AUSiMED marks a decade of impact
At the heart of the celebration was the recognition of the Lowy family's unwavering support for AUSiMED.
Australia/Israel Medical Research (AUSiMED) is a non-profit organisation harnessing international collaboration and fostering medical developments benefiting Australia, Israel and the world.
Early this month AUSiMED celebrated its 10-year milestone
At the heart of the celebration was the recognition of the Lowy family’s unwavering support for the AUSiMED Lowy Paediatric Fellowships Program.
Since 2014, their contribution has played a vital role in innovative research, developing new diagnostic tools and enhancing healthcare delivery through Israeli–Australian collaborative projects.
The evening’s guest of honour, Steven Lowy, reflected on his family’s longstanding support for Israel and medical research collaborations.
He also mentioned the concerning rise of antisemitism in Australia, emphasising the importance of unity and resilience in the face of challenges.
Antony Cohen, board chairman of AUSiMED, accentuated its unique approach to medical research.
“Our focus has been, and continues to be, on big health challenges where together Australia and Israel can make a difference in ways neither can do alone.
“We do this through knowledge exchange programs, fellowships and research projects.”
Former Minister for Health Greg Hunt lauded the Lowy family’s contributions beyond the medical field; specifically, their instrumental role in securing Australia’s successful bid to host the 2023 FIFA Women’s Soccer World Cup.
Over the past decade, AUSiMED has supported 14 medical fellows.
Sponsored by the Lowy family, 11 trained across 12 institutions in three Australian states and now contribute to six leading medical institutions in Israel.
AUSiMED’s research projects tackled seven major diseases with pioneering approaches, including innovative studies in bowel cancer, ovarian cancer and paediatric kidney disease.
Its Seconds Save Lives appeal, a crucial Australia–Israel initiative addressing the urgent need for more Israeli critical care doctors to manage life-threatening injuries is set to launch.
This project, prompted by the surge in severely wounded civilians and military personnel since October 7, 2023, aims to enhance trauma care expertise in both nations.
For more information on AUSiMED email: karen@ausimed.org.
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