Melanoma Institute Australia

Westmead Research Hub EMCR Symposium
2026-06-03 | Westmead Innovation Centre, Hawkesbury Rd, Sydney, NSW, 2145, Australia
The annual Westmead Research Hub EMCR Symposium brings together honest career journeys, practical tips & tricks, and high-quality oral presentations showcasing the incredible research from our EMCR community.
Hear from keynote speakers Professor Marc Wilkins and Professor Eddie Holmes who will share the real stories behind their career paths – what worked, what didn’t, and what they wish they’d known sooner. From navigating career transitions and building confidence to making the most of opportunities (and surviving setbacks), these sessions are all about practical advice you can actually use.
Alongside the career-focused talks, our programme features a series of short oral presentations and poster presentations highlighting innovative research from EMCRs across the research hub.
We will finish the day off with a panel discussion about “How to conduct impactful research” with A/Prof Emily Blyth, Prof Hilda Pickett, Prof Tony Weiss, and Professor Michael Griffiths.
Whether you’re figuring out your next step, polishing your presentation skills, or just keen to connect with fellow EMCRs who understand what you are going though, this symposium promises insight, encouragement, and plenty of take-home tips.
Location: Westmead Innovation Centre, Westmead, NSW
Key Date: 3 June 2026, 8:30 am – 5 pm AEST
Registration Closes: 22 May 2026
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NHMRC Postgraduate Scholarships
2026-06-03 17:00 (Australia/Sydney) | BC
The National Health and Medical Research Council (NHMRC) Postgraduate Scholarships scheme funds successful applicants to attain a research based postgraduate degree – Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) or a Research Masters Degree.

It aims to support these outstanding health and medical graduates early in their career so they can be trained to conduct research that is internationally competitive and develop a capacity for original independent research within Australia.
The intended outcome of the Postgraduate Scholarships scheme is increased research capacity within Australia.
Postgraduate Scholarships may be funded by, or in conjunction with, other organisations. These grants offer opportunities to researchers whose work is particularly relevant to the priorities and research interests of the partner organisations.

Key Dates
Applications open: 8 April 2026
Minimum data due date: 13 May 2026
Applications close: 3 June 2026
Proposed peer review: July/August 2026
The Guidelines will be available here when the round opens.
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