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Update from the Dean of Education
As our commencing and continuing students start semester 1 over the next few weeks, I’m looking forward to seeing our campuses come alive with student activities and engaging teaching. I’m fortunate enough to have upcoming trips planned to some of our rural and regional sites, including Mt Gambier and Renmark, where I’ll be able to welcome our very first intake of MD students into our South Australian Rural Medical program. The enormous amount of work that has gone into developing and implementing our first end-to-end rural medical program is a credit to all involved, and I look forward to meeting with staff and students at these sites.
I’d also like to take the opportunity to announce the relaunch of the CMPH Learning and Teaching Academy (LTA). Chaired by Helen Anscombe, the LTA will provide a critical structure within which we can consolidate existing and develop new activities for learning and teaching innovation, enrichment, and scholarship. The LTA will become a critical hub of information and support for all staff engaged in education across the college, enabling connections across all of our sites and with our colleagues in all colleges throughout the university. The broader LTA leadership team is now in place, and I can’t wait to see the exciting activities they have planned for 2025!
Dean, Education, College of Medicine and Public Health
Join the 2025 College Retreat: Registrations now open
The College of Medicine and Public Health Retreat will take place on Tuesday 25 and Wednesday 26 March 2025 at the Health and Medical Research Building (HMRB).
This two-day event offers an excellent opportunity for all MPH staff to connect, collaborate, and reflect on shared goals and achievements. The retreat will feature engaging activities, insightful presentations, and meaningful discussions. Further details about presenters, topics, and interactive sessions will be provided soon. In the meantime, staff are encouraged to register attendance to secure their seat. This is a valuable opportunity to participate in an inspiring and productive event.
Congratulations
On February 4th (World Cancer Day), epidemiological and behavioural cancer research from Flinders University was presented at the inaugural Cancer Council SA Research Symposium. Congratulations to all of our speakers, with Alicia Dallisson (honours student) receiving the award for Best Short Presentation, and Maddison Dix (PhD candidate) winning the Audience Choice Award (both from the Bowel Health Service team).
Congratulations to Amy Reynolds and Danny Tsai on receiving funding from The Hospital Research Foundation.
Amy will investigate insomnia and mental health in rural areas, supported by a grant from the Advancing Care and Treatment of Chronic Conditions in Priority Populations program, while Danny is part of a team awarded $1.47 million to improve Indigenous kidney health through better dosing guidelines.
Out and about
Last week, SARM academic, professional, and support staff met in Renmark for orientation and team building, joined virtually by Michal Wozniak, Mt Gambier staff, and incoming academics. The day included an Acknowledgement of Country, team icebreakers, and an overview of the SARM program led by Sophie Hamilton and James Padley. Key highlights included the successful testing of Teams-Room links for seamless remote teaching. With 60 students starting in February, the team left with renewed enthusiasm and commitment to supporting students, staff, and rural communities in this ground-breaking education initiative. Read more on the MPH Blog
HDR Student Alvin Lee Presents at AASLD Liver Meeting
HDR student Alvin Lee recently attended the American Association for the Study of Liver Disease (AASLD) Meeting in San Diego, one of the world’s leading hepatology conferences. He presented his research on a primary-care-led model for managing compensated liver cirrhosis, highlighting the role of Hepatology Nurse Consultants in improving patient care. Alvin’s findings were well-received, and he made valuable connections with global experts. He expressed gratitude to his supervisors— Alan Wigg, Jeyamani Ramachandran, and Kate Muller—and looks forward to applying new insights to his research.
Get to know your College
In her second year of the Northern Territory Medical Program, Keara Mack (pictured centre) reflects on her unique pathway into medicine and the experiences shaping her future. After completing a Bachelor of Nursing, she pursued medicine through the Indigenous Entry Stream, drawn to its commitment to inclusivity and hands-on learning.
Events
Mark your calendars: College Forums resume in March
Join us either in-person or online for our monthly College Forums! Stay tuned to eNews for updates on topics and presenters. Diary bookings will be shared in the coming weeks. Please note that the February forum has been cancelled. Forums will resume in March:
- Wed 12 March
- Tue 8 April
- Wed 14 May
- Wed 4 June
- Thu 3 July
- Tue 5 Aug
- Tue 9 Sep
- Tue 14 Oct
- Tue 18 Nov
Join Bryone Kuss' Farewell
4pm - 6pm, Tuesday 11 February, HMRB, Level 8 Shared Space
CMPH GIDE Seminar: Seminar on Perimenopause/Menopause (online only)
10:30am - 11:30am, Thursday 13 February, Online via Teams
The CMPH Gender, Inclusion, Diversity and Equity (GIDE) Committee invites you to attend a seminar presented by Professor Jayashri Kulkarni AM entitled "Women's Mental Health - Hormones & Trauma". Prof Kulkarni established the HER Centre Australia and the Multidisciplinary Alfred Psychiatry Research Centre (MAPrc). She is also Head of the Department of Psychiatry, School of Translational Medicine (STM), Monash University - Faculty of Medicine, Nursing & Health Sciences.
Australian Research Data Commons (ARDC) Nectar Research Cloud Showcase
11am - 12pm, Monday 24 February, University of Adelaide
The ARDC invites HDRs, EMCRs, researchers, and research support professionals to attend the Nectar Research Cloud Showcase at The University of Adelaide’s North Terrace Campus. Learn about the advantages of cloud computing, new resources for SA, and real-world use cases. Training and support opportunities will also be covered, along with a Q&A session to connect with the ARDC team. For more information, email contact@ardc.edu.au.
HMRB Seminar Sessions: Tuesday 25 February
9:30am - 10:30am, Level 2 Seminar Room 203, HMRB
Gabriela-Oana Bodea from the Queensland Brain Institute presents ‘The role of retrotransposons in brain health and contribution to neurological disease’. All Welcome - seminar sessions are hosted on the final Tuesday of each month in the HMRB.
Unlock the potential of your research with the Research to Value Workshop!
9am - 1:45pm, Tuesday 25 February, Flinders University HMRB, Level 2 Seminar room
Flinders University and Innovation Central Adelaide are hosting CSIRO’s Research to Value workshop on Tuesday, 25 February. This free workshop is perfect for researchers, professional staff, and research teams looking to enhance their innovation and engagement skills.
- Gain a macro perspective on research engagement and impact.
- Discover your motivations for industry engagement.
- Identify industry-relevant aspects of your research.
- Learn to connect effectively with stakeholders.
- Build confidence in communicating your work.
Delivered by CSIRO’s ON Innovation Program team, this workshop offers tools to transform your research into real-world impact. Don’t miss this opportunity to advance your research!
FHMRI Inspiring Leaders Seminar Series: Join us on Wednesday 26 February
12:30pm – 1:45pm, Level 2 Seminar Rooms, Health and Medical Research Building
Join FHMRI Inspiring Leader Seminars to hear international and national research leaders share their career journeys and research highlights. Open to all disciplines, these seminars offer valuable insights for everyone – plus, lunch is provided. Nominate a speaker
- Wed, Feb 26: David MacIntyre: Reproductive Systems Medicine (University of Adelaide). David’s work focuses on understanding how the microbiome influences reproductive health outcomes. He also works on developing diagnostic and predictive tools that can be translated to clinical settings to improve maternal and neonatal health.
- Fri, Mar 21: Nicole Rankin: Evaluation & Implementation Science (University of Melbourne)
- Tues, Jul 1: Lezanne Ooi: Neurodevelopment and neurodegeneration (University of Wollongong
SA Insights: Unleashed: SA's health investment champions share inside scoop
12pm - 1pm, Thursday 27 February, G030 Lecture Theatre, The University of Adelaide
Join leading venture capitalists as they explore investment opportunities in life sciences, medtech, pharma, and biotech. Speakers include Stephanie Morris (Artesian), Josh Garratt (Eastend Ventures), Melissa McBurnie (Brandon Capital), Jo Chaturvedi-Durant (VU Venture Partners), Amelie Slattery (State Development), and Grant Steinberg (AusIndustry).
Fundraising movie night in the HMRB: Friday 28 February
7:30pm (doors open 6pm), Friday 28 February, Health and Medical Research Building
Join us at the HMRB for a fun-filled evening in support of Tour de Cure and Flinders Foundation. Organised by Ash Hopkins, Andrew Rowland, and Jess Logan for the SA Discovery Tour. Tickets include pizza and soft drink, with a movie suitable for all ages. Adults $40, Students $25, Kids $5, Family Pass $80. Can’t attend? Support them with a donation.
Expressions of Interest
EOI: Technical Officer Human Anatomy (Fixed Term for 6 months)
Expressions of interest (EOI) are invited from staff interested in a Technical Officer position within Human Anatomy, in the College of Medicine and Public Health. The full-time role is available on a fixed-term basis for 6 months. Please send EOIs to Andrew Blyth, Senior Manager, Technical Services (Andrew.blyth@flinders.edu.au) before 5pm Friday 14 February, including the following:
- A submission of no more than two pages explaining how your skills and experience will assist you in meeting the Key Position Capabilities.
- A copy of your current CV
- The name and contact details of two referees
An informal interview will be conducted with suitable applicants. Learn more
Join the Consumer and Community Steering Group at FHMRI
FHMRI is seeking researchers to join our Consumer and Community Steering Group (CCSG). This dynamic group plays a pivotal role in shaping our approach to embedding consumer and community involvement in health and medical research. They're seeking researchers with experience working alongside consumers in research settings. Your insights and expertise will contribute to the development, implementation, and evaluation of annual plans that prioritise meaningful consumer and community engagement across FHMRI’s research activities.
If you're passionate about embedding consumer and community voices in research, please express your interest. The Group will meet formally twice a year and participate in various Consumer & Community Involvement activities throughout the year. For more information contact consumers@flinders.edu.au.
Need to know
Several maintenance and improvement projects are underway across campus. Please be aware of the following works and follow all pedestrian and traffic diversions as directed.
- RCD Testing & Test & Tag
- Humanities Road Upgrade
- Campus Bus Changes
- Orientation Preparationon campus
HMRB Wintergarden Flyscreen Works
Flyscreen rectification works in the HMRB Wintergardens will take place from 11–14 February. Contractors will abseil to install new brackets, affecting internal stairs E & F (one at a time), and seating areas beneath (exclusion zones while work is underway). For updates, contact Tina Schultz at 0432 359 859 or hmrb@flinders.edu.au.
Closure of X/Twitter for Flinders University
Please note that as of 24 January, Flinders University has ceased posting on X (formerly Twitter) due to a 50% decline in engagement and no audience growth over the past year. While the X account remains to prevent misuse, all posting and engagement have stopped.
Are you a CMPH researcher? The Library is here to help.
A Research Librarian is available every Tuesday for support with bibliometrics, publishing, ResearchNow, and more. Staff outside Bedford Park can request a 1:1 session via ServiceOne.
- Health Sciences Building (Pay Week) – Room 3.26, Level 3, 9:30am – 11am
- HMRB (Non-Pay Week) – FHMRI-RED/HDR Area, Level 5, 9:30am – 11am
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FHMRI Funding Schemes open now
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2025 Women in Leadership Scholarships – Apply Now If you're a FHMRI member, you may be eligible for a full scholarship in the 2025 Women in Leadership Development (WILD) Program through Brandon BioCatalyst. 17 scholarships available for high-performing women. Valued at $16,000, including AICD Company Directors Course, 12-month AICD membership, Three-day WILD Leadership Retreat, and STEM Board Observership. Applications are merit-based and managed by WILD. Apply now: WILD Program Information |
Tour de Cure Golf and Lunch Fundraiser
Briony Forbes will be riding 350km over 3 days with Tour de Cure. This year we will hold a golf day at Mount Osmond Golf Club! 18 holes of Ambrose golf and lunch, just join for lunch, or donate directly. 8am - 2:30pm, Friday 14 March.
