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A message to all Australians from melanoma patient Stuart Taylor
Stuart has advanced melanoma which is not responding to treatment. He has shared his story on ABC's 7:30 in the hope that others can escape the same fate.

Olivia Vivian nominates MIA as Charity Partner on Channel 9's Celebrity Apprentice.
A Ninja Warrior legend and Olympic gymnast, Olivia knows first hand the devastating impact of melanoma.

It's 'Game On Mole' this summer!
All Australians are urged to join the fight against melanoma this summer.

Prof Richard Scolyer named Outstanding Cancer Researcher of the Year
The ground-breaking work of MIA's Co-Medical Director Prof Richard Scolyer has been recognised with NSW’s highest accolade for cancer research.

Dr James Wilmott wins 2020 Wildfire Highly Cited Publication Award
A landmark study led by MIA's Dr Willmott is making a difference to melanoma treatment around the globe.

MIA researchers feature on prestigious Highly Cited Researchers 2020 List
The highly anticipated annual list is the “who’s who” of the scientific elite from across the globe.

Game On Mole is back this summer!
The uniquely Aussie awareness campaign ‘Game On Mole’ is back for its second year – with a new look but same important message.

RCPA recognition for Professor Richard Scolyer.
Professor Richard Scolyer receives The Royal College of Pathologists of Australasia Distinguished Fellow Award.

Professor Georgina Long hands on baton of SMR Presidency
Professor Long cites as a highlight of her 2-year Presidency, the phenomenal research output by SMR members who have continued to lead the cancer field despite the impact of COVID-19.

City2Surf 2020
Join in the fun of the virtual event, and together we can run over melanoma!

Join little Madi and Bettina in the fight against melanoma
Little Madi misses her Dad. But she is determined to honour his memory and support life-saving melanoma research.

Toyota and country music fans invited to tip their hat to help tackle Australia's national cancer – melanoma
Melanoma Institute Australia has teamed up with the Toyota Country Music Festival 2018 in Tamworth!

Sun Protection: Facts and Controversies
MIA's dermatologist shares her knowledge with GPs on debunking myths and controversies on sunscreen.

Shannan Ponton joins our March for a cure
Shannan Ponton thought he was invincible – he wasn’t. But his melanoma battle ended up saving more than his own life.

Surprising finding in rare form of melanoma get patients closer to personalised medicine
Researchers have demonstrated that immunotherapy is highly effective in treating a rare form of melanoma – a result that is surprising due to the nature of the tumour.

Using new technology to prevent melanoma
Innovation is helping to prevent melanoma developing in the first place.

Research review of 2017
Research from MIA is changing the way melanoma is managed worldwide and improving patient survival. Here are a few of our key highlights from this year.

Translational research funding boost
A prestigious Fellowship has been awarded to fund research that will change the way melanoma treatment is assessed in the future.

New research to guide clinicians to more accurately stage and manage melanoma patients
New research from MIA has been published that forms the basis of the updated international guidelines for staging melanoma.

Founding father recognised for outstanding cancer care
Professor William McCarthy AM has been awarded the Tom Reeve Award for Outstanding Contributions to Cancer Care.

Melanoma researchers shine at the State's premier cancer awards ceremony
Leading researchers from MIA have been acknowledged with three prestigious awards for excellence in melanoma research.

Enhancing melanoma treatment response through gut bacteria
New research shows that patients who are more likely to respond to immunotherapy treatment have a greater diversity in their gut bacteria.

Melanoma March is just around the corner!
2018 will be bigger than ever, and a little bit different.

Comparing melanoma risk in similar populations across different latitudes
MIA's epidemiologist explains her new research on how country of residence should be considered when identifying melanoma risk.

Congratulations to our Conjoint Medical Directors
Congratulations to our Conjoint Medical Directors, Professor Georgina Long and Professor Richard Scolyer, who have today been announced as Fellows of the Australian Academy of Health and Medical Sciences.

What causes melanoma in 90% of young Australians?
New research shows potentially deadly UV damage can appear decades earlier than you think.

Early lymph node check is saving lives in melanoma patients
Early lymph node check is saving lives in melanoma patients

Congratulations to Associate Professor Anne Cust
We are pleased to announce that A/Prof Anne Cust is the new President of the Australasian Epidemiological Association.

Smoking linked to increased risk of melanoma spreading
New research has shown that melanoma patients who smoke have an increased risk of their disease progressing compared to patients who do not smoke.

Research boost to improve outcomes for melanoma patients
More than $3.5 million in competitive funding grants have been awarded to MIA's researchers.