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2025 When Art Meets Science

Centenary has hosted its annual scientific image competition capturing the wonder and complexity of medical science.

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The collaboration will aim to accelerate research into life-changing treatments for rare genetic diseases and cancers.

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Centenary Institute delivers Tour de Cure milestone

A recent discovery from the Centenary Institute has been recognised as the 200th scientific breakthrough funded by cancer charity Tour de Cure since it began supporting research in 2007.

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New route into cells could make gene therapies safer

Landmark discovery that could lead to safer and more effective gene therapies for a range of serious genetic disorders.

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  • Striking science images reveal the beauty of medical research

    A breathtaking collection of images capturing the wonder and complexity of medical science has been unveiled through the Centenary Institute’s 2025 When Art Meets Science image prize competition.
    News Type: Media release
    Date 14 Aug 2025
  • Centenary Institute delivers Tour de Cure milestone

    A recent discovery from the Centenary Institute has been recognised as the 200th scientific breakthrough funded by cancer charity Tour de Cure since it began supporting research in 2007.
    News Type: Research News
    Date 05 Aug 2025
  • ABC radio interviews Professor Geoff McCaughan

    Professor Geoff McCaughan, senior researcher at the Centenary Institute’s Centre for Cancer Innovations, has shared his expert insights on ABC radio, discussing the growing global burden of liver cancer.
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    Date 04 Aug 2025
  • Centenary Institute and Cure the Future join forces to tackle rare diseases

    The Centenary Institute and Cure The Future Foundation have announced a new philanthropic partnership to accelerate research into life-changing treatments for rare genetic diseases and cancers.
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    Date 31 Jul 2025
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This year's scientific image winners have been ann This year's scientific image winners have been announced at Centenary's 2025 'When Art Meets Science' image prize and exhibition.

Established in 2009, the Centenary Institute’s image prize is awarded annually, with winners selected by an independent panel of external judges. This year's event was hosted by @sophiescott2 OAM, award winning medical journalist, international speaker and educator. 

The top prize for 2025 was awarded to the stunning image titled ‘Dark Transit’, submitted by Dr Angela Ferguson from the Institute’s Centre for Cancer Innovations. 

Second place went to ‘Confetti Snowdome’, by Dr Mojdeh Abbasi from the Institute’s Centre for Cancer Innovations.

Third place was awarded to ‘Unseen Currents: Sudden Death in the Young’, submitted by PhD student Yuchen Chang from the Institute’s Centre for Cardiovascular Research.

Professor Marc Pellegrini, Executive Director of the Centenary Institute, said the images highlight not only the groundbreaking science taking place across the Institute but also the extraordinary visual beauty that often emerges in the pursuit of discovery.

Voting for the ‘People’s Choice Award’ is open to the public, closing on 27th August. View this year's entries and vote for your favourite image at the link in bio.

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A recent discovery from the Centenary Institute ha A recent discovery from the Centenary Institute has been recognised as the 200th scientific breakthrough funded by cancer charity @tourdecureaus since it began supporting research in 2007.

The discovery, led by Dr Charles (Chuck) Bailey, Head of the Centenary Institute’s Centre for Rare Diseases and Gene Therapy, identified a previously unknown gateway into human cells, a receptor called AAVR2. The finding could pave the way for safer and more effective gene therapies for a range of serious conditions.

“I’m thrilled and deeply honoured that my team’s work marks Tour de Cure’s 200th funded breakthrough,” said Dr Bailey.

Funding from organisations like Tour de Cure is critical for researchers to pursue bold, early-stage ideas that traditional larger government grants often overlook.
 
The 200th achievement was celebrated at a reception at Government House attended by Her Excellency the Honourable Margaret Beazley AC KC, @governornsw , Tour de Cure and Dr Bailey.

Centenary is honoured to have delivered a Tour de Cure Australia milestone, and is grateful to the organisation's ongoing support and tireless fundraising efforts for cancer research.

Full article at link in bio.

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Join us at the Centenary Institute on August 13 to Join us at the Centenary Institute on August 13 to celebrate @nationalscienceweek as we host our 2025 'When Art Meets Science' image prize and exhibition. 

Master of ceremonies, award-winning journalist Sophie Scott OAM, will be joined by Centenary scientists for a panel discussion on the stories behind their visuals of life at the microscopic level, and their life-saving discoveries. Panelists include: Dr Bobby Boumelhem, Chirag Parsania (Ph.D.), YuChen CHANG MSc and Dr Angela Ferguson.

The 2025 Prize winners will be announced at the event, followed by the exhibition launch, networking, and refreshments. 

This is a FREE event, with registration essential via the link in bio.
The Centenary Institute and the Cure The Future Fo The Centenary Institute and the Cure The Future Foundation announce a new philanthropic partnership to accelerate research into life-changing treatments for rare genetic diseases and cancers.

Professor Marc Pellegrini, Executive Director of the Centenary Institute, said the partnership is a powerful alignment of research and philanthropy. 

“This collaboration brings together cutting-edge science with a shared mission to tackle some of the most challenging rare genetic diseases and cancers,” Professor Pellegrini said.

Diane Langmack OAM, Board Chair of Cure The Future Foundation, said she was proud to be partnering with the Centenary Institute to advance urgently needed research.

“This partnership is a really special moment for us. Working with the Centenary Institute means we’re helping push forward the kind of research that changes lives. It brings real hope to families facing serious illness and helps fast-track the discoveries that can make all the difference,” she said.

Funds raised by Cure The Future will support pioneering research led by Dr Charles (Chuck) Bailey and his team at the Centenary Institute’s Centre for Rare Diseases & Gene Therapy. 

Centenary is grateful to the Cure the Future Foundation for its shared commitment to advancing world-leading medical research that delivers both hope and better health outcomes for people affected by rare diseases.

Read more about the partnership at link in bio.

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Our most recent annual report is available for rev Our most recent annual report is available for review. Explore our key achievements, breakthroughs, discoveries and strategic approach for the future.

To view the latest, and also past reports, visit 'Annual Reports' link in bio.

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Microscope Monday! This image was submitted by Re Microscope Monday!

This image was submitted by Research Officer Angelina Lay in our 2020 Scientific Image competition. 

The image entitled 'Tubulin Bands' highlights the different dynamic states of tubulin organization. Tubulin is one of the main components in platelet cytoskeleton proteins. Platelets are the key effector cells that initiate a blood clot in response to vessel injury. The platelets in this image have been stained for tubulin, one of the major protein of the platelet structure. Tubulin undergoes rapid re-reshuffling during platelet adhesion and spreading. 

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