Celebrating cancer research at Flinders
Flinders Foundation supports researchers at Flinders with funding to make the next discovery in cancer treatment and care.
Cancer is one of the leading causes of death worldwide. At Flinders, more than 2,500 people are diagnosed with cancer each year. In all, the Flinders Medical Centre provides in excess of 45,000 cancer-related appointments annually.
The biggest improvements and developments in cancer treatment and care have only been made possible through research. Researchers know the next breakthrough might be just around the corner. Often, the only thing stopping them is funding.
Through the generosity of individuals and organisations in the community, Flinders Foundation is currently funding more than 30 cancer research projects focused on making a difference for people affected by a range of cancer types.
Learn more about some of the projects below.
Flinders cancer research projects
Introducing Brett Stringer – Brain Cancer Research Fellowship
Funds were raised by those who attended the 2019 Pink Yellow Blue Ball and SAPOL’s Ride Like Crazy cycling event, and generous donations from Sarah Constructions and supporters in the community. Read More
Improving digital cancer care resources for disadvantaged populations
In Australia, people living with socioeconomic disadvantage, and those living rurally can face challenges with digital technologies, including accessibility, affordability, and education. Read More
Improving immunotherapy for ovarian cancer
New research at Flinders will address the urgent need for improved treatments for ovarian cancer. Read More
Exploring new treatments for aggressive blood cancers
New research at Flinders is focused on finding more effective treatment options for people with three aggressive forms of blood cancer. Read More
Improving quality of life for patients with prostate cancer
Flinders University researchers are aiming to improve the outcomes for patients with prostate cancer by introducing routine quality of life assessments and breaking down barriers to treatment. Read More
New scholarship for prostate cancer research
A new Master of Surgery (MSurg) scholarship dedicated to prostate cancer research will expand clinical prostate cancer research capacity at Flinders University. Read More
Exploring a new treatment for multiple myeloma
A Flinders Foundation Cancer Seed Grant will fund leading research into an entirely new approach to treating a deadly form of blood cancer. Read More
New hope for advanced prostate cancer treatment
Researchers at Flinders University have been awarded a Flinders Foundation Cancer Seed Grant to investigate a potentially ‘game-changing’ new treatment for people with prostate cancer. Read More
Giving hope to people with brain cancer
Often, by the time a person is diagnosed with brain cancer, it’s too late to cure them. It’s typically only when the cancer has progressed to a stage that it causes physical symptoms, like blurred vision, slurred speech or a lack of balance, that a person seeks medical attention. Read More
PhD Scholarships awarded
thanks to Flinders Foundation and the Volunteer Service for Flinders Medical Centre two of Flinders University’s brightest students are preparing to embark on exciting new research. Read More
The impact of cell metabolism on DNA repair in cancer
The accumulation of unrepaired and mis-repaired DNA damage can lead to cancer development. Read More
Improving the accuracy of prostate tumour grading
New research at Flinders aims to reduce the margin for error in the grading of prostate tumours. Read More
Creating 3D ‘mini tumours’ to personalise mesothelioma treatment
Pleural mesothelioma is a devastating cancer arising in the cells that line the lungs and chest wall. Most commonly caused by asbestos exposure, pleural mesothelioma has an extremely poor prognosis. Even with treatment, most patients die within two years of being diagnosed. Read More
Ralph Ernst PhD Scholarship in Prostate Cancer Research Announced
A grateful patient, treated only briefly at Flinders more than three decades ago, is providing a long-lasting legacy by helping researchers to develop new treatments for men with incurable, metastatic prostate cancer. Read More
Making immunotherapy more effective in prostate cancer
Immunotherapies have revolutionised the treatment of certain cancer types but have been largely unsuccessful in prostate cancer, despite many clinical trials. Read More
The Ryan Hodges Scholarship in Precision Dosing
The Ryan Hodges Scholarship in Precision Dosing has been established in memory of Ryan, who passed away in October 2021. Read More
Jane’s Wish – the Jane Watson Ramsey PhD Scholarship in Multiple Myeloma Research
Ali Habib, recipient of the inaugural Jane Watson Ramsey PhD Scholarship in Multiple Myeloma Research, says Jane and Bill’s generosity is providing him with the opportunity to make a difference for people living with the incurable disease. Read More
Focus on enzymes for positive change
Promising Flinders studies could identify new treatment options for men with advanced prostate cancer. Read More
‘Gutsy’ Ride for Cancer Research
Two generous individuals who tandem-cycled 3072 kilometres from Perth to Adelaide over 32 consecutive days, are helping Flinders cancer researchers in their quest to see patients with oesophageal and gastric cancers live longer. Read More
Stopping colorectal cancer in its tracks
A Flinders Foundation Health Seed Grant will help researchers create a non-invasive screening tool to better detect pre-cancerous lesions and prevent people from developing colorectal cancer. Read More
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