We are pleased to recognise @minterellison.bsky.social as a returning sponsor of the 2026 AAMRI Convention: aamri.org.au/2026-aamri-c... Thank you to MinterEllison for your continued support of the AAMRI Convention and our community. Learn more: www.minterellison.com #2026AAMRIConvention

We’re pleased to recognise @eppendorf.bsky.social as sponsor of the 2026 AAMRI Rising Star Award Finalists: aamri.org.au/2026-aamri-c... Thank you to Eppendorf for supporting the next generation of Australian medical researchers. Learn more: www.eppendorf.com/au-en/ #2026AAMRIConvention

AAMRI is thrilled to announce the finalists for the 2026 AAMRI Rising Star Award, proudly sponsored by CSL. The award recognises exceptional early-career researchers who are shaping the future of health and medical research in Australia. Learn more about the finalists: aamri.org.au/members/aamr...

We are delighted to recognise dandolopartners as the Innovation Sponsor of the 2026 AAMRI Convention: aamri.org.au/2026-aamri-c... We thank dandolopartners for their contribution to important sector discussions on the future of medical research. Learn more: www.dandolo.com.au #2026AAMRIConvention

We are proud to recognise CSL as a returning sponsor of the 2026 AAMRI Dinner: aamri.org.au/2026-aamri-c... Through supporting the AAMRI Rising Star Award, CSL helps us recognise and celebrate emerging research leaders across Australia. Learn more about CSL: www.csl.com #2026AAMRIConvention

Australia's medical research sector depends on strong science and strong innovation policy. AAMRI has joined 16 leading organisations calling for consultation on proposed changes to the R&D Tax Incentive that could affect Australia's research and innovation pipeline. aamri.org.au/news-events/...

AAMRI joins sector-wide call for consultation on proposed R&D Tax Incentive changes - AAMRI

The Association of Australian Medical Research Institutes (AAMRI) has joined 16 leading organisations from across Australia’s biotechnology, medical technology, research and innovation sectors in call...

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AAMRI WA recently welcomed the launch of the SMARTT Parliamentary Friends Group in Western Australia, bringing together government, research and industry to strengthen collaboration and accelerate translation into real-world impact for health and innovation. Learn more: aamri.org.au/news-events/...

Congratulations to all recipients of the 2026 King’s Birthday Honours. We particularly recognise those affiliated with AAMRI member institutes for their contributions to medical research and their impact across Australia. Read the full list of recipients: aamri.org.au/news-events/...

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AAMRI congratulates all recipients of the 2026 King’s Birthday Honours. We would especially like to recognise those recipients affiliated with our member institutes who were awarded honours for their ...

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Registrations are open for the 2026 AAMRI Convention and Dinner, taking place in Canberra from 12-14 August. A key national gathering for Australia’s medical research leaders to explore the policy, funding and system settings shaping the sector’s future. Register here: aamri.org.au/2026-aamri-c...

A big day for Australia's health and medical research. Today’s MRFF announcement includes $128m to begin supporting indirect research costs for independent medical research institutes, alongside release of the final National Health and Medical Research Strategy. More: aamri.org.au/news-events/...

AAMRI welcomes landmark reforms to strengthen Australia’s health and medical research system - AAMRI

The Association of Australian Medical Research Institutes (AAMRI) has welcomed today’s release of the National Health and Medical Research Strategy and the Government’s announcement of $128 million to...

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The Federal Budget includes a commitment to increase MRFF disbursements to $1B annually by 2030-31. Progress - but sustainability pressures remain for Australia’s medical research institutes. Media release: aamri.org.au/news-events/... Budget analysis: aamri.org.au/resources/fe...

Government takes step forward on MRFF funding - but sustainability pressures remain for medical research institutes - AAMRI

The Association of Australian Medical Research Institutes (AAMRI) has welcomed tonight’s commitment to increase Medical Research Future Fund (MRFF) disbursements, while warning that Australia’s medica...

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Dr Colleen Lewis (CAG member, Centre for Eye Research Australia) lives with macular degeneration and reflects on how medical research has helped preserve her sight and independence. Read more: www.gleninnesexaminer.com.au/story/924196...

I have a vested interest in the future of medical research. You do too

A lot of lives would be saved with more funding into this.

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WA’s health and medical research sector has received a major boost in the 2026 WA Budget, with FHRI Fund forecast expenditure increasing to nearly $350m over the forward estimates. Read more: aamri.org.au/news-events/...

Committing to a healthy and prosperous Western Australia - AAMRI

The Western Australian Chapter of the Association of Australian Medical Research Institutes (AAMRI WA) welcomes additional investment in the 2026 WA State Budget through a major boost to forecast expe...

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Australia’s health and medical research sector is at a crossroads, writes @sahmri.bsky.social Executive Director and AAMRI Board Member Prof Maria Makrides in a new MJA article ahead of the Federal Budget. insightplus.mja.com.au/2026/18/heal... #MedicalResearch #MRFF #NHMRC

Health and medical research sector at a crossroads: a call for action

To ensure long-term resilience, we must protect and re-shape Australia’s world-class research, build the capability and sustainability of the workforce…

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Ready to back your ambition in 2026? 🚀 Career YOU is an online career development program for early to mid-career women and people from underrepresented groups working across Aus health and medical research ecosystem - in both research and professional services roles. www.aamri.org.au/careeryou

Career YOU online development program - AAMRI

AAMRI is rolling out a pilot of Career YOU – a five-module live online career development program Applications are now open: Previously co-designed with our sector and led by Franklin Women, Career YO...

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AAMRI is proud to continue the legacy of Franklin Women through the pilot of two flagship initiatives in 2026 – the Career YOU online development program and Carer’s Scholarship. Learn more: aamri.org.au/news-events/...

AAMRI proudly carries on Franklin Women legacy through equity-focused programs - AAMRI

AAMRI will continue the legacy of Franklin Women through the pilot of two equity-focused career programs supporting carers, underrepresented researchers and professional staff across Australia. Frankl...

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We’re grateful that @mon4kooyong.bsky.social continues to speak up on this issue, helping keep medical research visible in the national conversation. Ahead of the Federal Budget, our ongoing focus remains ensuring the MRFF is fully delivered and continues to support researchers across the country.

Dr Monique Ryan@mon4kooyong.bsky.social · 4mo ago

For months, I have implored the Albanese Government to back the medical research sector by fully disbursing MRFF funds. You can too -- it's not too late. Join my campaign and tell the our federal government that 'Medical Research Matters' - today www.moniqueryan.com.au/medical_rese...

Victoria's independent medical research institutes deliver life-changing breakthroughs from leukaemia drugs to Crohn's implants. Without increased State investment, progress is at risk and hope delayed. ✉️ Take action: www.aamri.org.au/100labcoats #100LabCoats #VicBudget2026

Every coat tells a story. White = breakthroughs Victoria’s independent medical research institutes have delivered Grey = what’s at risk without State investment in 2026/27 Pause. Read. Then act. ✉️ Write to your MP: www.aamri.org.au/100labcoats #100LabCoats #VicBudget2026

We hung 100 empty lab coats outside Victoria’s Parliament House today. Half grey. Half white. Grey = breakthroughs we stand to lose. White = what’s possible with proper investment. Find out why - and how to take action: www.aamri.org.au/100labcoats #100LabCoats #VicBudget2026

“Medical research institutes are a critical part of Australia’s research and health system,” says AAMRI CEO Dr Saraid Billiards. New report shows institutes drive billions in economic value, jobs, and better health. Investing in research = investing in our future. www.aamri.org.au/2026-ROI-Report

NEW REPORT: A new independent report released by AAMRI shows the medical research institute sector delivers: 🧪 $3.90 return per $1 invested 💊 $5.80 per $1 in clinical trials 🏥 $4.07B annual economic benefit A strong system that needs action this Federal Budget. www.aamri.org.au/2026-ROI-Report

Australia's Medical Research Institute's Return on Investment Report 2026 - AAMRI

Australia’s Medical Research Advantage Strengthening our Innovation Economy A new independent report, authored by the Nous Group and released by the Association of Australian Medical Research Institut...

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More than 100 of Australia’s scientific leaders have signed an open letter calling on the Government to unlock the full potential of the MRFF. It made the front page of The Australian today. A clear signal the sector is united - and the stakes are real. aamri.org.au/news-events/...

Australia’s scientific leaders unite to call for full MRFF funding - AAMRI

Australia’s leading medical research and scientific voices have today issued a united call to the Australian Government to unlock the full potential of the Medical Research Future Fund (MRFF), in a po...

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Thank you to @mon4kooyong.bsky.social for continually being an excellent advocate for medical research 👏 We are looking forward to seeing what results in the upcoming Federal Budget this May.

Dr Monique Ryan@mon4kooyong.bsky.social · 5mo ago

It’s true, I have been on a bit of a warpath. #medicalresearchmatters

There’s a lot to welcome in Ambitious Australia, particularly the recognition that Australia’s R&D system isn’t set up for the level of impact we need. The real test will be if that ambition is matched with proper investment, especially in health & medical research. aamri.org.au/news-events/...

Ambition must be matched with investment: AAMRI responds to national R&D reform agenda - AAMRI

The Association of Australian Medical Research Institutes (AAMRI) has welcomed the release of Ambitious Australia, the Strategic Examination of Research and Development (SERD), as a clear signal that ...

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Congratulations to all recipients of the 2026 Australia Day Honours. We would especially like to recognise those recipients affiliated with our member institutes. See the list of recipients recognised and celebrated for contributions in medical research... aamri.org.au/news-events/...

2026 Australia Day Honours recipients - AAMRI

AAMRI congratulates all recipients of Australia Day Honours. In particular, we would like to recognise a number of recipients affiliated with AAMRI member institutes who were awarded honours for their...

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Thank you for your involvement, interest and promotion of Australia’s medical research sector. In 2026, we’ll keep pushing for sustainable funding, while also delivering sector benchmarking and a new 5-year EDI strategy. Wishing you a happy festive break - see you back in early January.

860+ emails have gone to MPs across 130 electorates calling for the full Medical Research Future Fund in the 2026–27 Federal Budget Medical research pays for itself - every $1 returns $3.90 Let it fund tomorrow - share your voice: www.aamri.org.au/mrff #releasethefullmrff

AAMRI WA is excited to welcome Adjunct A/Prof Sandra Bellekom of Ear Science Institute Australia as the new WA Chair, and we thank Prof Jonathan Carapetis AM of @thekidsau.bsky.social for his outstanding leadership as WA's inaugural Chair More at: aamri.org.au/state-chapte...

💪 Thanks to everyone who’s written to their MP calling for the full release of the Medical Research Future Fund - your voices are being heard! 📬600+ emails. 8,000+ contact points. 122 electorates contacted, with every state & territory reached.