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News (2016)
20 December, 2016
2016 Year in Review: July to December
Our review of Burnet’s landmark events and key moments in 2016 continues.
20 December, 2016
2016 Year in Review: January to June
Significant discoveries, exciting events and awards have made this year one of Burnet’s most successful.
20 December, 2016
MDR-TB and malaria focus of $2 million research grant
Menzies and Burnet part of consortium to advance research into MDR-TB and malaria in the region.
16 December, 2016
Lara's learning experience
Sixteen-year-old Lara Davie is spending her last week of school for 2016 in a Burnet laboratory learning about HIV and potential career pathways.
13 December, 2016
Inaccurate reporting creates further stigma for hep C patients
Inaccurate reporting about Australia’s hepatitis C treatment program has created further stigma towards patients.
08 December, 2016
Compulsory drug detention shows higher relapse rates
Compulsory drug detention centres for opioid addiction have higher relapse rates than voluntary centres.
04 December, 2016
Dr Sarah Charnaud is Antarctica-bound
Burnet malaria researcher sets off on inaugural leadership expedition of women scientists.
02 December, 2016
NHMRC grants for Burnet researchers
Burnet researchers have been awarded more than $7.5 million in NHMRC grants and fellowships for 2017.
01 December, 2016
World AIDS Day launch: HIV is still here and it's on the move
HIV has not gone away in Victoria was a key message at today’s Victorian World AIDS Day launch.
01 December, 2016
HIV self-testing a priority
Burnet’s Associate Professor Mark Stoové calls for the introduction of HIV self-testing kits in Australia to increase the rate of HIV testing.
01 December, 2016
Burnet welcomes PrEPX regional expansion
Burnet Institute has welcomed the expansion of the PrEPX study into regional Victoria.
30 November, 2016
Role for Brendan Crabb on Victorian research panel
Burnet’s leader joins new panel to grow Victorian health and medical research.
29 November, 2016
Burnet launches Disease Elimination Strategy
Burnet’s bold, new strategy aims to eliminate four major diseases – HIV, malaria, TB and viral hepatitis.
29 November, 2016
MoU to benefit PNG health
Improved health services for the people of PNG is the goal of Burnet partnership with Oil Search Foundation Limited.
28 November, 2016
HIV and Ageing: The next hurdle
Ahead of World AIDS Day this week, we highlight research underway to improve age-related problems for people living with HIV.
24 November, 2016
Burnet tall poppy scoops three honours
Researcher Dr Michelle Boyle has been honoured for her research into malaria immunology.
18 November, 2016
Dispelling myths about research in international development
A Burnet project in Sri Lanka helps to counter misconceptions about the role of research in international development.
17 November, 2016
Lifetime contribition award to Professor Ian Gust AO
Burnet Institute’s founding Director, Professor Ian Gust AO awarded Research Australia’s prestigious Peter Wills Medal.
13 November, 2016
HMHB a healthcare innovator
Burnet’s Healthy Mothers, Healthy Babies project wins ‘cutting edge’ endorsement for linking patient care with research.
10 November, 2016
Research priorities welcomed
Burnet welcomes the release of the Australian Medical Research and Innovation Priorities as a step forward for health and medical research.
09 November, 2016
Gust Fellowship for Jack Richards
Burnet Laboratory Head Dr Jack Richards is the inaugural winner of a new Burnet Institute award, The Gust Translational Fellowship.
03 November, 2016
Women In Science Appeal
Burnet launches new appeal to highlight and address the female exodus from science and technology.
03 November, 2016
Burnet projects in VicHealth finals
Burnet projects supporting HIV testing and the use of social media to address binge drinking are in the running for the 2016 VicHealth Awards.
27 October, 2016
NHMRC grants for Burnet research
Associate Professor Gilda Tachedjian one of three Burnet researchers awarded NHMRC Research and Early Career Fellowships.
26 October, 2016
2016 Burnet Oration: Equity Through Better Health
Former Governor General Dame Quentin Bryce AD CVO delivered an inspirational 2016 Burnet Oration.
25 October, 2016
Burnet 2020
Burnet announces its ambitious strategic plan to improve the health of vulnerable communities around the world.
24 October, 2016
An end to polio?
On World Polio Day 2016, recent cases in Nigeria represent a setback, but the world is moving closer to eradication.
19 October, 2016
Zika: The New Global Health Threat
Zika’s long-term effects are still unknown says Burnet researchers in the latest IMPACT magazine.
14 October, 2016
AIDS Care honour for Suzanne Crowe
Professor Suzanne Crowe has been honoured by the International Association of Providers of AIDS Care.
13 October, 2016
Call for research where it's most needed
Professors Brendan Crabb and Mike Toole argue for research to be applied where the burden of disease is heaviest.
12 October, 2016
IMPACT: latest edition now out!
Zika virus, HIV and Ageing, Young People in Myanmar and Infectious Disease Modelling feature in our latest IMPACT magazine.
10 October, 2016
New tests expand malaria vaccine horizons
Burnet scientists have used genetically modified malaria to inform the development of a potential vaccine.
07 October, 2016
Myanmar trek drawing near
A commemorative trek to raise funds to assist Burnet’s work in maternal and child health in Myanmar has been officially launched.
05 October, 2016
Focus on connectivity for early and mid-career researchers
Connectivity and the building of new networks were goals of the 2016 AMREP EMCR Conference.
04 October, 2016
Hep C: Elimination is the Goal
Burnet researchers threw their support behind a new #AustHepCFree campaign launched at the Australasian Viral Hepatitis Conference.
27 September, 2016
New solutions via collaboration
The need for collaboration and novel solutions were important themes of Professor John Haselden’s Burnet Seminar presentation.
21 September, 2016
Farewell to Burnet trailblazer, Melissa Churchill
After 27 years at Burnet, we farewelled one of our longest-serving and groundbreaking HIV researchers.
19 September, 2016
Burnet researchers off to ICTMM2016
Malaria research will be be presented at this week’s International Congress for Tropical Medicine and Malaria.
16 September, 2016
Australia increases contribution to Global Fund to Fight AIDS, TB and Malaria
Burnet Institute warmly welcomes AUD$220 million commitment.
15 September, 2016
Prestigious 2016 Frank Fenner Award for Heidi Drummer
Associate Professor Drummer’s outstanding hepatitis C vaccine research recognised.
14 September, 2016
Burnet malaria researcher wins Georgina Sweet Award
Burnet malaria researcher, Associate Professor Freya Fowkes, has won the prestigious 2016 Georgina Sweet Award.
05 September, 2016
Consider a gift in your will
It’s Include A Charity Week, when you’re encouraged to make a charitable gift in your will. Think about it and make a difference!
05 September, 2016
Influenza: New annual vaccines still required
Burnet Institute virologist Emeritus Professor Gregory Tannock says a universal flu vaccine is still some way off.
31 August, 2016
Take-home naloxone works
On Overdose Awareness Day, the CREIDU Colloquium highlighted the challenges of scaling up naloxone use in Australia.
29 August, 2016
PrEP study proving highly attractive
A Burnet-supported landmark study into pre-exposure prophylaxis is halfway to reaching its recruitment target.
23 August, 2016
What next for Truvada, PrEP?
Despite an initial knock back, Associate Professor Mark Stoové is confident the antiretroviral drug Truvada will be subsidised under the PBS.
23 August, 2016
CREIDU focus on take-home naloxone
The life-saving role of the opioid overdose reversal drug naloxone is a key theme of the 2016 CREIDU Colloquium.
17 August, 2016
Strong interest in Student Night
Burnet’s projects and programs for 2017 were showcased to more than 180 prospective students at AMREP Student Information night.
16 August, 2016
Survey reveals pornography's mixed impacts
Young Australians who view pornography acknowledge there are negatives, but also positives to the practice.
15 August, 2016
Burnet evaluation survey of HIV prevention campaigns
Burnet is evaluating Victorian HIV and STI social marketing initiatives targeting gay and bisexual men.
12 August, 2016
Brendan Crabb named a True Leader
Burnet CEO Professor Brendan Crabb AC has been named one of the Fin Review’s BOSS Magazine’s True Leaders of 2016.
12 August, 2016
Big positives in HIV self-test kits
Australia has an opportunity to lead the world in developing a best practice approach to HIV home testing, according to Associate Professor Mark Stoové.
11 August, 2016
Janet Gare a PNG HIV research pioneer
As the first woman from the PNG Institute of Medical Research to obtain a PhD, Dr Janet Gare has faced many challenges.
09 August, 2016
Travel award winners on the move
Burnet staff will visit Paris, Thailand, Boston, Atlanta and Papua New Guinea as winners of Burnet Travel Awards.
04 August, 2016
Zika impact may be hidden: study
Zika virus' full impact on global health may not become apparent for decades, according to a Burnet Institute review.
29 July, 2016
Ambassador's new insights
Australia’s Ambassador to Zimbabwe, Her Excellency Ms Suzanne McCourt, enjoyed a tour of Burnet’s laboratories on Friday.
28 July, 2016
Victorian hepatitis strategy welcomed
The Victorian Government has set a goal of eliminating hepatitis B and C in Victoria by 2030.
28 July, 2016
360biolabs' key role in cancer research
A Burnet joint initiative is set to play a key role in the development of a novel diagnostic test for metastatic cancer.
28 July, 2016
Burnet diagnostic a Saving Lives At Birth finalist!
Vote TODAY for Burnet’s Neonatal Sepsis diagnostic in the People’s Choice Award.
26 July, 2016
Burnet launches Eliminate Hep C strategy
Four ‘pillars’ of intervention will be needed to achieve elimination - a cornerstone of our innovative strategy.
26 July, 2016
Burnet Institute and ARTES join forces to develop novel hepatitis C vaccine
Our scientists take next step in developing a life-saving vaccine.
26 July, 2016
2020 vision for Hep C elimination
Burnet’s Professor Margaret Hellard has an ambitious vision for the elimination of hepatitis C in Victoria by 2020.
21 July, 2016
International health strategy a positive step
Victoria’s new international health strategy is a step forward for the local economy and global health.
18 July, 2016
Hep C co-EC study showcased at AIDS 2016
Burnet study aimed at eliminating hepatitis C in people who are HIV-positive promoted at AIDS 2016.
15 July, 2016
Imprisonment link to HIV spread
Study finds reducing the incarceration rate of people who inject drugs crucial to preventing the wider spread of HIV, viral hepatitis and TB.
14 July, 2016
Medical Research plan welcomed
Victoria’s leading medical research institutes have welcomed the Victorian Government’s new Health and Medical Research Strategy.
13 July, 2016
Towards an HIV Cure 2016: global strategy released
The International AIDS Society (IAS) has published in Nature Medicine the new strategy ahead of AIDS 2016.
12 July, 2016
AIDS epidemic 'over' in Australia, but HIV demands vigilance
The AIDS epidemic may be ‘over’, but the rate of HIV is still far too high, according to Associate Professor Mark Stoové.
11 July, 2016
Evidence is clear in ANCP workshop
The honing of new skills for the gathering of evidence is the focus of a workshop for overseas-based project staff.
08 July, 2016
Can polio be eradicated from last strongholds in Afghanistan and Pakistan?
Listen to Burnet’s Professor Mike Toole on ABC Radio National.
08 July, 2016
Monash award for Burnet Associate
Burnet Institute Associate Dr Rohan Sweeney awarded the Mollie Holman Medal for Thesis Excellence.
05 July, 2016
From the fruit stall to cosmology and medical research
Dr Ruth Pearson tells ethical job hunters how to build a career in science
01 July, 2016
NHMRC grant to assist hepatitis C research
Professor Margaret Hellard awarded a $1.2million grant for study aimed at reducing the burden of hep C.
01 July, 2016
Burnet diagnostics development part of new multimillion APPRISE partnership
Associate Professor David Anderson and his team are involved in the new CRE.
29 June, 2016
Burnet commits to gender equity
Burnet is stepping up its commitment to gender equity in science through its participation in the Science in Australia Gender Equity (SAGE) Pilot.
28 June, 2016
New pilot project to improve hep B outcomes for at-risk patients
Improved screening of patients at risk of hepatitis B is the aim of a pilot project to reduce the risk of liver cancer.
24 June, 2016
Burnet Institute condolences for China's Jiangsu Province
Burnet offers its sincerest condolences to the people of Jiangsu Province, devastated by a powerful tornado.
21 June, 2016
Village workers lead malaria fight
Dr Sara Canavati reports on the importance of community-level support for the fight against drug resistant malaria in Cambodia.
17 June, 2016
Sexting, Pornography and Australian youth
Average age of first exposure to pornography is 14 years. Dr Megan Lim’s research is highlighted in IMPACT.
10 June, 2016
Burnet welcomes new director
Burnet Institute welcomes the appointment of Leigh Jasper, CEO and Director of Aconex, to our board.
08 June, 2016
HIV researchers meet the community at mHIVE
High numbers of people with HIV prepared to give time for cure research.
07 June, 2016
Daily power blackouts a reality for our scientists in Kokopo
Help support Ruth and her Healthy Mothers, Healthy Babies research team to buy a generator.
03 June, 2016
New insights into autoimmunity
Burnet’s Gugasyan Laboratory is providing new insights into the role of the gene NF-kB1 in keeping inflammation in the body under control.
31 May, 2016
Another maternity waiting home opens in Zimbabwe
Burnet is supporting maternal and child health in the African nation through this innovative project.
30 May, 2016
Australia a potential world leader to eliminate hepatitis C
Burnet welcomes WHO’s ambitious global targets to eliminate hepatitis as a public health threat by 2030.
27 May, 2016
Historic partnership aims to end hep C within a decade
A collaboration between Burnet Institute and The Kirby Institute aims to eliminate the burden of hepatitis C in Australia.
26 May, 2016
Harmful drinking gets personal
Young Australians are responding positively to personalised mobile phone messages to address binge drinking, according to Burnet research.
25 May, 2016
AAS award for David Wilson
Professor David Wilson has dedicated his 2016 Gustav Nossal Medal for Global Health to his research team, partners and stakeholders.
24 May, 2016
Burnet Director's Seminar
‘The Elimination of malaria – Collaboration and Conflict’ was the theme of Professor Ric Price’s Director’s Seminar.
23 May, 2016
Study queries CCTV as drug deal deterrent
Burnet research has cast doubt over the use of CCTV to deter street-based trading and use of ‘ice’ and heroin.
18 May, 2016
Dr Elissa Kennedy wins Gust-McKenzie Medal
Dr Elissa Kennedy has been awarded the prestigious 2016 Gust-McKenzie Medal for her global public health research.
18 May, 2016
2015 Annual Report now available
Burnet Chair, Mr Robert Milne has presented the 2015 Burnet Institute Annual Report at the AGM.
17 May, 2016
Ambassador's case for older women
Australian Ambassador for Women and Girls Natasha Stott Despoja AM has lent her support to Burnet at WD2016.
16 May, 2016
Spotlight on older women at WD2016
The role of older women is the special theme of a Burnet Institute event at Women Deliver 2016 in Copenhagen.
12 May, 2016
IMPACT: Supporting maternal and child health in Zimbabwe
Find out how ‘Action Birth Cards’ and maternal waiting rooms have saved lives through this innovative project.
11 May, 2016
New collaboration to address hepatitis C in Myanmar
Reducing the burden of hepatitis C in Myanmar is the goal of a new Burnet Institute cross-centre collaboration.
10 May, 2016
IMPACT: Myanmar: Poverty, challenges and inspiration
Burnet Chair, Rob Milne takes us on the road in this fascinating account of his first trip to Myanmar.
10 May, 2016
Lancet focus on adolescent health
A new Lancet Commission calls for action and key investments to safeguard the health and wellbeing of adolescents.
09 May, 2016
Birthing kits a Mother's Day gift
Burnet’s Dr Kyu Kyu Than enjoyed a Mother’s Day with a difference, helping to prepare 400 birthing kits bound for India and Vietnam.
06 May, 2016
This Mother's Day spare a thought for mums in PNG
Consider donating to Healthy Mothers, Healthy Babies and bring a smile to their faces.
06 May, 2016
PrEP drug approval welcomed
Approval for the use of the HIV antiretroviral drug Truvada for PrEP in Australia has been welcomed by Associate Professor Mark Stoové.
06 May, 2016
From heartbreak to hope: A personal insight from Kokopo
Ahead of Mother’s Day, Dr Elizabeth Peach reveals the many challenges facing mums and babies in PNG.
05 May, 2016
Commitment to medical research welcomed
Burnet Institute welcomes the Federal Government’s recommitment to the Medical Research Future Fund.
05 May, 2016
Cuts to foreign aid deeply disappointing
The decision by the Federal Government to make further cuts to the Australian aid budget is deeply disappointing.
29 April, 2016
Day of Immunology
Burnet Institute has celebrated the 2016 Day of Immunology by opening our laboratory doors to offer new insights into our immunological research.
25 April, 2016
The quest for a malaria vaccine
On World Malaria Day, Professor James Beeson writes on the importance of continuing the quest for a malaria vaccine.
23 April, 2016
Spotlight on HMHB in Brisbane
Corporate, government and health policy leaders from Queensland have thrown their support behind Burnet’s Healthy Mothers, Healthy Babies program.
21 April, 2016
Burnet, University of PNG forge new ties
Burnet and the the University of Papua New Guinea (UPNG) are set to benefit from a new collaborative partnership.
20 April, 2016
HMHB attracts Principal Supporter
Burnet’s Healthy Mothers, Healthy Babies program has a new Principal Supporter in Bank South Pacific.
18 April, 2016
Rebound warning at malaria symposium
Burnet’s Professor James Beeson tells a symposium malaria will rebound if the gains achieved are taken for granted.
15 April, 2016
Breakthrough antimalarial study
Dr Paul Gilson excited by research suggesting that resistance to the antimalarial Atovaquone can’t spread to the general human population.
15 April, 2016
CSL launches $25m fellowship program
CSL has announced the establishment of a new $25 million fellowship program for early stage and translational research.
13 April, 2016
Burnet hosts Nanjing delegation
Burnet Institute has hosted a high-level delegation from Nanjing in China for discussions on the potential expansion of Burnet’s R&D facilities in Nanjing.
07 April, 2016
Burnet's viceregal celebration
Burnet Institute’s 30th anniversary year has been acknowledged and celebrated at a reception hosted by Burnet’s Patron-in-Chief.
06 April, 2016
Budding scientists tour Burnet laboratories
A group of 11-year-old friends with a keen interest in infectious diseases has enjoyed a tour of Burnet’s laboratories.
05 April, 2016
Burnet welcomes MRFF milestone
The announcement of the expert advisory board is an important step for the Medical Research Future Fund (MRFF) says Professor Brendan Crabb.
04 April, 2016
Lady Potter a Burnet Patron
Burnet Institute is pleased to announce the appointment of Lady Primrose Potter AC as a Patron of the Institute.
31 March, 2016
Young Australians turning away from alcohol
A new study shows young Australians are cutting back on alcohol but older people have been slower to embrace the trend.
24 March, 2016
Obesity, malnutrition an Asia-Pacific 'double burden'
Professor Mike Toole AM highlights the unusual ‘double burden’ of overnutrition in adults and undernutrition in children.
22 March, 2016
Link between TB, poverty explored
The link between poverty and TB was the subject of Professor Brendan Crabb’s address to a World TB Day Seminar.
18 March, 2016
Burnet delegation visiting Myanmar
A delegation led by CEO and Director Professor Brendan Crabb AC has been visiting Burnet’s projects in Myanmar.
15 March, 2016
Launch of Australian TB Caucus
Federal Parliament has thrown its considerable weight behind the elimination of tuberculosis with the launch of the Australian TB Caucus.
11 March, 2016
Call for AOD spending boost
Australia urgently needs to double its investment in alcohol and drug resources, according to Burnet Associate Professor Mark Stoové.
10 March, 2016
Spending shift offers harm reduction benefits
A shift in spending could virtually eliminate HIV-related deaths and new infections among injecting drug users.
08 March, 2016
IWD reflections
On International Women’s Day 2016, Burnet is well placed to address the special needs of women, according to Associate Professor Heidi Drummer.
07 March, 2016
Gender equity Burnet's theme for International Women's Day
Achieving gender equity was the theme of Helen Evans’ address at a function to celebrate International Women’s Day.
04 March, 2016
NHMRC Scholarship for Frances Ampt
Burnet Public Health Registrar and PhD candidate Dr Frances Ampt has been awarded an NHMRC scholarship.
01 March, 2016
Landmark day with listing of hepatitis C drugs on PBS scheme
Australians now have access to new, cheaper HCV cure drugs.
29 February, 2016
Burnet profiled in The Lancet
Burnet Institute and Director and CEO Professor Brendan Crabb have been profiled in the prestigious medical journal, The Lancet.
26 February, 2016
Brendan Quinn a Fulbright Scholar
A prestigious Fulbright Scholarship will enable Dr Brendan Quinn to broaden his research into methamphetamine.
24 February, 2016
Global Fund setting the bar high
The Global Fund to Fight AIDS, Tuberculosis and Malaria has set some ambitious targets that could lead to the saving of millions of lives.
23 February, 2016
Bats offer new clues to immunity
Burnet’s Associate Professor Gilda Tachedjian has a key role in research showing bats can carry lethal diseases but remain unaffected by them.
19 February, 2016
Boost for PNG TB project
Burnet has bolstered its RID-TB project in Papua New Guinea with the appointment of three new field staff, based in Daru.
16 February, 2016
Burnet supports expanded PrEP study
Access to the latest Pre-exposure Prophylaxis (PrEP) HIV prevention treatment is to be expanded in Victoria.
11 February, 2016
First-trimester malaria treatment needs review, study finds
Artemisinins should replace quinine for first-trimester malaria treatment says new study involving Burnet researchers.
10 February, 2016
Mefloquine under scrutiny
The effects of the antimalarial mefloquine have been canvassed by Professor James Beeson for ABC Television’s Lateline program.
05 February, 2016
2016 Sex, Drugs, and Rock‘n’Roll survey is 'live'
Burnet’s annual Sex, Drugs, and Rock‘n’Roll survey is ‘live’ and open for business for young people aged 15-29.
04 February, 2016
PRONTO! expansion welcomed
The integration of a PrEP Clinic and screening for STIs are exciting new initiatives for the PRONTO! peer-led HIV testing service.
02 February, 2016
Report finds gaps in Asia-Pacific sex education
Burnet research has found many young people in Asia-Pacific lack information to manage safe sexual relationships.
02 February, 2016
Research award for Professor Mark Hogarth
Professor Mark Hogarth has been acknowledged by the Rebecca L Cooper Medical Research Foundation.
02 February, 2016
WHO declares Zika a public health threat
The World Health Organization (WHO) has declared the spread of Zika virus disease an “extraordinary event”.
01 February, 2016
Focus on drug-resistant HIV
More stringent monitoring and new drugs are urgently needed to combat drug-resistant strains of HIV, according to Associate Professor Gilda Tachedjian.
27 January, 2016
Maria Myers AC
Burnet Institute Patron Mrs Maria Myers named a Companion in the Order of Australia (AC) in the 2016 Australia Day Honours.
18 January, 2016
Burnet celebrates Midsumma
More than 100,000 people came to Alexandra Gardens for the 2016 Midsumma Carnival.
15 January, 2016
Burnet hosts Vietnam MoH delegation
Burnet Institute has hosted a delegation of senior administrators from the Ministry of Health in Vietnam.
05 January, 2016
World-first project seeks funding
Donations needed to create an online guide to teach young people about pornography and sexting to reduce potential harms.
04 January, 2016
Is Myanmar ready for PrEP?
Research has revealed that if PrEP were available in Myanmar, a large proportion of at-risk HIV-negative men would be willing to take it.
04 January, 2016
TAP Study: A key to hepatitis C elimination
Burnet’s Treatment and Prevention Study targets those at greatest risk of HCV, people who inject drugs.
