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RNA Emerging Leaders Symposium
Monday, 24 Aug 2026
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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.

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Trevor Lamb
Friday, 26 Jun 2026
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Congratulations to Emeritus Professor Trevor Lamb on this outstanding achievement.

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Monday, 15 Jun 2026
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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.

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Dr. Lim
Friday, 15 May 2026
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A new nanoscopy technique developed at ANU has uncovered hidden networks used for communication between cells, opening new ways to understand human diseases.

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NHMRC
Tuesday, 21 Apr 2026
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Professor Mark Polizzotto has won an NHMRC award for his global study testing whether a daily tablet could replace chemotherapy for a cancer that kills up to half its patients in Africa.

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Ian Potter Foundation 2
Tuesday, 07 Apr 2026
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A generous philanthropic grant from the Ian Potter Foundation has allowed the John Curtin School of Medical Research (JCSMR) to start the year with a major upgrade.

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nobels
Tuesday, 31 Mar 2026
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Academics share their success and their love of Science at their former research school.

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Seminar 1_B
Monday, 23 Mar 2026
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The ACT RNA Club hosted Ms Lixinyu Liu (Emma) and Dr Diep Ganguly for its first 2026 seminar, featuring research on alternative polyadenylation, RNA processing, and surveillance. SDCRI sponsored a networking lunch, giving students and ECRs an opportunity to discuss research, grant applications, and academic career pathways with the speakers.

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Ribosome translating mRNA into a polypeptide chain
Friday, 06 Feb 2026
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EMBL Australia group leader Professor Eduardo Eyras talks about stepping into his new role as Director of the Shine‑Dalgarno Centre for RNA Innovation and what lies ahead for the Centre.

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