SSMRF - St George & Sutherland Medical Research Foundation

16/06/2026

“Support medical research.”

Dr Joyce Chiu shares why EOFY donations matter and how research funding helps advance new treatments for future patients and families.

Your support helps medical research in Australia continue to move forward.

Donate TO SSMRRF before 30 June.

https://www.stgeorgemrf.com.au/make-a-donation/

15/06/2026

We are honoured to have been recognised in the Australian Parliament by Ash Ambihaipahar MP, Federal Member for Barton.

Following her attendance at the SSMRF Annual Dinner, Ms Ambihaipahar acknowledged the Foundation's role in supporting life-changing medical research across St George and Sutherland Hospitals, recognised the outstanding work of our researchers and highlighted the importance of investing in evidence-based medicine.

Thank you for your support of local research and the dedicated researchers working to improve health outcomes for our community.

Since 2007, SSMRF has invested more than $9.14 million into 83 local medical research projects, helping to create a healthier future for Southern Sydney.

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12/06/2026

Since 2007, SSMRF has funded 83 research projects and awarded more than $9.14 million in medical research funding.

Behind every one of those projects is a researcher seeking answers, a new idea with the potential to improve patient care, and a community helping make it possible.

From cancer and women's health to paediatric research, immunity and chronic disease, SSMRF-funded research is helping improve health outcomes for our community.

As we approach EOFY, help us continue investing in the next generation of discoveries, treatments and improved patient care.

Make your tax-deductible donation today: https://www.stgeorgemrf.com.au/make-a-donation/

11/06/2026

Early-stage funding is critical for turning promising ideas into future treatments.

Support from SSMRF helps researchers gather the pilot data needed to pursue larger projects, future therapies and additional funding opportunities.

EOFY donations help researchers take the next important step forward.

https://www.stgeorgemrf.com.au/make-a-donation/

09/06/2026

Immunotherapy can be life-changing — but it doesn’t work for everyone.

Dr Joyce Chiu’s research aims to help immune cells better enter and attack cancer, improving treatment outcomes for more patients.

There is still so much more we need to understand, and research funding plays a critical role in making that possible.

Support medical research this EOFY.

https://www.stgeorgemrf.com.au/make-a-donation/

08/06/2026

The Board, CEO and team at St George and Sutherland Medical Research Foundation are deeply saddened by the passing of Professor Richard Scolyer AO.

A world-leading melanoma researcher, clinician and advocate for medical research, Professor Scolyer inspired countless Australians through his groundbreaking work, courage and commitment to improving outcomes for people affected by cancer.

His final message was a powerful reminder of the importance of scientific discovery, clinical research and the collective effort required to advance cancer care.

Our sincere condolences are with his family, friends, colleagues and the many patients whose lives he touched.

Vale Professor Richard Scolyer AO.

Photo sourced from Melanoma Institute Australia (MIA)

08/06/2026

Our oceans face growing challenges from pollution, including plastic waste that can harm marine life and ecosystems.

Through Recycle for Research, every eligible bottle and can returned is one less container that could end up in our waterways and oceans. Since launching, the program has diverted over half a million containers from landfill and raised more than $50,000 to support medical research at St George and Sutherland Hospitals.

This World Oceans Day, help protect our environment while supporting local medical research. Recycle with purpose through Recycle for Research.

Find out how to get involved: https://www.stgeorgemrf.com.au/recycle-for-research/

Photo of Wanda Beach by Andrew Siddall on Unsplash

04/06/2026

Today is World Environment Day.

Through our Recycle 4 Research program, every eligible 10c refundable bottle or can recycled helps reduce waste while funding vital medical research at St George and Sutherland Hospitals. Since launching, R4R has diverted over half a million containers from landfill and raised more than $50,000 to support local medical researchers.

This World Environment Day, take one simple action that benefits both our environment and our community. Recycle with purpose through Recycle 4 Research.

Find out how to get involved: https://www.stgeorgemrf.com.au/recycle-for-research/

04/06/2026

Two years ago, Dr Joyce Chiu’s mother was diagnosed with advanced cancer and given very little hope.

After treatment combining chemotherapy and immunotherapy, her condition improved dramatically.

Today, Dr Chiu is researching how immunotherapy can work for more patients and families facing cancer.

Your EOFY donation helps support the next generation of medical research.

https://www.stgeorgemrf.com.au/make-a-donation/

01/06/2026

What inspired Dr Joyce Chiu’s immunotherapy research is deeply personal.

After seeing the impact cancer treatment had on her own mother, Dr Chiu is now working to improve outcomes for future patients through cancer research supported by the St George & Sutherland Medical Research Foundation and Southern Cancer Care.

As we approach EOFY, your support helps fund vital early-stage medical research close to home.

http://stgeorgemrf.com.au/make-a-donation/