Monash University School of Clinical Sciences
@SCSMonash
School of Clinical Sciences at Monash Health is a medical school and research centre of excellence, part of @MonashUni
How do you train surgeons during a pandemic? You pivot. Led by Professor Ram Nataraja, the PIVOTS program sends briefcase-sized simulators across the Pacific. 260+ surgeons trained in Fiji, PNG, Solomon Islands & more. Teaches both technical & non-technical surgical skills.…
“Some spruik psychedelics as a panacea. Others are deeply suspicious. I don’t share either view.” Prof Suresh Sandram joined @RadioNational to share the reality behind psychedelic therapy at Australia’s first clinical program. 🎧 bit.ly/3GOHObc Read full story:…
A world-first trial led by @DrKPalmer (@SCSMonash + @MonashHealth) has completed recruitment for fetal growth restriction, targeting a major cause of stillbirth & developmental issues. ◽️338 families ◽️Melatonin therapy ◽️Largest FGR treatment trial globally Prof Palmer:…
Congrats to Prof Richard Kitching on the 2025 APSN Award for Excellence in Basic Science 👏 A leader in autoimmune kidney research at @MonashUni and @MonashHealth, and co-founder of ANZVASC. Read more: bit.ly/4nONbYF #Nephrology #Vasculitis #KidneyResearch…
Women under 45 & over 90 are missing out on key stroke meds. Monash research by Dr @LachlanDalli & Prof Monique Kilkenny (@SCSMonash @MonashVHI) shows critical gender & age inequities in recovery. “These medications are critical for preventing another stroke,” Dr Dalli says.…
Congrats to Dr Agustin Cota Coronado on winning the ISSCR Zhongmei Chen Yong Award at #ISSCR2025 Representing @SCSMonash's Dept of Psychiatry, he presented his brain-on-a-chip stem cell platform, revealing new insights into psychiatric illness and targeted treatments. 🔗Read…
Proud to share this work led by @cpelkas highlighting exciting new treatment developments for #Sjogrens—alongside a concerning lack of diversity in clinical trials. Greater inclusivity is essential @MonashCID @SCSMonash @UniofAdelaide @TQEHofficial sciencedirect.com/science/articl…
New Monash study finds 5:2 intermittent fasting improves weight, blood pressure and insulin resistance in night shift workers. Led by Prof @MaxineBonham from @MonashNutrition with partners from @UniversitySA , @Griffith_Uni, @Deakin and @MonashUni, it’s a flexible option that…
Dr Tamara Yawno-Fegan (@SCSMonash + @Hudson_Research) has received @MonashUni's Advancing Women’s Success Grant. The grant supports researchers with caregiving responsibilities to attend key events, like FNPS in Perth, where she’ll present on new approaches to improving…
As NAIDOC Week ends, we’re proud to spotlight Yorta Yorta researcher Dr Troy Walker’s work (with @DrAyseZ) on co-created, culturally grounded bone health education for Aboriginal communities. Now rolling out across VIC, with national plans ahead. 🔗 Read more:…
New study finds 230,000 cancer deaths have been avoided in 🇦🇺 since the 1980s. “It’s a snowball effect,” says lead author A/Prof Brigid Lynch. Collaboration between @CancerVic @MonashUni @BakerResearchAu @unimelb @UCalgary. Senior author @SCSMonash Adj Prof Roger Milne also…
Big congratulations to our newly promoted academic leaders at @SCSMonash! 👏 Professors @alberta_hoi, @DrKPalmer and @cwonglab 👏 Associate Professors @DrAyseZ, @PFaridi, @SimonAJoosten1, Nicole Kellow, Mary-Ann Davey and Calum Roberts. We’re proud to celebrate an all-woman…
Last chance to enrol for our short course on influencing food retail environments! This course is run in collaboration with @h_food_retail and provides access to world experts, live events and case studies. Starts 31 July. Registration closes 25 July! tinyurl.com/39ncbrv4
A national first for rare disease research. Australia’s new bone marrow failure biobank has launched at @MonashUni, powered by @MaddiesVision. Led by @SCSMonash + @Monash_SPHPM, the AMFB brings data + samples together to fuel discovery. 🔗 Read full story: bit.ly/44li9Qp…
Considering a career in medical research? Join Monash’s Sub-Faculty of Clinical and Molecular Medicine Open Day Information Session. Featuring projects from our school, @Hudson_Research and @MonashVHI, in areas ranging from cancer, cardiovascular & immunology. Hear from top…
First developmental assessments from the world-first #CORDSaFe trial show no high CP risk in treated preterm babies—compared to 7% in controls. A promising safety signal for cord blood cell therapy. 🔗 read the full story : bit.ly/4lg8Xma 📰 read the publication :…
Why are more young adults getting bowel cancer? A team from @Monash_SCS, @MonashHealth & @Cabrinihealth is investigating a possible link between microplastics and early-onset colorectal cancer. The school’s Dr @VigneshNaras: “We’re seeing more young patients without the usual…
We congratulate Professor @EricFMorand on his appointment as a Sir John Monash Distinguished Professor, the highest honour awarded to serving professors at Monash University. Professor Morand’s exceptional contributions to clinical science, rheumatology, and academic leadership…