Mater Research

We are delighted to announce that Professor Allison Pettit will step into the role of Executive Director at Mater Research on January 2 🎉   Prof Pettit has played an integral role in the Mater Research story since February 2016, initially serving as the Head of Research Strategy and most recently as the Director of Biomedical Research and Leader of the Bones and Immunology Research Group.   Please join us in congratulating Prof Pettit on her new role!   Learn more 👉 https://lnkd.in/gcqQmh9q

In a year marked by challenges across the healthcare sector, Mater People have leaned in and stepped up to meet the obstacles head-on.    From homes, hubs, and hospitals, our team of more than 10,000 heroes has crafted an inspiring story.    Together, we've lifted standards and each other, driven by a shared Mission to make a profound impact with care, compassion and commitment.   As we write the next chapters, our work continues to matter more than ever.    Here's to a year of resilience, growth, and unwavering dedication. This is our story. #healthcare #mater #ourstory #resilience #peoplefirst

The Fetal Growth Clinic created by Mater clinician and researcher Professor Sailesh Kumar is set to be replicated in Malaysia, providing specialised care to women with complex pregnancies in Malaysia. The new fetal growth clinic, which will be led by Malaysian maternal fetal medicine specialist Dr Jesrine Hong will improve outcomes for small-for-gestational-age infants, and also help train experts from the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN). Learn more 🤰 https://lnkd.in/gQwmFnVH

We are delighted to announce that two Mater Researchers have received more than $2 million from the latest round of National Health and Medical Research Council (NHMRC) grants to progress their research into better treatments for patients. 🔬 Professor Jean-Pierre Levesque was the recipient of a $1.28 million Ideas grant. His research is exploring prophylactic treatments to prevent neurogenic heterotopic ossifications (bone growth in soft tissue) 🔬 Professor John Hooper was the recipient of an $827,000 Development grant. He is creating a theranostic treatment for ovarian cancer that will "seek-and-destroy" cancer cells. Congratulations!

A Mater Research emerging leader was recognised at The University of Queensland Faculty of Medicine awards, with a commendation in the Rising Star of the Year category. Congratulations Dr Siobhan Loughnan PhD, whose work in perinatal bereavement care with the Stillbirth CRE has attracted more than $1 million in funding and made transformative contributions to high-impact research. Learn more about Dr Loughnan's recent program that is addressing a gap in perinatal bereavement support options for Australian mothers and their families, particularly in rural communities 👉 https://lnkd.in/g2qUMsF8

Mater Research's focus on tackling gender inequity has been highlighted in Equity Trustees 2024 Giving Highlights! Equity Trustees has been supporting Mater Foundation since 2017, which in turn supports Mater Research. Read on to learn about how Mater Research embraces diversity and inclusion and supports female researchers, like Associate Professor Kym Rae 👉 https://lnkd.in/guUb6gpy

Queensland scientists have solved a century-old mystery of why patients who suffer severe spinal cord and brain injuries develop debilitating bone growths around joints such as hips and shoulders. Researchers Dr Kylie Alexander and Professor Jean-Pierre Levesque found that a cortisol spike at the same time of a muscle injury "derails" the body’s normal repair program, causing bone growth in muscle tissue. Learn more 👉 https://lnkd.in/gCrqEfqY Spinal Life Australia / Translational Research Institute Australia / The University of Queensland

Professor Janet Hardy is officially retiring from Mater Research after an extraordinary career that has seen her transform care for palliative care patients. Thank you, Prof Hardy, for everything you’ve done over the past 21 years. Enjoy your much deserved retirement! Learn more 👉 https://lnkd.in/g6brdpc9

From improving health outcomes for First Nations families to epilepsy evaluations and the value of simulation education, Mater Research’s annual Year in Review celebration at the Translational Research Institute Australia recognised and applauded researchers and professional staff across a diverse range of projects. Congratulations to all nominees and winners! Learn more 👉 https://lnkd.in/gVviD9Rz

Mater Mothers’ midwife Gabby Rowsell enjoys working in the birth suites, but when she’s not helping to deliver babies, she also works as a Research Midwife in the Fetal Growth Clinic within the Maternal Fetal Medicine department at Mater. "This is a specialised research-based clinic that was developed to monitor and protect growth restricted babies from all over Queensland." "I spend a lot of time talking about the ins and outs of having a little baby, as well as discussing different clinical trials these women are welcomed to be a part of." Learn more about a day in the life of a Mater midwife 👉 https://lnkd.in/gBr27h_T