News & events
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.
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.
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.
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.
A new international study led by Professor David Tremethick at the ANU John Curtin School of Medical Research and Professor Jonas Paulsen from the University of Oslo, has revealed how the three-dimensional structure of the human genome is dramatically reorganised during breast cancer progression.
Could tiny ‘molecular robots’ made from RNA provide personalised cancer treatments – without the harmful side effects?
Events
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
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.