Robinson Research Institute

08/12/2025

We love giving at RRI - from giving healthier futures to women and children to gifting Reverse Advent Calendar boxes, providing food and essentials to local families in need this year. Team RRI got behind it with many members collecting boxes to fill, and the communal boxes in the office are taking shape too!

02/12/2025

A new international survey, led by members of Robinson Research Institute, highlights the uptake of medical imaging as a first-line, non-invasive tool for diagnosing endometriosis on a global level.

The IMAGENDO project is a leading player in this field - using medical imaging and artificial intelligence to transform how endometriosis is diagnosed.
🗳️ Read the study 👉 https://shorturl.at/p85fE
📷 More about IMAGENDO 👉 https://shorturl.at/zhmlI
📩 Stay informed 👉 https://shorturl.at/lIxAf

25/11/2025

Cerebral palsy isn’t a single condition with a single cause. It can arise from genetic, environmental, or combined factors that interfere with early brain development.

This new study showed that MRI scans of brain patterns can help predict the likelihood of finding an underlying genetic cause in children with cerebral palsy - paving the way for more precise diagnosis. More ➡️ https://www.adelaide.edu.au/robinson-research-institute/news/list/2025/11/25/mris-reveal-genetic-clues-in-cerebral-palsy

17/11/2025

👋Meet AIMEE - the AI Mentor for Endometriosis Ultrasound Education.

AIMEE’s ambition is to help close the shortage of sonographers with the specialised skillset required to perform complex scans for endometriois. The e-learning app for sonographers, enhanced by real-time AI feedback, provides immediate guidance to help users refine technique, improve accuracy, and build diagnostic confidence when scanning for endometriosis.

Ultrsound for complex gynaecological conditions - such as endometriosis - was added to the Medicare Benefits Schedule (MBS) in Australia earlier this month in a bid to increase accessibilty and more timely diagnosis.

Based on our commitment to accelerate research translation and improve clinical practice, Robinson Research Institute provided funding in 2024 and 2025 to support the development of AIMEE. More 👉 https://buff.ly/QfjLnVj

13/11/2025

13/11/2025

We proudly hosted the 11th annual Lloyd Cox Memorial Lecture, delivered by Professor Danielle Mazza AM, Head of the Department of General Practice at Monash University.

In her presentation, titled 'From Aspiration to Access: Building equitable, high-quality women’s sexual and reproductive health care in Australian primary care settings', Professor Mazza explored how Australia can bridge the gap between our aspirations for women’s health and the realities of access, particularly around contraceptive care in General Practice settings.

The Lloyd Cox Memorial Lecture series celebrates the legacy of Professor Lloyd Cox by featuring research leaders in reproductive and women’s health whose work embodies integrating science, clinical excellence and innovation to improve health for women and families.

We thank Professor Mazza for an inspiring and thought-provoking presentation, and all who joined us for this special event.

Read more 👉 https://www.adelaide.edu.au/robinson-research-institute/news/list/2025/11/13/2025-lloyd-cox-memorial-lecture-delivered-by-professor-mazza

30/10/2025

It’s ‘quality’ over ‘quantity’ when it comes to weight loss intervention to boost male fertility. Whilst obesity has detrimental effects, achieving pregnancy may be more dependent on optimising nutrition and exercise rather than substantial weight loss alone.

This study was the first comprehensive analysis to look at the reproductive effect of multiple obesity interventions on s***m in men, and whether the amount of weight lost makes a difference.

More 👉https://www.adelaide.edu.au/robinson-research-institute/news/list/2025/10/30/weight-loss-alone-not-enough-to-boost-mens-fertility

27/10/2025

🌟 Congratulations to Tayhia, recipient of the Robinson Research Institute’s 2026/2027 Future in Focus Scholarship! Awarded as part of our new Future in Focus initiative, the scholarship supports the educational journey of a student in their senior High School years.

We’re excited and committed to support Tayhia on her journey as she explores future pathways in science and health research. 🔗 Learn more about the Future in Focus program: https://www.adelaide.edu.au/robinson-research-institute/news/list/2025/10/27/future-in-focus-inspiring-the-next-generation-of-health-researchers

27/10/2025

It was a pleasure to host our first group of High School students for the Future in Focus Work Experience Program. We welcomed a group of curious and passionate Year 10 –12 students, eager to explore careers in science, medicine and health research. 👩‍🔬

Over three inspiring days, students went hands-on in research labs, toured world-class facilities, and heard from scientists about the topics of reproductive health, fertility, genetics, neonatology and AI in medical research. 🔗 More about the program: https://www.adelaide.edu.au/robinson-research-institute/news/list/2025/10/27/future-in-focus-inspiring-the-next-generation-of-health-researchers

21/10/2025

The Robinson Research Institute community gathered for the annual Symposium, exploring the Science to Solution Pipeline.

The day celebrated the breadth of research within the Institute and the power of collaboration across the research journey — from consumer voices shaping discovery, to translating innovation into real-world health outcomes.

Our young research talent ‘battled it out’ in 3-minute Rapid Fire Presentations, pitching their projects and showcasing their talent.

Highlights included guest speaker Professor Matt Dun’s keynote presentation on targeting genetic vulnerabilities in diffuse midline glioma, showcases of consumer-driven research, translational breakthroughs and the award ceremony.

Congratulations to all our award recipients — your dedication, innovation and collaboration continue to advance health and wellbeing across generations. 👏

🏆 2025 RRI Director’s Award: Professor Louise Hull
🏆 2025 Rapid Fire Presentation - Best presentation by EMCR: Dr Mia Majstorovic
🏆 2025 Rapid Fire Presentation - Best presentation by HDR: Amelia Noone
🏆 2025 Rapid Fire Presentation - Most creative presentation: Danielle Bailey
🏆 2025 Jeffrey Robinson Honours Scholarship: Olivia Wilson
🏆 2025 Repromed Reproductive Health Scholarship: Natasha Tavener

For more details and photos from the day 👉 https://www.adelaide.edu.au/robinson-research-institute/news/list/2025/10/20/from-science-to-solution-2025-robinson-research-institute-symposium

17/10/2025

Doors have opened to the annual Robinson Research Institute Symposium for an exciting day of presentations, conversations and knowledge sharing, focusing on the Science to Solution Pipeline.

Three sessions - ‘Voices Shaping Research’, ‘Consumer Need to Science Lead’, and ‘Delivery on Discovery’ will guide the day and we are excited to hear from our young research talent, pitching their research in a Rapid Fire Session

16/10/2025

During pregnancy, some people develop a liver disorder known as Intrahepatic Cholestasis of Pregnancy (ICP). It can cause intense itching, jaundice, and carries risks for both mother and baby if not monitored carefully. Professor Bill Hague helped unpack ICP in this podcast 👉🎧 Listen in

Intrahepatic cholestasis of pregnancy (ICP) is the most common liver condition due to pregnancy, yet one that still generates a lot of clinical uncertainty. ...