Menzies School of Health Research

Have you seen our new logo? Menzies is more than just health research. Listen to the story behind our new look through this animation. Learn more about our new brand: https://lnkd.in/g9jGePsA

Today, we recognise National Close the Gap Day, a movement advocating for health equality for all. It’s a time to come together, share knowledge, and take meaningful action to support better health outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. We had the opportunity to come together, and watch Take Heart 2025, a powerful new film in the Take Heart series. This 30-minute film sheds light on rheumatic heart disease (RHD) and calls on all Australians to help eliminate this preventable disease. We’re also sharing a special acknowledgement to Menzies First Nations Senior Research Fellow, Associate Professor Aunty Vicki Wade, who both produced and features in the film. Her invaluable contribution is a testament to the leadership and commitment of First Nations peoples in improving health outcomes. Watch Take Heart 2025 here: https://lnkd.in/g8xzjwqu   #CloseTheGap #TakeHeart2025 

You're Invited! 🎉 Menzies Open Day – Celebrating 40 Years of Impactful Research 📅 Thursday 22 May 2025 May 2025 🕑 2:00 PM - 5:00 PM 📍 Menzies School of Health Research, John Mathews Building (JMB) Building 58, Royal Darwin Hospital Campus, Corner of Nightingale and Paracelsus Road, Tiwi. Join us for a family-friendly celebration as we mark 40 years of impactful research at Menzies! Explore the exciting work we do with a fun-filled afternoon of interactive activities, lab tours, presentations, and more. Don't miss this exciting opportunity to discover the amazing work happening at Menzies! Bring your friends, family, and curiosity! Register your interest https://lnkd.in/gyc2BG5f #Menzies40Years #40YearsofImpact We can't wait to celebrate with you!

Have you seen our new logo? Our refreshed Menzies logo reflects over 40 years of groundbreaking research, innovation, and our unwavering commitment to improving health outcomes. 🔹 At the heart of our new icon is community, symbolising the people we serve and work alongside. 🔹 The intersecting lines ripple outward, representing genuine partnerships that weave together science and local knowledge to create real impact. 🔹 Our refreshed colours pay tribute to our roots in the Northern Territory and beyond - from the sky, soil, and sea to the deeper global blue, reflecting our expanding reach across Timor-Leste, the Asia-Pacific, and the world. This new look embodies who we are and where we’re headed. Learn more about our new brand: https://lnkd.in/g9jGePsA

We’re delighted to share that the Menzies-led NHMRC Centre of Research Excellence for Strengthening Health Systems in Remote Australia (CRESTRA) has been nationally recognised for its leadership in remote multidisciplinary primary healthcare. CRESTRA has been named as a key partner in the newly funded National Multidisciplinary Primary Care Research, Policy and Advocacy Consortium (the Consortium), led by UNSW. This major national resource will support primary care reform, strengthen the evidence base and accelerate improvements in services. It brings together more than 100 researchers from across the country, including 10 CRESTRA researchers: Professor Alan Cass, Associate Professor Deborah Russell, Associate Professor Alexandra Edelman PhD MPH, Professor Sean Taylor, Dr Winnie Chen and Dr Prabhakar Veginadu from Menzies; and Associate Professor john boffa, Dr Sam Heard and Dr AbdolVahab Baghbanian from Central Australian Aboriginal Congress Aboriginal Corporation. Learn more in our latest media release: https://lnkd.in/gcAmfFCp

You’re invited! 🎉 Menzies’ 40th Anniversary Gala Dinner For 40 years, Menzies has been at the forefront of groundbreaking health research, transforming lives across Australia and beyond. Join us for a spectacular evening celebrating our impact while supporting the next generation of research changemakers. With live music, inspiring talks, art installations, interactive activities and local cuisine - it is set to be a Gala like no other! 📍 George Brown Darwin Botanic Gardens, The Gardens, Darwin  📅 Friday 20 June 2025  ⏰ From 6:30 PM 🎟️ $175 per person or $1,750 for a table of 10 Secure your spot today! Tickets: https://lnkd.in/gkFRpzXe Celebrate. Be Inspired. Make a Difference #Menzies40Years #40YearsOfImpact

IMPACT SERIES | For our 40th Anniversary celebrations, we’re hosting a 5-part series to highlight research impact at Menzies. This series aims to share real world experiences, impact and innovation, to encourage you to consider how you could implement training, foster partnerships or be a health leader into your setting. For our first event in this series, we’re bringing you a panel of presenters who are each involved in health education and training, from a variety of areas and programs across Menzies. If you’re interested in training whether that’s engaging with communities or education in more academic settings – this event is not to be missed. 📅 Wednesday 12 March 2025 ⏰ 11:00am – 12 noon (ACST); light refreshments and networking to follow 📍 Menzies JMB Auditorium (Royal Darwin Hospital campus) or online via Zoom Register to attend: https://lnkd.in/gCfFPDSD #ResearchImpact #40YearsOfImpact

We are so excited to launch our brand-new logo! This evolution, guided by our community, reflects our ongoing commitment to improving health outcomes through innovation, collaboration, and community-driven research. As shared at today’s launch by Menzies Director, Professor Alan Cass AO, “Menzies new brand identity has been shaped by our people. It honours our 40-year history of research and impact. It speaks to our vision for the future – to find lasting solutions to health problems that matter”. Learn more about our new brand: https://lnkd.in/g9jGePsA

Ear and hearing care for all | It’s World Hearing Day! Expanding on its focus from last year, the World Health Organization continues its call for a shift in mindsets to make ear and hearing care a reality for everyone. It highlights the importance for us all to expand our knowledge and take action to improve hearing health. At Menzies, we’re committed to supporting clinicians, communities and families with evidence-based resources to prevent, diagnose, and manage otitis media - a major contributor to hearing loss. 🔹 Empower yourself with knowledge! Learn more about otitis media and how to prevent and treat it: 👉 https://bit.ly/3Ssyj2w 🔹 Clinicians - support culturally safe care with the Otitis Media Guidelines App, featuring diagnostic support, clinician education, and translations in multiple First Nations languages: 👉 https://bit.ly/3km6uwk Throughout March, we’ll be celebrating our incredible Hearing for Learning team, who are working to make hearing care accessible and sustainable across communities. Stay tuned! #WorldHearingDay2025 #HearTheFuture #HearingCare

Menzies led journal article, shines a light on the crucial role of Aboriginal Kidney Health Mentors in supporting people through the transplant journey. These mentors offer care that is grounded in culture, trust, and respect. Key takeaways from the research include: ➡ Mentors with lived experience support First Nations patients on the kidney transplant journey. ➡ More funding and policy changes are needed to strengthen mentor roles and improve patient health. This important work, supported by the National Indigenous Kidney Transplant Taskforce and implemented by Purple House, showcases the need to build the Aboriginal health workforce to improve both patient care and health outcomes. Read the article in full here: https://lnkd.in/gU7gn4Wd Image credit: Right Way Working diagram from Panuku Purple House (Western Desert Nganampa Walytja Palyantjaku Tjutaku Aboriginal Corporation)