Synergise, Integrate and Enhance Sleep Research to Transform Brain Ageing
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…
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!
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…
Dr Aaron Lam revealed how to reduce your risk of getting dementia. Check out the article here: https://www.dailymail.co.uk/femail/health/article-13343111/Doctor-Aaron-Lam-reduce-risk-dementia-Mediterranean-diet.html
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!
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