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What could melanoma detection look like in 10 years? Hear leading melanoma experts explore the technologies, workforce a...
06/10/2026

What could melanoma detection look like in 10 years?

Hear leading melanoma experts explore the technologies, workforce and models of care that could transform early detection, and the challenges we need to address along the way.

In our latest episode of 'Melanoma Insights for Professionals', a multidisciplinary panel discuss how we can identify those most likely to benefit from screening, reduce unnecessary biopsies and surveillance, and make better use of Australia’s limited healthcare workforce and resources.

Search 'Melanoma Insights' on your favourite podcast app or log in via the Melanoma Education Portal (healthcare professionals only - free registration required) > https://bit.ly/4rUPdJ5

University of Sydney | Sydney Health | | Cancer Council NSW | Monash University | Bayside Health Alfred | Sydney Local Health District |

We're pleased to share details of the Perth Melanoma Community Forum, being organised by a dedicated group of local comm...
02/10/2026

We're pleased to share details of the Perth Melanoma Community Forum, being organised by a dedicated group of local community members.

The Forum is a free event designed to give melanoma patients and carers access to the latest information from expert speakers on melanoma research, treatment and support. Speakers will share updates, answer your questions and then join a panel discussion on the latest developments in melanoma care.

Guest Speakers include:

- Dr Piyush Grover - Current Medical Practice and Medical Science Advances in the treatment of Melanoma
- Dr Peter Lau - Adverse Reactions to Immunotherapy
- Dr Mary Kennedy & Pam Eldridge - Benefits of Exercise for Melanoma Patients
- Ronniet Orlando - Lived experience of melanoma

The event will conclude with canapés and connecting, as well as the opportunity to meet support organisations, including Melanoma Patients Australia, Cancer Council Western Australia and Western Australian Kirkbride Melanoma Advisory Service - Wakmas

Date: Wednesday 14 October 2026
Time: Registration and refreshments from 6:00pm.
Presentations will commence at 6:30pm.
Venue: State Library Theatre, 25 Francis St, Perth 6000
Cost: Free

Register by next Wednesday 7 October 2026 > https://bit.ly/4APYkyW

The forum is supported by The Daffodil Chef Incorporated.

As a Biobank Coordinator at Melanoma Institute Australia, you'll be making a difference as part of a world-leading resea...
02/10/2026

As a Biobank Coordinator at Melanoma Institute Australia, you'll be making a difference as part of a world-leading research organisation.

The Biobank Coordinator ensures the efficient and high-quality collection, processing, storage, retrieval and distribution of biospecimens for clinical trials and research. This varied hands-on role combines operational coordination, biospecimen processing, clinical trial support, quality & compliance, data management and team coordination.

Full-time based at The University of Sydney, Camperdown.

Applications close on Monday 5 October 2026!

Explore the role and apply this weekend> https://bit.ly/4dMilfC

Healthcare professionals are invited join us for our upcoming Sydney GP Dermoscopy Workshop. Don't miss this opportunity...
02/10/2026

Healthcare professionals are invited join us for our upcoming Sydney GP Dermoscopy Workshop. Don't miss this opportunity to develop your dermoscopy and skin cancer diagnosis skills!

Hear from an expert line up of speakers from skin cancer medicine, dermatology and pathology.:
- A/Prof Paul Fishburn, Skin Cancer Doctor — Diving into dermoscopy: A beginner’s guide
- Dr Christene Mikhail, Skin Cancer Doctor — Common clinical entities
- Dr Lachlan Byth, Dermatologist — Diagnosing lentigo maligna and the role of confocal microscopy
- Dr Nigel Maher, Anatomical Pathologist — Bridging the clinical with pathology for pigmented lesions

Together, they'll provide the foundational knowledge to guide you through the key stages of skin cancer diagnosis, building your skills and confidence in dermoscopy and detection.

When: Sat 31 Oct 2026, 8:30am – 2pm
Where: Melanoma Institute Australia, The Poche Centre, 40 Rocklands Rd, Wollstonecraft NSW 2065
CPD: 4.5 EA hours with RACGP, ACRRM & SkinPro CPD
Cost: $150 (inc. GST). Ticket price includes all catering.

Register now: https://bit.ly/3U7HiLX


Christie Miksel

An international study led by Professor Georgina Long AO has been published in Nature Medicine, providing the first five...
01/10/2026

An international study led by Professor Georgina Long AO has been published in Nature Medicine, providing the first five-year survival outcomes for patients with melanoma treated with neoadjuvant therapy in clinical trials and routine practice.

"Thrilled to share that our international collaboration has just been published in Nature Medicine!

We analysed data from 1,038 patients across 26 centers worldwide treated with neoadjuvant immunotherapy for melanoma on trials and as standard therapy. It confirms what we've hoped: trial results translate into everyday practice.

Key findings:
*Patients whose tumors responded well to immunotherapy before surgery (a "major pathological response") had outstanding 5-year survival: 98.8% with PD-1 therapy alone, 97.9% with combination therapy
*Continuing immunotherapy after surgery gave these responders no extra benefit
*Immunotherapy before surgery also worked in melanoma types that are traditionally harder to treat — BRAF-mutant, acral, in-transit, and oligometastatic disease

Our next step is to identify who needs less treatment (avoiding unnecessary toxicity) and who needs a different approach. This is real progress toward personalised care and being tested in the NeoIRENIE trial.

Deep thanks to our incredible global team of collaborators." - Prof Georgina Long

Other authors from Melanoma Institute Australia faculty and team include Assoc Prof Ines Pires da Silva, Kristen Perry, Prof Serigne Lo, Assoc Prof Matteo Carlino, Assoc Prof Alexander van Akkooi, Dr Robert Rawson and Prof Alexander Menzies.

Read more and see publication > https://bit.ly/4ADcfZ3


Sydney Health | University of Sydney

Join Melanoma Institute Australia (MIA) as a Biobank Operations Manager and contribute to vital world-leading melanoma r...
25/09/2026

Join Melanoma Institute Australia (MIA) as a Biobank Operations Manager and contribute to vital world-leading melanoma research.

This role combines scientific expertise, operational management and leadership, with a strong focus on quality, continuous improvement and collaboration.

A full time role based at the MIA translational research lab at Charles Perkins Centre, The University of Sydney.

Applications close 5 October 2026.

Find out more and apply > https://bit.ly/4AxuVJq

Today, on World Cancer Research Day 2026, we reflect on how we are 'Advancing Cancer Research Together'.Cancer is a glob...
23/09/2026

Today, on World Cancer Research Day 2026, we reflect on how we are 'Advancing Cancer Research Together'.

Cancer is a global challenge that requires collective action and collaboration to fuel the discoveries and innovations that save lives.

At Melanoma Institute Australia, we recognise the many people who come together to advance cancer research. From the patients who willingly participate in clinical trials, to our multidisciplinary clinicians, translational researchers and wider team, our valued partners and our supportive community.

Together, we’re working towards our goal of zero deaths from melanoma, while helping to drive discoveries that can make a difference across cancer care.

Melanoma Institute Australia was pleased to be part of the inaugural SCS Connected 2026 conference in Sydney last weeken...
19/09/2026

Melanoma Institute Australia was pleased to be part of the inaugural SCS Connected 2026 conference in Sydney last weekend.

Our MIA-affiliated clinicians and researchers joined General Practitioners and Skin Cancer Doctors from across Sonic Healthcare Australia to share the latest thinking and practical insights in skin cancer care.

Our expert speakers covered:
- Risk Assessment for Skin Cancer — Dr Yagiz Aksoy, Senior Research Fellow, University of Sydney
- An Update on the Roadmap for a Targeted Skin Cancer Screening Program — Dr Lisa Melton, Program Manager, MIA
- Planning for Reconstruction in Challenging Areas — Prof Sydney Ch’ng, Head & Neck and Specialist Plastic Surgeon, MIA, RPAH and University of Sydney
- Preventing and Managing Complications — A/Prof Alexander van Akkooi, Surgical Oncologist, MIA, RPAH and University of Sydney

We’re proud to support the ongoing education of healthcare professionals and the translation of the latest melanoma research into clinical practice.

| University of Sydney | IPN Medical Centres |

Be part of The Daffodil Centre Symposium 2026!The Daffodil Centre, a partnership between Cancer Council NSW and The Univ...
10/09/2026

Be part of The Daffodil Centre Symposium 2026!

The Daffodil Centre, a partnership between Cancer Council NSW and The University of Sydney, brings together researchers, partners and community members to explore the future of cancer prevention in Australia.

The Annual Symposium 2026 will showcase emerging research, innovative approaches and the people leading this important work, while creating opportunities for collaboration, networking and knowledge sharing.

When: Thursday 17 September 2026 from 9:00 am to 3:30 pm, followed by refreshments and networking.

Location: NSW Teachers Federation Conference Centre, 37 Reservoir Street, Surry Hills

This is a free event, however registration is essential.

See program and register now > https://bit.ly/4hiz10m

Do you have a degree in science or health science and want to be part of a world-leading research team?This is an exciti...
10/09/2026

Do you have a degree in science or health science and want to be part of a world-leading research team?

This is an exciting opportunity to join the busy Clinical Trials team at Melanoma Institute Australia. Based at The Poche Centre in Sydney, the Clinical Trials Assistant provides essential administrative, operational and research support to a team delivering innovative clinical trials that are helping to transform melanoma treatment.

We’re looking for a highly organised person with strong attention to detail who is keen to build their experience in clinical research and contribute to work that makes a real difference for people with melanoma.

Applications close Wednesday 30 September 2026.

Find out more and apply> https://bit.ly/4gXr5Ae

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