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Adelaide News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Proton Therapy Project in Adelaide Turns into Legal BattleAdelaides Proton Therapy Project Turns into Legal Battle: SAHMRI Sues ProTom International for $32MThe South Australian Health and Medical Research Institute (SAHMRI) is suing ProTom International for $32M, alleging misleading conduct. The project aimed to bring the first proton therapy cancer unit to Adelaide, treating around 700 patients annually. SAHMRI partnered with ProTom in 2018 to purchase their compact proton therapy system, but the project collapsed in 2023. ProTom requested an additional $57.2M, leading to the lawsuit. ProToms CEO, Paul Tso, claims the increased costs were due to the pandemic and revised the request to $25M. The lawsuit leaves Australia without a proton...
2025-12-0202 min
David & WillFIVEAA Breakfast with David & Will - 2 December 2025Local diving expert Ryan Kaczkowski - dive mission to retrieve missing diver body at Tantanoola Harbour Town General Manager Kylie Neal - Black Friday sales fallout Stamford Grand Adelaide VP of Operations Andrew Donadel - Jetty Rd Saga continues Precision Cancer Medicine Team Leader Professor Deb White & Blood Cancer survivor Janet Anderson - SAHMRI Christmas Appeal Phil Coorey - This week in Federal Politics Minister for Police and Education Blair Boyer - Glenunga International High School terror plot details released Breaking at 8 - Josh Teague on SA...
2025-12-011h 45
A Window On SAHMRIBridging Research and Real Impact | Tom SymondsTom Symonds is the Executive Director of Health Translation SA (HTSA), leading the work of connecting SAHMRI, the state's universities, hospitals and government to turn research into real-world impact. Spending much of his younger life in the UK before moving to Australia, Tom has built his career across health service management, research strategy, primary care leadership and government innovation.Outside of work he’s a keen muso, a long-suffering Nottingham Forest fan, and an underrated chef.
2025-11-1730 minDavid & WillFIVEAA Breakfast with David & Will - 17 November 2025Weekend win New rules in State Parliament - Speaker Leon Bignell BOM + SAPOL Surprise win for pregnant women at SAHMRI - Dr Karen Best Asbestos in play sand - Department for Education CEO Martin Westwell Is there a "cultural right" for Vegemite? - FIVEAA Legal Eagle Alex Ward The weekend in sport - Stephen Rowe The Opposition's plan for the bloom/net zero - Leader of the Opposition Vincent Tarzia Mayors return from Brazil - LGA SA President Heather Holmes-Ross Bedford...
2025-11-171h 50
Radio National BreakfastOmega-3 fatty acids could reduce risk of premature births, research showsThe premature birth of a baby can be a traumatic experience for parents - and for the child it increases the risk of poor health outcomes as well as intellectual and physical disability.Currently, almost one in 10 babies is delivered before the 37 week mark.But Australia is leading international efforts to bring that number down, with newly-released research pointing to the beneficial effects of Omega-3 fatty acids in reducing the risk of premature births.Guest: Dr Karen Best, Principal Research Fellow, and lead of the Pregnancy and Newborn Health Program at the South Australian...
2025-11-1605 minRadio National BreakfastOmega-3 fatty acids could reduce risk of premature births, research showsThe premature birth of a baby can be a traumatic experience for parents - and for the child it increases the risk of poor health outcomes as well as intellectual and physical disability.Currently, almost one in 10 babies is delivered before the 37 week mark.But Australia is leading international efforts to bring that number down, with newly-released research pointing to the beneficial effects of Omega-3 fatty acids in reducing the risk of premature births.Guest: Dr Karen Best, Principal Research Fellow, and lead of the Pregnancy and Newborn Health Program at the South Australian...
2025-11-1605 min
A Window On SAHMRIFinding the Story in Science | Dr Ben LewisDr Ben Lewis has a PhD in skin cancer biology and molecular pharmacology but discovered along the way that he loved talking about science more than doing it. His curiosity and creativity has taken him from the lab to stage shows, documentaries, journalism and now to SAHMRI, where he helps researchers sharpen their skills in writing, presenting and sharing their work with the world. Whether he's editing grant applications or running workshops on communication and public speaking, Ben's passionate about helping scientists find the best story in their research to connect with any audience.
2025-10-0230 min
A Window On SAHMRIBreaking New Ground in Blood Cancer | Dr Ilaria PaganiDr Ilaria Pagani is a cancer researcher hailing from Corteno Golgi, a small town in beautiful Northern Italy. She migrated to Australia a decade ago in pursuit of her career and has become a key member of SAHMRI’s Blood Cancer Program, where she's working to transform the way chronic myeloid leukaemia (CML) is treated and managed.Since arriving in Australia, Ilaria's had to overcome the challenge of English being her second language. She's stuck at it and become an excellent science communicator in both English and Italian, dedicated to mentoring young researchers and sharing her work with the wi...
2025-09-0133 min
A Window On SAHMRIAdvancing Aboriginal Health Research | Associate Professor Kim Morey & Professor Odette PearsonProfessor Odette Pearson and Associate Professor Kim Morey are trailblazers in Aboriginal health research and Co-Leads of the Wardliparingga Aboriginal Health Equity Theme at SAHMRI.Prof Pearson is a Kuku Yalanji woman with expertise in Indigenous health policy and systems. Her career began in the Torres Strait, where she helped implement a diabetes recall system that significantly reduced preventable amputations.A/Prof Morey, of Anmatyerre and Eastern Arrernte descent, brings over 25 years of experience in Aboriginal health and community services. She leads a highly translational research program focused on improving care for Aboriginal people with chronic disease.Together, they’re...
2025-07-0751 min
A Window On SAHMRIDecoding the Brain | Cade Christensen & Dr Inushi De SilvaCade Christensen's career got off to a uniquely exhilarating start, with the California-native working as a Special Operations Intelligence Officer in the U.S Air Force, before moving across the world to pursue bioinformatics. Based at SAHMRI for the past 18 months, he’s swapped military intelligence for medical research — applying new skills to unravel the biology behind neurological conditions. He works alongside Dr Inushi De Silva, who recently completed her PhD on tumour growth in glioblastoma — one of the most aggressive and complex forms of brain cancer.They're both under the guidance of Professor Cedric Bardy...
2025-06-0331 min
Community ConversationsThe Science of Cellular Cleaning: Understanding Autophagy with Tim SargeantIn this week's episode, we're joined by Associate Professor Tim Sargeant from the South Australian Health and Medical Research Institute (SAHMRI), a biomedical scientist leading cutting-edge research into autophagy - the body's natural cellular cleaning process. We explore how autophagy influences biological aging and disease risk, and examine fascinating studies showing that enhancing this cellular process can slow disease progression and potentially extend lifespan.
Professor Sargeant explains the challenges of translating laboratory findings to human applications, given the complexity of human biochemistry. He breaks down the latest research on how lifestyle interventions like exercise, intermittent fasting, and...
2025-06-0320 min
A Window On SAHMRIAt the Heart of It | Professor Peter PsaltisProfessor Peter Psaltis is a leading cardiologist, SAHMRI’s Deputy Director and Co-Lead of the Lifelong Health theme, where he’s driving research to better detect, prevent and treat Australia’s biggest killer – heart disease. From studying the potential of GLP-1 drugs like Ozempic for heart health, to pioneering work in vascular inflammation and plaque biology, Peter remains wholeheartedly dedicated to furthering his field of research, all while keeping his feet firmly planted in the realities of clinical care. He’s also a proud father of four, an avid gym-goer, and a diehard Port Power fan.
2025-05-0639 min
Quillette CeteraFrom Languishing to Flourishing, Dr. Matthew Iasiello on the Science of Well-BeingMental health isn’t just about avoiding illness—it’s about learning how to thrive. In this episode, mental health researcher Dr. Matthew Iasiello explains the “dual-continuum” model: a framework that sees mental illness and well-being as distinct but connected. With insights from his podcast Researching Happy and his work at SAHMRI and Be Well Co, Matt joins Zoe to unpack the idea of languishing, why we need better ways to measure well-being, and how culture shapes our mental health. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2025-04-2757 min
A Window On SAHMRIPublic Health Pioneer | Professor Caroline MillerProfessor Caroline Miller is a behavioural scientist and long-time champion of disease prevention, leading the charge at SAHMRI’s Health Policy Centre. She also serves as SAHMRI’s Chief Operating Officer, helping to steer day-to-day operations.She’s at the coal face of translating research into health policy, most recently playing a key role in shaping Australia’s approach to vaping reform.From tobacco control to obesity prevention and cancer screening, Caroline’s work has influenced some of Australia’s biggest public health wins — but there’s still a long way to go and she loves a challenge!
2025-04-0731 min
A Window On SAHMRIThe Quiet Achievers Powering Patient Care | Chady Barkil & Dr Ed RobinsEver had a PET scan? Well, it wouldn't have been possible without the use of radiopharmaceuticals, unique agents engineered to detect and treat disease. Chady Barkil, Director of SAHMRI’s Molecular Imaging and Therapy Research Unit (MITRU), and Dr Ed Robins, Head of Research and Development, are leading the development and innovation of radiopharmaceuticals in South Australia. Operated by a team of talented radiochemists, MITRU's 'cyclotron' nuclear particle accelerator produces radiotracers on a daily basis, powering scans in clinics locally and across the nation. Always looking for the next big thing, Ed and Chady juggle th...
2025-03-0535 min
Mornings with Graeme GoodingsWorld Cancer DayGraeme Goodings speaks with Dr Courtney Cross, Veronika Sacco Clinical Cancer Research Fellow at SAHMRI and the University of Adelaide, and Breast cancer survivor Jan-Maree Wauer about World Cancer Day and SAHMRI recruiting for a trial. Listen live on the FIVEAA Player. Follow us on Facebook, X and Instagram.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2025-02-0409 min
A Window On SAHMRICuring Chronic Myeloid Leukaemia | Professor Tim Hughes
Professor Tim Hughes is an internationally renowned haematologist and cancer researcher.
He's led many key global and national trials throughout his extensive career, perhaps most notably being heavily involved in the testing of Asciminib, a modern tyrosine kinase inhibitor capable of reducing the burden of disease in chronic myeloid leukaemia (CML) to zero, and in some cases, allowing patients to live in treatment-free remission.
Tim is also an avid hiker, having summited both Mount Kilimanjaro in Tanzania and Annapurna in Nepal to raise money for CML research through Climb for a Cure.
2025-02-0328 min
Physio Network[Physio Discussed] Pain management in practice with Dr Lorimer Moseley and Dr Tasha StantonIn this episode, we discuss pain science and all of its complexities. We explore: The definition of pain and chronic painPain in total knee replacement recoveryPatient and therapist expectations and their role in painPerception and awareness in painLanguage and visualisation strategies and resources in painSpinal painRole of pain in knee OAImportance of education in pain management👉🏻 Try Masterclass for free for 7 days here now - https://physio.network/masterclass-moseleystantonProfessor Lorimer Moseley is a Bradley Distinguished Professor at the University of South Australia. He is interested in pain and other pr...
2025-01-1552 minMornings with Graeme GoodingsProf Caroline Miller, SAHMRIGraeme Goodings speaks with Prof Caroline Miller, Director of the Health Policy Centre, SAHMRI on the impact of warning labels on peoples choices of sugary drinks. Listen live on the FIVEAA Player. Follow us on Facebook, X and Instagram.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2024-12-0611 min
A Window On SAHMRILeading SAHMRI's Next Chapter | Professor Maria MakridesHaving led a highly impactful career in nutrition research and headed the SAHMRI Women and Kids theme for many years, Professor Maria Makrides took the helm as SAHMRI's Executive Director in 2023.
Professor Makrides list of accolades includes being awarded SA's Scientist of the Year for her extensive research around omega-3 fatty acids, which resulted in the world-leading 'Test and Treat' program, measuring omega-3 levels in pregnant women to reduce the risk of preterm birth.
Deeply passionate about cultivating a unique culture and refined focus at SAHMRI, Professor Makrides is leading our mission to deliver translational research with tangible impact...
2024-12-0336 min
Evenings with Matthew PantelisDiabetes feet dayMatthew Pantelis speaks with Saraid Martin, Podiatrist and program coordinator at SAHMRI on diabetes feet day. Listen live on the FIVEAA Player. Follow us on Facebook, X and Instagram.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2024-11-1209 minEvenings with Matthew PantelisOngoing health problems from long CovidMatthew Pantelis speaks with Prof David Lynn, Prof of Systems Immunology at SAHMRI and Flinders University about ongoing health damage caused by long Covid. Listen live on the FIVEAA Player. Follow us on Facebook, X and Instagram.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2024-11-0109 minEvenings with Matthew PantelisWorld Sight DayMatthew Pantelis speaks with Dominique Birbeck, Researcher and Optometrist, SAHMRI in the studio discussing world sight day and how to look after your eyes. Listen live on the FIVEAA Player. Follow us on Facebook, X and Instagram.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2024-10-1009 min
A Window On SAHMRII Owe My Life to Cancer Research | Joanne Dart & Professor David YeungSAHMRI employee and leukaemia survivor, Joanne Dart, sits down with her treating physician and SAHMRI colleague, Professor David Yeung to share her inspiring story.
There were no warning signs leading up to Jo's shock acute lymphoblastic leukaemia diagnosis in 2010. At the age of 44 she was forced to drop everything and spend four harrowing months in hospital.
Jo was one Professor Yeung's first patients, and the two still have a connection to this day.
Working in a clinicial role at the RAH and researcher at SAHMRI gives David a dual lens through which to focus on improving treatment efficacy while...
2024-09-3032 minEvenings with Matthew PantelisProstate CancerMatthew Pantelis speaks with Professor Lisa Butler, Lead, Prostate Cancer Research Group and Jacob Truong, PhD student, SAHMRI in the studio discussing world cancer research day and prostate cancer. Listen live on the FIVEAA Player. Follow us on Facebook, X and Instagram.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2024-09-2413 minEvenings with Matthew PantelisToddler foodMatthew Pantelis speaks with Dr Merryn Netting, Paediatric Dietitian and Research Fellow, SAHMRI on the push to overhaul foods for toddlers with high sugar content. Listen live on the FIVEAA Player. Follow us on Facebook, X and Instagram.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2024-09-1107 min
JAR Inside the Research PodcastThe Power of Message Framing: Boosting Health Campaigns Through Strategic AdvertisingIn this episode, Alicia Barker, Senior Marketing Scientist at the Ehrenberg-Bass Institute, interviews Celine Northcott, a Research Fellow at the South Australian Health and Medical Research Institute (SAHMRI), about her latest research paper titled "How Message Framing and Visual Cues Drive Health-Related Ad Effectiveness: Consumer Response to Social and Mass Media Promotion for Pregnancy Screening Programs.” Co-authored with Philippa Middleton, Maria Makrides, and Lucy Simmonds, the study explores how different message framing and visual cues in health-related advertising can impact consumer behavior, particularly in promoting omega-3 screening pro...
2024-09-0220 min
A Window On SAHMRIA Career in Children's Cancer | Professor Deb WhiteProfessor Deb White is the Precision Cancer Medicine Theme Leader at SAHMRI and a renowned veteran of blood cancer research.
Leukaemia is the most common childhood cancer and Deb has dedicated much of her career to trying to improve outcomes for children and their families.
She has two sons of her own, one studying medicine and another who she has the opportunity to work alongside in haematology.
In her limited spare time Deb is a big reader and likes to unwind with a book that doesn't make her brain work too hard.
2024-09-0228 min
Aboriginal WaySA Voice updateAW spoke to Voice representative Douglas Clinch Jr about his experience and early expectations in regards to the inaugural SA Voice to Parliament.
Born and raised in the southern suburbs of Adelaide on
Kaurna Country, Mr Clinch has worked in the Aboriginal community sector for over 30 years, including his current role as chair of Neporendi Aboriginal Forum Incorporated.
At time of interview, he was working as a project officer in
the Attorney Generals department and also credits his time working in the Wardliparingga unit at the South
Australian Health and Medical Research Institute (SAHMRI) as...
2024-08-2126 min
Hacking HealthEpisode 20 – Being in Person and its Impacts on Health and Patient Compliance with Dr Fiona KerrIn this episode, we welcome back one of our most popular
guests, Dr Fiona Kerr, Founder of The NeuroTech Institute, and FocusNTI Consulting, joins Sarah Bartholomeusz to delve into what happens when we are face-to-face and the impacts it has on health and decision-making. Combining qualifications in systems engineering, cognitive science, psychology and anthropology with nearly 40 years in industry, Dr Kerr is globally recognised for her work on the cognitive science of both human-human and human-technology interaction, and how this informs practice.
Of particular relevance to this audience this includes work with medical practitioners; technology companies, governments...
2024-08-0734 min
A Window On SAHMRIOn the PhD Path | Joyce MugabushakaJoyce Mugabushaka is a first-generation Australian whose family fled civil conflict in the Congo in the mid 90’s, eventually settling in Adelaide.
It was watching science themed kids TV shows that first sparked Joyce’s interest in research, leading her on the path to wearing in a lab coat as a PhD Candidate
within SAHMRI’s Precision Cancer Medicine theme.
Joyce’s research primarily focuses on studying the disrupted gut bacteria of Acute Lymphoblastic Leukaemia (ALL) survivors caused by chemotherapy and assessing long term health impacts.
In her spare time, she volunteers as an Event...
2024-07-3132 minEvenings with Matthew PantelisPainMatthew Pantelis speaks with Prof Stuart Brierley, Director of the Visceral Pain Research Group, SAHMRI about pain during National Pain week. Listen live on the FIVEAA Player. Follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2024-07-2410 min
Paolo Gallo - Why NotRicercatrice ad Adelaide, con Ilaria PaganiCari amici di Why Not, ecco la storia di Ilaria Pagani, ricercatrice biomedica ad Adelaide. Ilaria e' originaria di un piccolo paesino della provincia di Varese, Corgeno.Dopo aver vissuto per tre anni tra Inghilterra, Roma e di nuovo Varese, si e' trasferita in Australia dieci anni fa per lavorare in un nuovissimo centro di ricerca ad Adelaide, il SAHMRI. Quella che doveva essere un'esperienza di sei mesi, si e' trasformata in una nuova vita ricca di soddisfazioni e opportunita'.Nonostante l'inizio non sia stato dei piu' semplici, con coraggio e determinazione Ilaria ha ottenuto da poco l...
2024-07-1651 minEvenings with Matthew PantelisDiabetesMatthew Pantelis speaks with Prof Leonie Heilbronn, Obesity and Metabolism Group Leader at SAHMRI about National Diabetes Week and a clinical trial they’re running. Listen live on the FIVEAA Player. Follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2024-07-1509 min
A Window On SAHMRIWorking For Community | Matthew Kemsley
Matthew Kemsley is a Yamatji Malgana man whose family comes from Shark Bay, Western Australia.
Matthew's grandfather was a member of the stolen generation, and Matthew himself was raised on the Central Coast of New South Wales.
Matthew is a Project Officer working on Wardliparingga's South Australian Aboriginal Diabetes-related Foot Disease Program - Walk Strong, Walk Tall, improving the prevention and management of diabetes-related foot disease and amputation for Aboriginal people in rural and remote South Australia.
He's also a father of two, with a passion for the full picture of health and providing culturally appropriate healthcare.
2024-06-3031 min
A Window On SAHMRIMaking Moves in Myeloma | Dr Krzysztof Mrozik
Treatment side effects and disease relapse make myeloma one the most challenging forms of cancer to manage, reducing quality of life and overall survival.
Dr Krzysztof Mrozik has made it his mission to improve drug delivery to sites of cancer, aiming to improve the effectiveness of therapy while limiting overall damage to the body.
Dr Mrozik is also a husband, a father of two an Arsenal fan and a keen fisherman.
2024-06-0335 min
A Window On SAHMRIHope for Heart Health | Associate Professor Christina BursillA/Prof Christina Bursill is a vascular biologist and Co-director of SAHMRI's Vascular Research Centre.
Her career is dedicated to the detection, prevention and treatment of cardiovascular disease.
She's also a mother and continues to compete at a high level in rowing, having once contended for selection on the Australian Olympic team.
2024-04-3034 min
The MTPConnect PodcastFrom Mines to Medicines - Australia Poised for a Radiopharmaceuticals RevolutionRadiopharmaceuticals are precision nuclear medicines used for medical imaging and treatment that allow doctors to diagnose and deliver targeted therapies for diseases such as cancer. A new discussion paper from MTPConnect, ‘From Mines to Medicines. Australia’s Radiopharmaceuticals Future’ reveals how Australia is ready to play a leading role in the rise of the global radiopharmaceutical industry, as advanced therapies drive significant investment and rapid expansion. South Australia is identified as the ideal location to lead the development of Australia’s radiopharmaceuticals future, with end-to-end capabilities – from unique mining assets and a robust research ecosystem through to cutting-edg...
2024-04-241h 58
A Window On SAHMRIConfronting Chronic Pain | Professor Stuart BrierleyChronic pain limits the lives of around three and half million Australians and forces 40% into early retirement.
Conditions like inflammatory bowel disease (IBS) and endometriosis can severely impact quality of life for not just months and years, but decades.
Professor Stuart Brierley, Co-lead of SAHMRI's Lifelong Health Theme and leader of the Visceral Pain Research Group, has dedicated his career to understanding and treating pain.
2024-04-0231 min
A Window On SAHMRIStudying the Cells That Make Us | Dr Julian CarosiDr Julian Carosi is an early-career researcher within Lysosomal Health in Ageing at SAHMRI.
Julian’s research focuses on autophagy, a waste disposal system that helps repair cellular damage and slow biological ageing.
Julian's fascination with problem solving very nearly led him to pursue engineering, but his passion for understanding and improving the health of the human body landed him in science instead.
He's a great example of a young researcher navigating the challenges of establishing a career in his field and life's about to get even busier for Julian, he's a soon to be father.
2024-02-2927 minEvenings with Matthew PantelisFairy breadMatthew Pantelis speaks with dietitian Karen Inge and Director, Health Policy Centre at SAHMRI Prof Caroline Miller on banning fairy bread in school lunch boxes.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2024-02-1312 min
A Window On SAHMRIBeating Blood Cancer | Dr Dan Thomas
Dr Dan Thomas is the leader of SAHMRI's Blood Cancer Program.
Dr Thomas is both a clinical haematologist and pathologist whose goals in research are to develop new drugs for the treatment of rare blood cancers.
His career was set up by 7 years of post-doctoral training at the Stanford School of Medicine under pre-eminent leaders of his field.
The Thomas Lab has a strong track record in finding new druggable targets in cancer and predicting mutations that respond to specific targeted therapies as well as repurposing old drugs for new uses in cancer. Some of the discoveries that Dr...
2024-02-0128 minEvenings with Matthew PantelisVaping increaseProf Caroline Miller, Director of the Health Policy Centre at SAHMRI on the increase in people vaping – 90,000 in the past three months.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2024-01-3106 min
Einstein A Go-GoEnvironmental impacts of food production, sea-bird behaviours, and Retinitis pigmentosaDr Shane is joined this week by EAGG colleague Dr Suzi. As well as science news, the team is joined by an eclectic mix of guests. Dr Michalis Hadjikakou Deakin University, discusses the complex dynamics and varied environmental impacts relating to food production; Olly Dove PhD Candidate University of Tasmania joins Dr Shane to discuss her work regarding foraging behaviour of sea birds; Ashleigh Geiger University of Adelaide & the SAHMRI gene editing program, shares insight into Retinitis pigmentosa (RP). The team also share some science news relating to the connection between marathons and myelin production, and Dr Shane provides...
2023-11-1651 minEvenings with Matthew PantelisWorld Diabetes DayProf Gary Wittert, Endocrinologist and the Director of the Freemason’s Centre for Male Health and Wellbeing at SAHMRI speaks with Matthew Pantelis about diabetes on World Diabetes Day.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2023-11-1413 min
Hacking HealthEpisode 7 – Swapping Chemicals and Reading the Room with Dr Fiona Kerr of The NeuroTech InstituteFor this episode, Dr Fiona Kerr, Founder of The NeuroTech Institute, and FocusNTI Consulting, joins Sarah Bartholomeusz to delve into inter-brain synchrony and the electrochemical fuel connecting humans. Combining qualifications in systems engineering, cognitive science, psychology and anthropology with nearly 40 years in industry, Dr Kerr is globally recognised for her work on the cognitive science of both human-human and human-technology interaction, and how this informs practice. Of particular relevance to this audience this includes work with medical practitioners; technology companies, governments and policy makers on creating sustainable, human-centric healthcare and ageing solutions. Other areas include robotic / bionics; AI design...
2023-11-0131 min
A Window On SAHMRIWomen & Kids Research Veteran | Professor Alice RumboldProfessor Alice Rumbold is SAHMRI's Women & Kids Theme Leader, a mother of two and a keen musician.
A veteran of pregnancy health and Aboriginal health research, Alice's work continues to make a significant impact in improving the lives of women and children and part of her focus is now mentoring the next generation.
2023-11-0125 min
A Window On SAHMRIWorking For Wellbeing | Be Well CoJoep Van Agteren, Monique Newberry and Matthew Iasiello are a trio of people dedicated to building community wellbeing through the practical application of research innovation.
They've each experienced their own mental health struggles throughout their lives and have been inspired to create a toolkit that can be used by anyone to proactively build wellbeing.
Together they lead the team behind Be Well Co, SAHMRI's first spin-out company, translating mental health research into practical interventions aimed at helping people cultivate awareness and happiness.
Building Be Well Co from the ground up has been a...
2023-10-0130 min
A Window On SAHMRIPersevering Prostate Cancer Research | PhD Graduate Julia ScottJulia Scott is an expert in hormone driven cancer and has spent the past four years completing her PhD, focusing on cell metabolism in prostate cancer.
Julia's been striving towards being a scientist since developing a passion for discovery in school. She's also an avid amateur athlete who's always looking for a new puzzle to solve.
2023-08-3024 minA Window On SAHMRIChild Nutrition Champion | Dr Najma Moumin
Dr Najma Moumin was born in Somalia and grew up in Canada after immigrating with her family to escape the Somali Civil War. Now living in Australia, Najma is a registered nutritionist and researcher within SAHMRI's Women and Kids Theme.
Her research centres around sourcing critical information relevant to public health policy, such as the prevalence of food allergy, breastfeeding rates and use of breastmilk substitutes, and the nutritional adequacy of contemporary diets. She also loves going to comedy gigs and latin dance!
2023-07-2926 min
A Window On SAHMRIDefying Dementia | Dr Andrew ShoubridgeDr Andrew Shoubridge is an early career postdoctoral researcher in microbiology and neurobiology. He was also awarded the honour of becoming SAHMRI's inaugural BRIGHT Accelerator and is currently using some of the funds raised by the community during the 2022 BRIGHT Walk to conduct a unique dementia research project.
2023-07-0428 min
A Window On SAHMRIEnding Endometriosis | Dr Joel CastroFor the 1 in 10 women who live with endometriosis, the pain can be excruciating and relentless.
All too often, endometriosis has life-changing consequences, with 50% of cases leaving women infertile. Surgery is the only way to remove the painful abdominal growths, but they often return and need further operations.
Dr Joel Castro is the Head of Endometriosis Research in SAHMRI's Visceral Pain Group and his team is determined to find non-invasive ways to control the pain and drastically reduce the symptoms of endometriosis.
It's a personal crusade for Joel, who has multiple family members living with the disease.
2023-05-3024 min
A Window On SAHMRILeukaemia Leader | Dr Elyse PageDr Elyse Page is a post-doctoral researcher with the leukaemia research group at SAHMRI.
Her research centres on investigating new driver genes and finding novel therapies for children with acute lymphoblastic leukaemia (ALL).
Experiencing her father's blood cancer journey set Elyse on the path to becoming the researcher she is today.
2023-05-0122 min
A Window On SAHMRIImproving The Lives of Older Australians | Associate Professor Gill CaugheyAssociate Professor Gill Caughey is Associate Director of the Registry of Senior Australians (ROSA) at SAHMRI.
Gill is a pharmacoepidemiologist, a mother of two and a leader of the next generation of aged care researchers.
2023-04-0324 min
A Window On SAHMRIBuilding A Brighter Future in Aboriginal Health | Tina BrodieTina Brodie is a Research Fellow in the Aboriginal Health Equity theme at SAHMRI and she's on the cusp of completing her PhD.
Tina's an Aboriginal woman with connections to the Yawarrawarrka / Yandruwandha, whose traditional lands lie within the Cooper Basin. Her research focuses on enhancing the social and emotional wellbeing of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. Tina grew up around racism and prejudice and is driven by the desire to create a better world for her two children and the Indigenous population of Australia.
2023-02-2824 min
A Window On SAHMRICancer Care Crusader | Dr Hannah WardillDr Hannah Wardill is an early career researcher on a mission to prevent the long-term physical, emotional and economic disadvantages of cancer.
Her work revolves around better understanding the side effects of cancer therapy to improve the wellbeing of people living with and beyond cancer.
She also likes collecting butterflies and she was briefly the top female 3-point shooter in Australia when she played basketball as a teenager!
2023-02-0331 min
A Window On SAHMRIAcute Lymphoblastic Leukaemia Legend | Dr Laura EadieDr Laura Eadie is an award-winning biomedical researcher and the Peter Nelson Leukaemia Research Fellow in SAHMRI's Precision Cancer Medicine Theme.
Laura’s research seeks to pave the way for alternative Acute Lymphoblastic Leukaemia (ALL) therapies that are more effective and have fewer long-term side effects.
She's also presented a Ted Talk advocating for government to support research funding and she's out to debunk the stereotype that scientists aren't fun!
2022-11-1427 min
A Window On SAHMRISolving Spinal Cord Injury | Dr Ryan O'Hare DoigDr Ryan O'Hare Doig, Group Leader of the Neil Sachse Centre for Spinal Cord Injury Research at SAHMRI.
Ryan’s research focuses on bettering scientific understanding of spinal cord injury and developing treatments for those living with SCI.
He's also an avid cyclist.
2022-11-1431 min
A Window On SAHMRIConnecting Communities | Eugene WarriorEugene Warrior is the Senior Engagement and Knowledge Broker within the Aboriginal Health Equity Theme at SAHMRI.
His work is all about connecting the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander community to research and services, ultimately helping to close the gap between Indigenous and non-Indigenous health.
Eugene was born and raised in Adelaide’s north and finds deep meaning and purpose in working to serve the people he knows personally.
He's also a footy enthusiast who can be found coaching at his local club when he's not at work or with his young family.
2022-10-3126 min
A Window On SAHMRIFor Mums & Bubs | Dr Karen BestDr Karen Best is the new Director of SAHMRI Clinical Trials Platform.
Karen's dedicated her career to caring for women and babies, first as a midwife and then as a researcher, playing a major role in developing the world-first omega-3 supplementation program for pregnant women in Adelaide, South Australia.
She's a mother herself and takes every opportunity to promote health for mums.
2022-09-2028 min
A Window On SAHMRIHealthy Ageing Hero | Dr Tim SargeantDr Tim Sargeant is Head of the Lysosomal Health in Ageing Group within SAHMRI's Lifelong Health Theme.
His research is dedicated to helping people live stronger for longer and his team recently invented a world-first blood test to measure healthy ageing in humans.
Tim's also a husband and young father of two with a burning passion to leave a better world for his children and a penchant for astronomy.
2022-09-2026 min
Life StoriesAlexandraA chat with Alexandra Emerson (Cook) about all sorts of things, but mainly her experience with infertility and premature birth, and how faith works in her life. Alexandra is walking 50km in 10 days during September for SAHMRI (South Australian Health and Medical Research Institute) to raise funds for research into preterm babies, her son Darcy having been born 6 weeks early. If you'd like to sponsor her walk, here is a link:https://my.sahmribright.org.au/alexandra-emerson
2021-09-181h 01
Making & Breaking Social PolicyA Model of Care - Aboriginal Prisoner Health in South Australia with Luke CantleyIn this episode, Luke Cantley, Research Associate with SWIRLS at Flinders Uni, talks us through the Model of Care for Aboriginal Prisoner Health and Wellbeing in South Australia. His experiences as a researcher and practitioner in the South Australian Prison systems demonstrate how social policy makes and breaks human service practice (and vice versa).
Follow Luke on Twitter: @luke_cantley
The Model of Care for Aboriginal Prisoner Health and Wellbeing in South Australia by the Wardliparingga Aboriginal Research Unit in the South Australian Health and Medical Research Institute (SAHMRI) can be accessed here: https://www...
2021-07-2357 min
Little Black Book: The Entrepreneur's PodcastThe CEO “Chief Eating Officer” - Greg Hobby – Taylor & Holmes Fine Food CateringGreg Hobby is one of the owners and CEO of Taylor & Holmes. Founded by Greg’s wife Kate, Taylor & Holmes are a fine food catering company that has expanded into cafes and restaurants, with locations at SAHMRI, Flinders Medical Centre and the Bridgewater Mill. Watch the full episode on YouTube here.
2021-03-2442 min
WavelengthTrump v Biden - who will win? A look at the 2020 US election (2 November, 2020)With the announcement of who will win America’s presidential election not far, we try to make sense of the political climate and whether there’s any truth to claims made by Trump about voter fraud. If Biden wins, will Trump actually refuse to leave the White House? Dr David Smith from the United States Studies Centre at the University of Sydney shares his insight into the election and the tactics being used by both nominees. To get the perspective of someone who’s lived in the US, dual-citizen Harrison joined us to share his view of both presidents and wh...
2020-11-0346 min
The Mental Health ShowCurious about you state of mind? Special guest Matthew Iasiello - The Mental Health Show with Mark AistonAre you a little curious about you state of mind? Well Matthew Iasiello has been involved in a brand new online program, that is here top help. Matthew is a researcher at the Wellbeing and Resilience Centre, Lifelong Health, at SAHMRI in South Australia. And he's been behind the research and development of this powerful tool. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2020-09-2226 minAuscast WellbeingCurious about you state of mind? Special guest Matthew Iasiello - The Mental Health Show with Mark AistonAre you a little curious about you state of mind? Well Matthew Iasiello has been involved in a brand new online program, that is here top help. Matthew is a researcher at the Wellbeing and Resilience Centre, Lifelong Health, at SAHMRI in South Australia. And he's been behind the research and development of this powerful tool. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2020-09-2226 min
Insights from Industry LeadersSteve Wesselingh - Executive Director at SAHMRIProfessor Steve Wesselingh is the inaugural Chief Executive Officer at the National Health and Medical Research Council (NHMRC) and is the former Executive Director of the South Australian Health and Medical Research Institute (SAHMRI).
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2020-09-1510 min
Our State - South Australia03/08/20 - 146 - Smoking and COVID-19The global COVID-19 pandemic is having a profound effect on the lives of people all over the world. Current evidence suggests that smoking is significantly associated with increased severity of the virus if contracted. There has never been a better time to quit smoking for good and there is help available in SA to achieve this goal. Clinton Cenko, Manager Tobacco Control Unit at DASSA, and Dr Jacquie Bowden, Deputy Director of the Health Policy Centre SAHMRI, discuss this issue on this week's Our State.
2020-08-0227 min
The Uni Verse PodcastPostgraduate? Spark a New Path!This week Peta chats to PhD student Ashleigh Geiger about her undergraduate music studies, and how that led her to a Master of Philosophy in Medical Science! Find out more about her experience on trying something new and uncovering a new passion. Note: SAHMRI is the South Australian Health and Medical Research Institute See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2020-06-2114 min
Young Blood - Men’s Mental HealthClosing the Gap On Indigenous Health | Stephen HarfieldStephen Harfield dropped into the studio to break down the issues surrounding indigenous health.
He’s spent his career so far working to improve access to health services for indigenous people and close the gap between indigenous and non-indigenous rates of mental and physical illness.
Stephen has been a researcher at the Health Department of SA Aboriginal Health Division and is currently a Research Fellow at the Wardliparingga Aboriginal Research Unit at SAHMRI.
He has some insightful points to make about the impact of racism on health and tells the story of how his experience of growing up shaped his pa...
2019-09-2552 min
Aboriginal WayLester Irabinna Rigney On Children's Voices In TreatyOn today's program, we speak to Professor Lester Irabinna Rigney after a forum held at SAHMRI on the theme of this year's NAIDOC Week - Voice Treaty Truth.
Professor Rigney is a researcher who is investigating the rights of the child, looking at different ways we can improve the disparities between Aboriginal Children and non-Aboriginal Children. He says that Australia has 'educational amnesia' and that we urgently need to develop a culturally responsive schooling that recognises the knowledge and intelligence that all children bring to school.
He argues that Aboriginal children should have a direct voice in the development of...
2019-07-1815 min
Your Life Designed Podcast - Learn, Grow, Develop and Design Your Life - With Laura Carrocci82 - Sitting still and owning up to the BS you tell yourselfSo 3 weeks in a leg brace ...
If you know me you have probably heard me say, "you would have to strap me to a bed and sedate me in order to stop me walking and training every day."
What has come up in the last few weeks is all the fear underneath the constant moving that I tend to do.
Sure I meditate (at 4am before I get up and start moving), I contemplate (while I hike or swim), I sit down to eat (most of the time).
But I have know for a very long time that I have...
2019-05-2124 minYour Life Designed - Learn, Grow, Develop and Design Your Life - With Laura Carrocci82 - Sitting still and owning up to the BS you tell yourselfSo 3 weeks in a leg brace ...
If you know me you have probably heard me say, "you would have to strap me to a bed and sedate me in order to stop me walking and training every day."
What has come up in the last few weeks is all the fear underneath the constant moving that I tend to do.
Sure I meditate (at 4am before I get up and start moving), I contemplate (while I hike or swim), I sit down to eat (most of the time).
But I have know for a very long time that I have...
2019-05-2124 min
Making Positive Psychology WorkCan You Help A System Flourish? with Gabrielle KellyGabrielle Kelly is the SAHMRI Wellbeing and Resilience Centre's inaugural director. Gabe is a filmmaker, digital media executive, social entrepreneur and strategist, who has worked on human behaviour and systems change in a range of settings, including the groundbreaking Adelaide Thinkers in Residence Programme, where she commissioned and led the residency of professor Martin Seligman in South Australia in an effort to build mental wellbeing and resilience and reduce mental illness at a societal level. In this conversation, Gabe takes us inside the amazing work being done across the state of South Australia to help an entire p...
2017-11-2332 min