COE User Group’s Post

⭐ Meet our lead researcher (Racing for MNDi), Dr Ianthe Pitout, who has been awarded a significant grant, the “Peter Stearne Familial MND Research Grant”, to propel MND research to the next stage! 🚀 Thanks to this grant, critical investigation can continue to demonstrate the assumption of preventing neuro degeneration, and extending life. This crucial work entitled “Developing a New Drug Candidate for C9orf72 linked MND” is being undertaken at Murdoch University under the care of Dr Pitout, and is important for proving its long-term effectiveness. 🔬 Three generations of my family have been impacted by C9orf72 over nearly four decades, so I deeply understand the urgency of finding an effective treatment as soon as possible. These grants offer an opportunity to bring us closer to life-changing breakthroughs, giving hope to people living with MND and their families—and to those who are pre-symptomatic gene carriers. Every step forward brings us closer to giving them the precious gift of more time. Thank you MND Australia for offering these extremely valuable grants, which will help us supercharge the search for a cure. We can't do this alone, but together we can aim for a future free from MND, sooner! 💜 #ResearchMatters #MNDAwareness #ScienceForHope #NewHorizons #mnd #als #racingforacure #mndi #togetherwecan

Sharing a reconciliation glimmer - this is what we need more of 🌟 I was really inspired to see Nobel Prize-winning scientist John Clauser set an example of what real reconciliation in action can look like. Clauser shared that he feels the land acknowledgements at the events he often attends are performative, and they don't do anything to stop Indigenous children from having to drink unsafe water. After winning the award, Clauser chose to do something truly impactful by donating half his prize money to a charity that partners closely with and is guided by Indigenous peoples and communities - Water First Education & Training Inc. And here’s the best part: this donation goes directly toward building capacity for First Nations to manage their own water systems, it is not an imposed solution or a short-term fix, but genuine support that respects Indigenous knowledge and autonomy. This is exactly the kind of commitment we need more of: not just words, but real, tangible action that uplifts communities on their own terms. Imagine the change we could create if more people took these kinds of steps. 👏👏 https://lnkd.in/gCdkHRWd

Here's how you can support the next generation of environmental leaders . . .

Wouldn't it be great if funders invested more in the endowments of BIPOC-led nonprofits? Imagine if BIPOC-led organizations could enjoy a little stability as we are asked to fix societal problems?! Join this webinar to learn more. #webinar #fundingendowments

Building Brighter Futures: The SFSC Foundation The SFSC Foundation is a pillar of support for students pursuing their educational dreams. With unwavering commitment, it offers scholarships that encompass not just tuition, but also the often-overlooked expenses of books, supplies, and even housing. These scholarships serve as a beacon of hope, easing the financial burden that many students face. By covering these essential costs, the SFSC Foundation ensures that students can focus on their studies without the constant worry of how to make ends meet. In doing so, it fosters a nurturing environment where dreams can flourish, and the path to a brighter future is illuminated. Make an impact today with a donation: https://lnkd.in/eW98Sseh Your donation to the SFSC Foundation is an investment that yields life-changing returns.

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From STI my last publication “Advancements in Donation after Circulatory Death Heart Procurement and Preservation: A Comprehensive Review of Recent Innovations” https://lnkd.in/enUr9dB4

Considering donating your body to science in Arizona? It can advance medical research and training, but it's vital to choose a reputable organization. Ensure nonprofit status, ethical practices, and AATB accreditation to protect dignity and ensure your legacy helps future generations. https://lnkd.in/gFHU_kT9

Do you know the American Water Works Association‘s philanthropy Water Equation? Think workforce development through operator and academic scholarships, leadership training for young professionals, Community Engineering Corps with American Society of Civil Engineers and Engineers Without Borders USA, and STEAM engagement k-12. #impact #investinginthefuture #noOperatorNoWater #YPsuperstars #ValueofWater

In GCSA, mentees not only learn how to take concrete steps towards their goals, but they also learn skills that often go unsaid such as public speaking, teamwork, and self-advocacy. Help students like Lucas grow by donating to his scholarship fund today: https://lnkd.in/eHf9nyMX