Over-the-counter supplement could be key to protecting babies' brains

A world-first clinical trial led by Dr Kirsten Palmer and Professor Euan Wallace from the Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology will see women with fetal growth restriction receive daily doses of melatonin to prevent poor neurological outcomes in babies.

Golden Staph could be ‘fooling’ the body in the development of autoimmune disease

A study led by Professor Richard Kitching from the Centre for Inflammatory Diseases has found that the body may be ‘’fooled’’ by a plasmid-derived protein from some types of Staph aureus (golden Staph), resulting in the development of severe autoimmune disease.

Dr Edward Giles awarded Kenneth Rainin Foundation Innovator Award

Congratulations to Dr Edward Giles from the Department of Paediatrics who has been awarded the Kenneth Rainin Foundation Innovator Award. Dr Giles was selected by the Foundation's Board of Directors for his research project 'Novel bacteria as therapeutic candidates in Inflammatory Bowel Disease'.

Position vacant - Hudson Institute

Dr Minni Anko (CRH/CCR) is currently recruiting for a Postdoctoral Scientist (RES Level A) for a 12 month full-time contract.

Get metafit and support stomach cancer research at our Precinct

Metafit is a high-intensity interval training workout. It combines strength training and fat burning cardio in a fun and quick routine. It was introduced to Australia by leading fitness coach Daniel Wilson, and sadly in May he died two months after being diagnosed with stomach cancer aged just 37.

Positions vacant - Monash Health

Research activity across Monash Health is growing and the Research Support Services team is expanding to support the breadth of research activity.

Casual Technical Assistant Position

An opportunity has arisen for a casual (1-2 days) Technical Assistant within the Department of Surgery in the School of Clinical Sciences at Monash Health. This position will support the research activities of the Melbourne Shoulder and Elbow Centre based in Brighton.

Fulbright Specialist Program - EOI

The Fulbright Specialist Program facilitates short-term visits of experienced U.S. academics and professionals to a host institution with the goal of strengthening ties between U.S. and foreign host institutions.

Global Health Innovative Technology (GHIT) Fund Target Research Platform RFP NOW OPEN

The Global Health Innovative Technology (GHIT) Fund is pleased to release the eighth Request for Proposals (RFP) for the Target Research Platform to support the early-stage discovery and development of novel technologies and approaches for new drugs, vaccines, or diagnostics for malaria, tuberculosis, and Neglected Tropical Diseases listed in the GHIT Intent to Apply form.

SCS investigator grant applicants for 2020

As in previous years, SCS will provide support for applicants for the investigator grants scheme and also other Fellowship schemes. The support offered has been well received in the past.

Publications for 23rd July 2019

Optimizing Resources for Endovascular Clot Retrieval for Acute Ischemic Stroke, a Discrete Event Simulation.
Huang S et al published in Frontiers in Neurology

Vertebroplasty and Kyphoplasty for Osteoporotic Vertebral Fractures: What Are the Latest Data?
Chandra R V et al published in American Journal of Neuroradiology

Magnetic resonance imaging based assessment of bone microstructure as a non-invasive alternative to histomorphometry in patients with chronic kidney disease.
Sharma A K et al published in Bone

Publications for 16th July 2019

CT dose reduction factors in the thousands using X-ray phase contrast.
Kitchen M J et al published in Scientific Reports

Circulating concentrations of B group vitamins and urothelial cell carcinoma.
Bassett J K et al published in International Journal of Cancer

 Lupus Low Disease Activity State is Associated with Reduced Direct Healthcare Costs in Patients with Systemic Lupus Erythematosus.
Yeo A L et al published in Arthritis Care & Research 

Need to contact HR but not sure who to speak to?

The HR contacts list details the relevant contacts for all your HR needs - Access HR, Recruitment, HR Business Support, Academic Promotion, and OSP queries. Our HR Business Partners are also available to provide strategic and operational HR support, and are your liaision with HR Centres of Expertise.

Rainbow Lanyards for SCS Staff and Students

They’re back – by popular demand – again! Rainbow lanyards are a visible symbol of support for LGBTIQ members of the Monash community and convey the strong message that Monash University celebrates diversity and supports inclusion.

School of Clinical Sciences Awards for Teaching Excellence

The School of Clinical Sciences value the contributions made by staff towards the teaching and learning of our students. This newly created award recognises teaching excellence and is open to professional, academic, adjunct and teaching associate staff who are involved in the teaching and learning of students within the School of Clinical Sciences.

ECR Mentorship Program - helping early career researchers achieve success

Dr Aimee Dordevic and Dr Xin Du
with their mentors

In 2013, the School of Clinical Sciences established the Early Career Researcher Mentorship Program to provide a support framework for ECR's as they progress in their research and teaching careers. The program, which is currently taking applications for 2019-20, pairs mentees with senior academics, providing them with confidential advice and guidance with career planning.

Monash Haematology presents at the 2019 ISTH meeting

Left to right: Dr Min Sheng Lim, A/Prof
Sanjeev Chunilal, Dr Susan Brown and
Dr Ashwini Bennett

The International Society on Thrombosis and Haemostasis Scientific Meeting (ISTH) scientific meeting is the largest and most prestigious meeting in the field of thrombosis and haemostasis. This year's event was held in Melbourne, with over 5000 delegates attending. Staff from Monash Haematology, in association with colleagues in pharmacy and radiology, presented a total of four oral communications and six posters.

Supporting workers with endometriosis in the workplace

Safe Work Australia has recently released information on supporting women in the workplace with endometriosis; a disease which affects 1 in 10 women, girls and other individuals of reproductive age. The information is part of the 2018 National Action Plan for Endometriosis, which is aimed at increasing awareness of the prevalance and impact of the disease.

VIIN 2019 Young Investigator Symposium - keynote speakers announced!

The VIIN 2019 Young Investigator Symposium will be taking place on Thursday, 10 October 2019 at the Walter and Eliza Hall Institute, Parkville. We are delighted to announce the keynote speakers for the symposium are:

SCS Staff Meeting - DATE CHANGE

Please note that the SCS staff meeting has been moved to Friday 26 July. The location for the meeting has also changed and will now be held in the Monash University Paediatrics Seminar Room, Level 5, Monash Children's Hospital.