WE ARE DELIGHTED TO ANNOUNCE THE
2025 AMRF RESEARCH GRANT RECIPIENTS
Dr Mary-Ann El Sharouni
Early Career Scientist Grant
Sydney Diagnostic Centre, Royal Prince Alfred Hospital, NSW
Make a donation this tax time to support life saving melanoma research
Make your tax deductible charitable donation before June 30
Thank you.
Summer is here, so it’s vitally important to stay sun safe as things heat up. It’s important to check the UV index in your location and to make sure you’re protected from the sun as we approach the warmer months.
As always, please remember to have a regular skin check by a professional and keep an eye out for any spots or freckles that may change. Click here to download our Skin Check Sheet to help you know what to look for. Don’t forget to also book a regular eye check with your optometrist.
We support research
We will be announcing our 2024 AMRF Research Grant recipients soon.
The AMRF supports research into melanoma, including prevention and treatment. We specifically support the next generation of melanoma researchers in Australia by providing grants to post-graduate students and early career researchers. We have been helping to save Australian lives since 2006.
2024 Research Grants
Expressions of interest for 2024 has now closed.
Read the latest AMRF Melanoma Research Update
“I feel very fortunate to receive the Warren Meanwell Melanoma Research Grant for 2023 for this exciting new study, which we hope will lead to more effective therapies for melanoma patients. Thank you very much!”
Grace Attrill, Early Career Research Scientist and Warren Meanwell Melanoma Research Grant recipient for 2023
This Christmas, give a gift that makes a real difference
A donation to melanoma research as a gift gives the recipient and you a feel-good moment, knowing you’re both making a difference to change outcomes in the future. We will email you a personalised e-card to pass on to the recipient.
Looking for more gift ideas? Support our Partners who support melanoma research.
Walk the distance – any distance you like – and fundraise for Mela-No-More!
Slap on your hat, slop on sunscreen and start walking! Whether you aim for 5 km per day or half an hour per day, set a goal that suits you. Share your page with everyone to help promote sun safety as summer fast approaches.
Fish Nankivell
The Australian Melanoma Research Foundation (AMRF) is thrilled to announce the corporate partnership with executive search firm, Fish Nankivell. Established in 1984, Fish Nankivell is one of Australia’s most
SPOT-A-SPOT and SAVE A LIFE
Spot a Spot and Save a Life The Spot-A-Spot microskill course is designed to equip hairdressers, barbers and beauticians with the skills to recognise suspicious spots on their client’s
This Valentine’s Day, make a real impact
1. A life could be saved – and it could be yours!
There are some places on your body you just can’t see for yourself. This Valentine’s Day, check your partner and get them to check you. Download our handy sheet to help you know what to look for.
2. Make a donation in lieu of a gift
Show your love by donating to AMRF and we will email you a beautiful electronic card for you to pass on to that special person in your life.
We are thrilled to be partnering with Airyday starting in National Skin Cancer Action Week which commences 20 November. With each purchase of a Tube Key from Airyday a donation will be made to us for melanoma research.
Check out their website for their fantastic range of skin care products, supercharged with SPF goodness – we love that! Airyday are also part of the groundbreaking new Spot-A-Spot program aimed at increasing awareness and early detection of skin cancer.
Many thanks to Airyday for their support!
AMRF Board Member Mark Streeting’s Ecuador Fundraiser
We have some very thoughtful gift ideas you may like to consider this year. You’ll be celebrating the season of gift giving AND making a difference to change outcomes for future generations.
Donate as a gift
A donation to melanoma research in lieu of a gift gives the recipient and you a feel-good moment knowing you’re both making a difference to change outcomes in the future. We will email you a personalised e-card to pass on.
Gift a Real Star
Name a real star for that special someone and provide an eternal reminder that will be visible from Australia’s night sky. The official star deed comes in a beautiful gift pack with official documentation. A percentage from each star sold is donated back to us to continue funding research. Order before 18 December to receive in time for Christmas.
Support Our Partners
Our Partners all support melanoma research, awareness and early detection programs and they have some wonderful and unique gifts, so why not support those who support us? Bright Eyes sunglasses • Sparms sunscreen and sun safe clothing • Hats from Avenel • Caravan parking tool from RV Devices & Accessories • Green Heart Boulevard – In Memory Candles • Sun Protection Australia – SPF50+ Clothing • Sundicators from My Sun Protection • Unique hat attachments from CapHat. Head to our Shop Window and have fun shopping!
Sparms sunscreen is organic, vegan, natural and zinc-based. They’re available in Sport, Kids and Sensitive Skin and all are SPF50+. They’re reef safe, cruelty free, chemical free… the list goes on!
For more info and to purchase directly from Sparms, visit their website. Part of the profits will be donated to us for melanoma research.
Use the code AMRF10 at the checkout for your discount.
TAX APPEAL 2023
Your donation makes a world of difference!
AMRF is committed to fundraising for melanoma research.
Research can save lives. Survival rates have more than doubled in the last decade thanks to research and improved treatment options. It is only through our fundraising initiatives that we can continue this life-changing work.
Your donation will help us change these facts:
- Melanoma is the third most common cancer in Australia
- An Australian is diagnosed with melanoma every 30 minutes
- 1,400 Australians die from melanoma each year
- Melanoma is the most common cancer in young Australians aged 20 to 39
- The mortality rate for melanoma is higher than the road toll
- The incidence of melanoma is increasing in people aged over 60
The AMRF has, over the last 10 years, awarded several research grants to universities and hospitals across the country. We distribute research funds on a competitive basis, making sure we support research and researchers who can make a difference in the early detection and treatment of melanoma.
By supporting AMRF’s work, you can make the future brighter for melanoma patients and their families.
Be part of the life-changing work we do.
The Flying 11 NSW held their State Finals at St George Sailing Club on the weekend 18 and 19 February 2023 and our CEO Marisa Chilcott was in attendance to spread the sun safe message.
Click here to check out all the pics from the event. Thanks to the Flying 11 NSW team for inviting us along to make sure everyone was sun safe.
AMRF Great Ocean Walk 2023 Fundraiser
12th to 15th May in Victoria
Our inspirational Ambassador Fiona Kilby will be taking part in our next fundraising trip in Victoria, to trek one the best coastlines in Australia.
“As an Ambassador for the Australian Melanoma Research Foundation (AMRF), I am very excited to be able to participate in another fundraising opportunity, while also indulging in my love of being in the great outdoors and relishing in the natural beauty Australia offers. I am fundraising to support melanoma research.”
AMRF have teamed up with Auswalk who will look after this group guided tour and deliver a fantastic trip for everyone. They have arranged to visit all the highlights of the Great Ocean Walk and to take in all of the best walking on this iconic track. Breathtaking coastal scenery, magnificent forests, abundant wildlife and sheer diversity of landscape.
Trip Dates: 12th – 15th May 2023
- Challenge duration: 4 days, group guided
- Accommodation: Twin share/Single allocation $295
- Travel package: from $1895 *excludes airfares (deposit of $400 per person)
- Difficulty: 3/5 moderate
- Fundraising target: $2500
Day 1: Melbourne to Blanket Bay Walk to Cape Otway Lighthouse
Day 2: Lighthouse to Castle Cove via Station Beach
Day 3: Milanesia beach to Moonlight Head and the Gables
Day 4: Gables to the Twelve Apostles and back to Melbourne
The highlights include stunning views as you progress along the track at Castle Cove and the Gables, then at the Wreck and Station Beaches. Prepare to be humbled by the sheer enormity of the limestone cliffs and the sea stacks. Imagine thunderous surf, pristine beach and getting right up close to two of the offshore sea stacks, Gog and Magog. The walk shows off the diversity of the region, traversing inland and coastal forest with an abundance of native fauna. The trek ends at the Twelve Apostles, but not before taking a walk down Gibson’s Steps, a stunning perspective of the Apostles which not too many walkers get to experience.
- Genuine all inclusive pack-free walking holiday, 2 engaging, knowledgeable and experienced guides, 3 nights’ comfortable accommodation.
- We shift you along the track from accommodation to accommodation to limit time in a vehicle, creating more time to relax and enjoy the region.
- Daily meals including cooked breakfasts, walkers’ lunches, two-course dinners and track snacks. All transport from Melbourne, including luggage transport.
- Tour of the lighthouse, National Park admission, Auswalk guide pack including notes, maps, map case and insulated lunch bag.
We have limited places available so sign up today.
It’s as easy as 1, 2, 3
Step 1 – Click here for more information about the trek
Step 2 – Sign up and you’ll receive a link to create your own fundraising page and share
Step 3 – Start your fundraising!
For any further information contact Kim on admin@melanomaresearch.com.au
Our partner SParms have released their new range of sunscreens just in time for summer!
SParms sunscreen is organic, vegan, natural and zinc-based. They’re available in Sport, Kids and Sensitive Skin and all are SPF50+. They’re reef safe, cruelty free, chemical free… the list goes on!
For more info and to purchase directly from SParms, visit their website. Part of the profits will be donated to us for melanoma research.
BREAKING NEWS
Thanks to all those who support melanoma research as amazing progress is being made.
In a world-first, an early phase trial of an mRNA personalised cancer vaccine has shown promising results for preventing melanoma recurrence in patients with resected high-risk melanoma (stage III and IV).
The Phase 2 Moderna and Merck trial involved 157 advanced melanoma patients in Australia and the USA whose melanoma had been surgically removed but who were at very high risk of it recurring. Professor Georgina Long AO, Co-Medical Director, MIA and University of Sydney professor, who was involved in the Australian arm of the clinical trial, described the early results as potentially “the second penicillin moment in cancer treatment”.
“This is the first trial to demonstrate that we can use both the mRNA technology and a personalised approach to cancer to improve outcomes for patients with cancer,” Professor Long said. “We found when we added a personalised vaccine – so an mRNA very similar to the COVID vaccine technology but based around the patient’s personal melanoma – the chance of recurrence was reduced by 44 percent. We now need to confirm results in a larger trial which we are hoping to start early next year.”
Note to melanoma patients: once open, trial details will be on the clinicaltrials.gov website. Click here to find out more.
Congratulations and thank you to all those involved in the amazing work.
Professor Georgina Long AO
Thinking of Christmas?
Please support our partners who support us and consider buying unique gifts this Christmas:
- Mixed wine six pack from Sawyer Wine Co
- Sundicators from My Sun Protection
- Sunglasses from BrightEyes
- Sun protection clothing and accessories from SParms
- Hats from Avenel
- Caravan parking tool from ReverseMate
- Unique hat attachments from CapHat
Thinking of Christmas?
Please support our partners who support us and consider buying unique gifts this Christmas
Shop online and support AMRF
We are once again participating in the People’s Choice Community Lottery. Tickets will go on sale from Thursday 29 September 2022 and the lottery will run until Thursday 2 March 2023. Tickets are $2 and all sales will come directly to us for melanoma research. You can win some great prizes – check the list here.
2022 Research Grants
In alignment with its mission and purpose, the AMRF continues to support research that contributes to the understanding and prevention of melanoma and will provide funds in 2022 to approved research projects.
This Valentine’s Day, make a real impact
A life could be saved – and it could be yours!
This Valentine’s Day, make a real impact
A life could be saved – and it could be yours!
2022 Research Grants
In alignment with its mission and purpose, the AMRF continues to support research that contributes to the understanding and prevention of melanoma and will provide funds in 2022 to approved research projects.
We are once again participating in the People’s Choice Community Lottery. Tickets are on sale now and with every ticket you purchase for $2, you go into the draw to win some fantastic prizes. 100% of the ticket sales goes to Melanoma Research. The lottery will run until Thursday 24 February 2022, so please support us and be part of the life changing work we do. Click here to see the full list of prizes to be won. Thanks for your support and good luck!
2022 Research Grants
In alignment with its mission and purpose, the AMRF continues to support research that contributes to the understanding and prevention of melanoma and will provide funds in 2022 to approved research projects.
Mum, marathon trail-runner and melanoma warrior Fiona Kilby – AMRF’s newest Ambassador
2022 Research Grants
In alignment with its mission and purpose, the AMRF continues to support research that contributes to the understanding and prevention of melanoma and will provide funds in 2022 to approved research projects.
Mum, marathon trail-runner and melanoma warrior Fiona Kilby – AMRF’s newest Ambassador
Mum, marathon trail-runner and melanoma warrior Fiona Kilby – AMRF’s newest Ambassador
HAPPY MOTHER’S DAY
Show your mum how much you care this Mother’s Day. Give her a personalised, real star!
2022 Research Grants - announcing soon
Mother’s Day Adventure
Fiona (left) has been in training with her long time coach Shiree Kofod for the forthcoming trek.
Our newest ambassador, Fiona Kilby, is spending this Mother’s Day on an adventure of a lifetime. Fiona will be teaming up with other dedicated AMRF supporters, most of whom have been impacted by melanoma in some way, to take on the rugged but beautiful Larapinta Trail in the Northern Territory from 6-12 May.
Fiona is a keen trail runner and currently on her own melanoma journey. The team have stunned us with amazing fundraising efforts that are still in progress. Thank you to all those participating and who have supported the trekkers. If you wish to show your support, click here.
Click here to view the media release.
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TAX APPEAL 2023
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Dr Bruna Melhoranse Gouveia
Inaugural Warren Meanwell Melanoma Research Grant
Melanoma Institute Australia and Sydney University NSW
Project: The Lentigo Maligna Project
Dr Prachi Bhave
Inaugural LEK Consulting Melanoma Research Grant
Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre, VIC
Project: Unlocking the melanoma tumour micro-environment through novel spatial transcriptomics methodologies
Isobel Leece
Post Graduate Research Grant
Monash University, VIC
Project: Investigating spatial interactions of melanoma and cytotoxic cells within lymph nodes
Dr Sara Alavi
Early Career Researcher Grant
Centenary Institute, NSW
Project: Testing Nicotinamide as a metabolic adjuvant to increase efficacy of immunotherapy in melanoma
It’s back! Sunday 18th September! Registrations are open and we will be there too!
We have been invited to come along and offer free skin spot checks to participants.
To register go to: my.city-bay.org.au
To create a fundraising page and fundraise for AMRF melanoma research click here.
Hope to see you there!
Congratulations to our 2022 Research Grant recipients
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