Inspired fundraising by our dedicated community
Our inspiring community has been busy hosting and participating in varied events all to support MIA - from gourmet dinners, golf days, running challenges and events held to honour loved ones.
Shafayat Chowdhury
Shafayat Chowdhury is a Clinical Biospecimen Coordinator at Melanoma Institute Australia (MIA). Read on for Shafayat's Q&A.
Kim Dowling
Kim Dowling is a Senior Clinical Data Manager at Melanoma Institute Australia (MIA). Read on to learn about Kim's role, what she loves about her job, plus a few fun facts about her!
Personalising treatment options for complex lentigo maligna
Researchers have reported results from an international clinical trial assessing alternative treatment options for lentigo maligna - a non-invasive condition that commonly occurs on sun-exposed areas, particularly the face.
Jayden Beckwith
MIA Bioinformatician Jayden Beckwith answered questions on his impactful research, what he loves about his work, and more on his life outside of work, from hidden talents to a quote he holds dear.
Thanks to our fit, fast and fantastic fundraisers!
Our amazing community has recently been busy lacing up their runners, going alcohol-free, celebrating milestones, and honouring loved ones, all to support MIA's goal of zero deaths from melanoma! Read more about their efforts.
Public consultation on Melanoma Clinical Guidelines
Melanoma Institute Australia and Cancer Council Australia are conducting a review of the clinical practice guidelines for the diagnosis and management of melanoma. The second phase is now available for review, by clinicians and the community, until 29 August 2025.
