🙌 New Additions to the SIESTA Team for 2024

By Simone Simonetti

In 2024, we welcomed new postdocs, Dr Brandon Munn and Dr Matthew Rahimi. In addition, we welcomed two international PhD students, Victor Vidal and Clara Tan. Finally, we would like to thank Dr Gabriel Wainstein for his contribution to the SIESTA program and wish him all the best for the future! Take a look at…

💫 SIESTArs Committee: Nurturing Our Rising Stars

By Simone Simonetti

We are pleased to officially launch the SIESTArs (SIESTA Rising Stars) committee, which aims to support and empower early career researchers (ECRs) within the SIESTA network. Our committee comprises eight executive members, including:Dr Aaron Lam (Chair) – The University of Sydney and The Woolcock Institute of MedicalResearch, NSWDr Mahnoosh Kholgi – CSIRO, QLDDr Shaun Eslick…

SIESTA August Workshop | All-hands

By Simone Simonetti

Our August 2024 workshop at The Woolcock Institute of Medical Research featured keynote talks from Dr Rick Wassing and Associate Professor Laura Jacobson, with lively sessions including a debate on whether treating obstructive sleep apnea can prevent cognitive decline by Dr Aaron Lam and Dr Julia Chapman. The event saw strong participation with 41 attendees…