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Spread across several Monash University campuses, the Faculty comprises 29 teaching and clinical centres, and six institutes.
Faculty news
Three Monash researchers awarded $4 million in grants funding
The federal Health Minister, Greg Hunt, today announced six major medical research grants from the Medical Research Future Fund, three of which were awarded to Monash researchers. The successful Monash scientists are:
Does having a baby mean your ambitions have to go on hold? Not as far as PhD student Elizabeth Thomas is concerned.
After completing a Bachelor of Biomedical Science (Honours)/Bachelor of Science degree, Elizabeth Thomas developed an interest in genetics but was eager to break the stereotype by stepping outside of the lab environment and experiencing one-on-one contact with patients.
Centre marks new era in Israel- Australia research
A new Israel-Australia research centre involving a major collaboration with Monash University will be officially launched today in Tel Aviv, Israel.
Too many young people live in nursing homes – time to act forum 31/8
More than 6,000 Australians under the age of 65 years live in residential aged care facilities. Five years after the NDIS started there has been just a 5% reduction in the number of young people entering aged care.
Monash study finds truck driving among Australia’s most dangerous jobs
A landmark 12-year study into the health and wellbeing of Australia’s truck drivers has revealed that they have a 13 fold higher risk of dying at work than other Australian workers, making it among the most dangerous occupations in the country. The study will be launched today (21/8) in Canberra.
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Our biggest fans this week: @WomenSciAUST, @JaneyHowe, @brookmanknight. Thank you! via https://t.co/TcTfL1p5Lb https://t.co/UAj3NkaUgt
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RT @Monash_MTRP: In a universe of proliferating health data, science discoveries awaiting us are boundless. But until now, health researche…
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Monash University welcomes renowned cardiologist to lead Victorian Heart Hospital https://t.co/9BnH7fzfG2… https://t.co/fKG8lRrKP9
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Mondays aren't so bad when they look like this 🌤
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Happy Friday! Social media ambassador Tushar wraps up with a highlight from his week: "What do Mildura medical students do after a 12 hour day? Head over to the local Lawn Balls club for some Barefoot Balls of course!”
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RT @MonashBDI: Prof Jeffrey Flier, former Dean of Medicine at Harvard University, will present a special talk on Mon 15 Oct on why medical…
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Nursing student and social media ambassador Kristen shares her essentials for clinical placement: “How to survive in your first placement? 1. Stethoscope. Listen to the heart, lungs and the abdomen. Vitals!!! Nurses like vitals!!!! Even there are BP machines, human is much better than the machines!!! Trust me. 2. Pens and highlighter. There are your arms and legs (especially in handover!!! Highlight the “must do” items!! This saved my day!!!) 3. Pocket size notepad. 📝 Write down medications 💊that you had never seen before(you may learn tons of meds!)~Jot down new terms and new things !!! 4. Nurse watch.🕰 Vitals again.(RR & Pulse). Time is important. You don’t wanna miss your tea time to refill your energy. 5. Hand sanitizer. (Optional). Actually they are everywhere, but in case you need it. 🤲🏼5 moments 7 steps~ you know what to do.🤞🏼 6. Pen light. (Optional). PEARL~ 7. Candies or sweets. (Optional) brain 🧠 needs sugar. 8. A clear mind and your initiative. This is how I survived for 9 days. Good luck 😉!”
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Third year med student and social media ambassador Callum shares a highlight from the AMSA Global Health Conference last month: "As a medical student you have the amazing opportunity to participate in national conferences, to meet delegates from all over the country whilst exploring current health topics through incredible speakers and breakout sessions. Recently, I took part in Global Health Conference Melbourne and was able to hear from Nobel Peace Prize recipient Tilman Ruff about the threat of nuclear weapons on humanity which was truly inspirational."