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Professor Nadia Rosenthal on Key Issues in Regenerative Medicine
The Australian Regenerative Medicine Institute (ARMI) was honoured to welcome back our founding director, Professor Nadia Rosenthal, for an inspiring presentation titled “Forever Young: Unlocking the Science Behind Regenerative Medicine.” The visit marked a celebratory return for Professor Rosenthal, who now serves as the Scientific Director of The Jackson Laboratory in the United States. Professor […]
ARMI Welcomes New Group Leader A/Prof Fabrice Jaffré
The Australian Regenerative Medicine Institute (ARMI) is delighted to welcome Associate Professor Fabrice Jaffré as our newest group leader. A/Prof Jaffré brings exceptional expertise in cardiac research and regenerative medicine, strengthening ARMI’s position at the forefront of cardiovascular research. A/Prof Jaffré’s distinguished career began at the Sorbonne University in Paris, where he completed his PhD […]
ARMI Researcher Wins Prestigious Stem Cell Prize for Innovative Muscle Research
ARMI and EMBL Australia researcher Dr William Roman has been awarded the 2024 Metcalf Prize for Stem Cell Research, receiving $60,000 for his groundbreaking work in muscle development and regeneration. The prize, presented by the National Stem Cell Foundation of Australia, recognizes exceptional mid-career stem cell researchers. Based at ARMI’s state-of-the-art facilities at Monash University, […]
Celebrating Oliver Anderson’s Journey As ARMI’s 2024 Social Media Ambassador
The Australian Regenerative Medicine Institute (ARMI) has always recognized the importance of science communication in bridging the gap between researchers and the public. The Social Media Ambassador Program provides a platform for passionate scientists to share their work and experiences with a broader audience. As we bid farewell to our latest ambassador, Oliver Anderson, we […]
From Student to Scientist – Dr Jessica Manneken’s Journey at ARMI
When Dr Jessica Manneken first stepped into the Australian Regenerative Medicine Institute (ARMI) as an undergraduate student in November 2017, she couldn’t have known she was beginning a seven-year journey that would shape her scientific career. What started as a summer scholarship programme has now culminated in a PhD and a position as a postdoctoral […]
From Inspiration to Innovation: Raymond’s UROP Experience at ARMI
As one of the few non-biologists who have participated in the Undergraduate Research Opportunities Program (UROP) program at ARMI, Raymond Zhang brought a unique skillset to match his unique experience as a UROP student. Studying a double degree in Electrical and Computer Systems Engineering and Science (majoring in Physics) at the time, Raymond was inspired […]
Understanding How Real-Life Research Works: Joel’s UROP Journey at ARMI
Embarking on a journey through the Undergraduate Research Opportunities Program (UROP) is a transformative experience for many students, providing a unique blend of academic enrichment and practical experience. For Joel Whitcher, a passionate biomedical science student, UROP offered the perfect opportunity to dive into research that would both complement his studies and ignite his curiosity. […]
Welcome Dr Dianne Ruka- ARMI’s Newest Institute Manager!
ARMI would like to warmly welcome Dr Dianne Ruka who has been recently appointed as Institute Manager! Dianne joins us with extensive experience in the higher education sector, including nine years with Monash University, having previously worked in the role of Centre Manager of the ARC Training Centre for Cell and Tissue Engineering Technologies within […]
ARMI Student Meets Parliament
Dialogue between scientists and policy makers is fundamental in informing our country’s leaders on the latest challenges facing the sector, in supporting funding for research and in ensuring experts are heard when making decisions on important issues. “Science Meets Parliament” is an event where a program of tailored training is delivered “to forge deeper connections […]
Wound healing is a billion dollar drain on the health system – this discovery hopes to plug it
Scientists have uncovered a key step in the wound healing process that becomes disabled in diseases like diabetes and ageing, contributing to a global healthcare cost of managing poorly healing wounds exceeding $250 billion a year. Importantly, the research published in Nature reveals a molecule involved in the healing of tissues that – when injected […]