciences has…