New funding for medicines discovery centre The Federal Government has pledged $25 million to ‘turn scientific discoveries into new medicines faster’.
Study finds modifiable risk factors may have impact on dementia A large-scale research project analysing the global burden of dementia places strong emphasis on the importance of preventive healthcare.
Using GP feedback to better support refugee health An academic post and roles as a medical educator gave general practice registrar Dr Timothy Wittick the opportunity to publish his research.
Treating occupational cancers in general practice Even in the face of greater awareness of preventive measures, Australia’s rates of occupational cancers have not declined.
RACGP awards largest education research grant to date The funded project aims to identify and catalogue means of measuring and predicting progress through workplace-based assessments.
Talking sexual health with older patients Dr Sue Malta and her research team want to promote more positive social perceptions of older people’s sexuality, in general practice and beyond.
After years in the doldrums, primary care research is on the national agenda Academic GPs have welcomed the new focus on primary care research in the Medical Research Future Fund’s priority list.
Finding your tribe as a GP and academic How one GP found her way to academic research – and why she loves it.
From general practice registrar to Clinical Dean: A career reflection Associate Professor Justin Tse reflects on how his academic post helped pave the way for a fulfilling career in medicine and academia.
E-chatting about digital health to vulnerable populations Dr Melinda Choy is hoping her research will make a difference.