23 May 2007
Monash University has received two Federation Fellowships in the latest round of funding by the Australian Research Council.
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| Professor Douglas MacFarlane |
Twenty Fellowships have been bestowed on Australia's top researchers, who will receive more than $35 million over five years to make advances in a variety of fields.
At Monash University, Professor Douglas MacFarlane is researching a family of liquids that has an ability to preserve bioactive molecules in a biotechnology breakthrough. These new biocompatible ionic liquids will be investigated for applications in the treatment of diseases such as haemophilia and potential applications for diabetes management.
Professor Bernadette McSherry will undertake research into national model legal frameworks that will help shape the way in which individuals with mental illnesses can access the highest standard of mental health care.
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| Professor Bernadette McSherry. |
Monash University Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Research), Professor Edwina Cornish, said Professors MacFarlane and McSherry were deserving recipients of the Federation Fellowships.
"This reinforces the commitment of Monash University to top-quality research. Professors MacFarlane and McSherry are already well-respected in their fields and this funding will allow them to continue their important research," Professor Cornish said.
Since the scheme began in 2002, 144 Federation Fellowships have been offered. In this funding round, eight existing Federation Fellows have been offered a second fellowship.
Professor McSherry and Professor MacFarlane are available for interview. Contact Steve Pogonowski, Media Communications, on 9905 1253 or 0417 568 781.
For further information on the Fellowships, please contact Fiona Skivington at the Australian Research Council on 0412 623 057.
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