Bringing clinical trials closer to home for rural, regional and remote communities A program expanding access to clinical trials in rural, regional and remote NSW and the ACT is helping to deliver advanced healthcare to people who need it most. The Rural, Regional and Remote Clinical Trial Enabling Program is tackling the barriers often faced outside of metropolitan areas – such as limited local infrastructure, long travel distances and high costs – by actively supporting clinical trials across all healthcare settings. |
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Novel 3D bioprinting device ‘prints’ skin-growing ink
A groundbreaking wound-healing method has been developed by Australian biotechnology company Inventia Life Science. Their specialised surgical robot, LIGŌ, uses a patient’s own cells to create a scaffold that promotes new skin growth. This innovative approach uses 3D bioprinting, a technique where living cells are combined with biomaterials to create a gel-like ‘bioink’ that can be printed directly onto wounds. The LIGŌ device was developed with support from the Medical Devices Fund, helping to accelerate cutting-edge medical technologies to clinical use.
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Brian Cotterill is living proof of the life-changing power of clinical trials
After being diagnosed with an incurable blood cancer, Brian joined a pilot study that allowed him to self-administer chemotherapy injections at home. What once required weekly hospital visits of up to two hours became a treatment he could manage comfortably from home. Thanks to this trial’s success, this in-home option is now available to other eligible patients – improving quality of life and access to care. |
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Congratulations to Calvary Mater Newcastle Medical Oncology Research Trials Unit
We’re proud to celebrate the recognition of Calvary Mater Newcastle Medical Oncology Research Trials Unit for their excellence in early phase clinical trial capabilities. The first unit awarded through the NSW Health Quality Recognition Scheme, this achievement highlights their commitment to high-quality clinical research. The Scheme supports clinical trials units through a structured audit process that promotes operational excellence and strengthens capability in the sector. Clinical trial units are invited to express interest in Round 3 of the 2025 Scheme.
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Travel grants for NSW Cancer Summit 2025
The NSW Regional Cancer Research Network is offering travel grants to support members attending or presenting at the NSW Cancer Summit 2025, taking place on 13-14 August 2025 at the ICC Sydney. This inaugural event, hosted by the Cancer Institute NSW, will bring together national and international leaders to foster collaboration, spark innovation, and drive solutions across cancer research, treatment, and care. Applications close 16 June. |
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BIO 2025 - Connect with the Office for Health and Medical Research
The Office for Health and Medical Research will be attending BIO International Convention 2025 in Boston from 16-19 June, showcasing the strength and innovation of the health and medical research sector in NSW. Visit us at the Australian Pavilion to explore opportunities to invest, collaborate and partner in NSW. If you’d like to connect with our team while at BIO 2025, please get in touch. |
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Expressions of Interest closing soon - Translational Research Grants Scheme
The Scheme supports health and medical research projects with the potential to translate into policy and practice, offering up to $500,000 in funding over 2.5 years. In a change from previous rounds, expressions of interest will be managed by host organisations in line with their local processes. Expressions of Interest close on 1 July. | |
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NSW Health celebrates International Clinical Trials Day
On 20 May, teams across NSW Health came together to celebrate the impact of clinical trials and the dedicated people who make them possible. From information booths to community engagement, clinical trial units proudly showcased their work and its benefits. The Office for Health and Medical Research is proud to support these efforts through programs like clinicaltrialsNSW, the Statewide Clinical Trial Management System and the Rural, Regional and Remote Clinical Trial Enabling Program.
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18 June
2025 Cancer Bioinformatics Australia Symposium
Cancer Bioinformatics Australia
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19 June
2025 UNSW Cancer Symposium
UNSW Medicine and Health
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7 July
2024 Rapid Applied Research Translation (closing)
MRFF
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16 July
Australian Paediatric Nurse Scientist Research Showcase 2025
Sydney Children's Hospitals Network
Register now |
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The Office for Health and Medical Research sits in the Clinical Innovation and Research Division of NSW Health. The Office works with research communities, universities and business to promote growth and innovation in health and medical research to achieve better outcomes for patients and establish NSW as a global centre of excellence.
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