News & events
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Latest news
The ACT RNA Club hosted the Canberra RNA Emerging Leaders Symposium on 24 August 2026, bringing together 60+ researchers from ANU, UC and CSIRO to showcase innovative RNA research, network and exchange ideas. The event featured rapid-fire presentations, an expert panel on IP and patenting, and recognition of outstanding researchers, with generous support from the symposium’s sponsors.
Congratulations to Emeritus Professor Trevor Lamb on this outstanding achievement.
The ACT RNA Club hosted Dr Andre Hakles and Stephan Prodic, showcasing new advances in RNA research and emerging technologies. An SDCRI-sponsored lunch connected PhD students and ECRs with the speakers to discuss research and career opportunities.
Upcoming events
18 September 2026 SDCRI’s first Work-In-Progress Research Clinic
An opportunity to troubleshoot challenges, share new ideas and discuss preliminary results outside of your lab but in a less formal setting than a full seminar.
22 September 2026 ACT RNA Club Seminar Series
An opportunity to learn the latest RNA research updates conducted in Australia and to connect with invited speakers and local RNA Community, through the seminar and networking events. Additionally, an SDCRI-sponsored networking lunch with the invited speakers is available for a limited number of PhD students and early career researchers
Medical Research to Impact,
The workshop will explore how research ideas can be developed beyond the laboratory, including how to recognise translation potential, consider end-users and partners, and understand the early steps involved before commercialisation.This workshop will be delivered in collaboration with the Canberra Innovation Network (CBRIN) and the ANU Commercialisation team. It will also include a fireside conversation with Professor Tim Hirst, Chairman and CEO of GPN Vaccines, who will share insights from his experience taking medical research discovery towards commercial and clinical impact.
Event series
The Clinical Hub for Interventional Research (CHOIR) Clinical Trial Speaker Series take place in the Finkel Lecture Theatre.
Discover cutting-edge research and insights at the JCSMR Director's Seminar Series. Join us for engaging events with top scientists and researchers.. Presentations take place on Friday afternoons at 12 pm in The Finkel Lecture Theatre
Explore the latest in medical research at the Special School Seminar Series. Engage with leading experts and innovative scientific discoveries.