Celebrating Diversity in Medical Research: Paving the Way for Future Women in STEM

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In the sphere of medical research, where each breakthrough hinges on a wealth of diverse perspectives, the role of inclusivity is paramount. At Diabetes Research Western Australia, we are committed to the invaluable contributions of women in the sciences, particularly in our unwavering quest to find solutions for diabetes—a condition that affects millions globally. Our […]

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ProtoDPS DRWA Crippa Fun Footy Clinic 2024

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We are pleased to announce that the ProtoDPS DRWA Crippa Fun Footy Clinic has been rescheduled! Date: 21 February 2024 Time: 4-7pm Location: Mineral Resources Park Costs: $20pp What is the ProtoDPS DRWA Crippa Fun Footy Clinic?  The ProtoDPS DRWA Crippa Fun Footy Clinic is a footy-filled fun afternoon for young people with diabetes. Jamie […]

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Dr Lakshini Herat wins prestigious Professor Lyn Beazley AO Emerging Leader Award

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November 2023 Diabetes Research Western Australia would like to congratulate Dr Lakshini Herat on winning the prestigious Professor Lyn Beazley AO Emerging Leader Award. The awarding body stated the following: The Professor Lyn Beazley AO Emerging Leader Award aims to recognise and support early career researchers who have demonstrated exceptional promise and dedication in their […]

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DRWA Submits response to Parliamentary Enquiry into Diabetes

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The Parliament of Australia recently adopted an enquiry into diabetes in Australia, and Diabetes Research WA has submitted a response. In a mini-podcast, Peter Kerr, Chairman of Diabetes Research WA explains why we believe there is a very strong case for an increase in funding in a coordinated way in Australia. Existing expertise already present […]

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WA PROJECT OFFERS FRESH HOPE IN TREATING TYPE 1 DIABETES

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July 19, 2023 Media Statement Fresh West Australian research suggests a new medication helping people with type 2 diabetes may also help protect the health of people with type 1 diabetes. A study completed by Dr Lakshini Herat and team, which was part funded by Diabetes Research WA and has just been published in iScience […]

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Eagles forward inspires Vic Park student at diabetes footy clinic.

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December 1, 2022 Media Statement Nearly two years to the day since being diagnosed with type 1 diabetes, Victoria Park’s Thomas Haughey took to the ground at Mineral Resources Park to meet premiership-winning West Coast Eagles forward Jamie Cripps, who also has the incurable condition. In the lead up to Christmas in 2020, Thomas spent […]

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FRESH PROJECT TO STUDY NEW MEDICATION IN TYPE 1 DIABETES

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November 15, 2022 Media Statement West Australian diabetes researchers are set to investigate if a new medication helping people with type 2 diabetes may also reduce health complications linked to type 1 diabetes. Dr Lakshini Herat has won a $60,000 grant from Perth-based charity Diabetes Research WA to study the effects of Sotagliflozin in type […]

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The Annual World Diabetes Day Breakfast 2022

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We are thrilled to announce our 2022 World Diabetes Day Discoveries Breakfast is taking place on Monday November 14. The event is happening in Wembley, Western Australia from 7.30am and we’d love to see you there! You will hear from the Telethon Kids Institute’s Dr Aveni Haynes who will provide an update on her ground-breaking […]

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RESEARCHERS URGED TO APPLY FOR 2023 DIABETES GRANT

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June 29, 2022:   Media Statement RESEARCHERS URGED TO APPLY FOR 2023 DIABETES GRANT ***APPLICATIONS HAVE NOW CLOSED : The winner will be announced at our WDD event on November 14, 2022.*** West Australian researchers are being offered the chance to secure a $60,000 grant to channel into a diabetes-related research project. With National Diabetes Week […]

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WA discovery pinpoints change increasing type 2 diabetes risk.

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New West Australian research has discovered that a single gene change may be putting people at increased risk of insulin resistance and fatty liver disease by changing calcium levels within energy-producing machines in our cells. The research by University of WA Professor Aleksandra Filipovska, supported by a $60,000 grant from Diabetes Research WA, found the […]

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