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Read the latest news on Medical Research Future Fund (MRFF) activities.

You can find news items related to the Medical Research Future Fund (MRFF) below. 

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Latest news

Research into predicting cancer trends to help prepare our health system

The Medical Research Future Fund (MRFF) is supporting 6 projects over the next 3 to 5 years to predict changes in cancer trends. This work ensures treatments are based on the best evidence, are targeted to the individual patient and are available where and when needed.

Funding for research to end avoidable indigenous deafness, blindness and kidney disease

The Australian Government is investing $35 million in 42 key research projects in areas such as ending avoidable indigenous deafness, ending avoidable indigenous blindness, and helping to eradicate chronic kidney disease.

Funding for 10 clinical trials to find innovative cancer treatments

Through the Medical Research Future Fund, the government is funding 10 clinical trials researching treatments for melanoma, reproductive and gynaecological cancers and childhood brain cancer.

Ground-breaking research to help find a cure for motor neurone disease

The Australian Government has announced a $2 million commitment to expand research opportunities to help find a cure for this devastating disease.

$29 million for research to tackle heart disease and stroke

The Australian Government is investing in vital research initiatives to tackle the nation’s two biggest killers — heart disease and stroke. This funding is the first round of disbursements from the Medical Research Future Fund’s (MRFF) Cardiovascular Health Mission.

Further funding for COVID-19 vaccine and treatment research

The Australian Government is investing $66 million from the Medical Research Future Fund into finding a vaccine and treatments for COVID-19, as well as better preparing for future pandemics.

Continued support for endometriosis research

The Australian Government is investing more than $9.5 million in 5 research projects to improve diagnosis, treatment, and understanding of endometriosis. The funding comes from the Medical Research Future Fund.
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