🥐☕️ SIESTArs ECR Networking Breakfast

By Simone Simonetti

The SIESTArs Committee organised a lively in-person networking breakfast, which brought together approximately 15 ECR researchers from the Brain and Mind Centre and The Woolcock Institute of Medical Research (see picture to the left). The event was an opportunity to collaborate, network, and a chat about all things sleep!

International Guest Lectures in Neurodegenerative Diseases

By Simone Simonetti

We welcomed nearly 100 attendees — 45 in person and 51 online — to the International Guest Lectures in Neurodegenerative Diseases, a joint event with the Brain and Mind Centre’s Alzheimer’s team. The lineup featured Professor Stephen Salloway from Brown University, who shared insights into the development and clinical application of amyloid-lowering therapies for Alzheimer’s…

WEBINAR | Perspectives from an NHMRC EL1 Grant Reviewer

By Simone Simonetti

We were thrilled to host a highly successful workshop designed to support our ECRs in submitting NHMRC Investigator Grant EL1 applications. The online event, attended by over 20 ECRs, featured insights from SIESTA CI speaker and NHMRC Fellow A/Prof Stephanie Rainey-Smith. Best of luck to all our applicants!

✍️ WRITING SESSIONS | NHMRC Investigator Grant EL1 and EL2 rounds 2025

By Simone Simonetti

Want to participate in weekly writing sessions with peers applying for the same grant round. These sessions will provide opportunities for peer reviewing, collaborative support to refine applications and emotional and practical encouragement. This initiative is a valuable opportunity to strengthen your application and improve your chances of success. Let us know: siesta_admin@sydney.edu.au