Robinson Research Institute

20/01/2026

Quench your thirst and nurture your brain at Science in the Pub Adelaide. RRI researcher A/Professor Jodie Avery will be on the panel, talking about how non-invasive medical imaging can be used to diagnose endometriosis. Register 👇

Happy New Year! Our first event for 2026 will be on The Science of Non-invasive Imaging.

We're starting the new year with exciting and very diverse applications for light and imaging, with local research featuring wine, endometriosis and bugs!

Everyone is welcome, and as always, registration is free but do reserve a seat using the link (in the comments section) to help us with the event set-up.

14/01/2026

S***m might be ‘multitasking’ and this could help explain why some couples struggle to conceive.
A project, led by RRI researcher Dr David Sharkey and Dr John Schjenken investigates how s***m may help prepare the immune environment for pregnancy, beyond just fertilising an egg.

This research could unlock new answers for the many people facing unexplained infertility.

Learn more 👉 https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/could-s***m-multitasking-new-research-delve-5cqcc

09/01/2026

Planning for a baby one day or just want to keep your options open?
In this article, fertility expert and RRI research leader Professor Louise Hull breaks down what you can do now to protect your future fertility.

From healthy habits and egg or s***m freezing, to navigating chronic conditions, cancer treatment or gender-affirming care - planning ahead can make a real difference.

Read the full article here 👇

From condoms to the contraceptive pill, s*x education for teens and young adults typically includes information on how to avoid pregnancy but often lacks information on how to safeguard our fertility. Many of us desire to become a parent one day.

05/01/2026

As part of the transition to Adelaide University, this page now represents Robinson Research Institute at Adelaide University.

Thank you to everyone who has followed and supported us on our journey under the University of Adelaide. We’re proud to continue sharing our achievements and our impact on improving reproductive, maternal and child health as part of this new chapter.

30/12/2025

A big year wrapped up in less than 30 seconds! Thanks to everyone who’s played a part in 2025.

23/12/2025

As we approach the festive season, we want to thank our research community, collaborators, partners, and the many families and individuals who inspire our work every day.

Whether you celebrate Christmas, another tradition, or simply enjoy a moment of rest at this time of year, we hope this season brings you connection, kindness, and renewal.

Thank you for supporting us on our mission to deliver world-class advances in human reproduction, maternal, and child health in Australia, and around the world! We’re excited for 2026 - under the roof of Adelaide University.

16/12/2025

Our quarterly issue of 𝐅𝐫𝐨𝐦 𝐅𝐞𝐫𝐭𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐭𝐨 𝐅𝐚𝐦𝐢𝐥𝐲 is out now!

Inside: tips on safeguarding your fertility, innovation and AI in endometriosis ultrasound, women’s reproductive health in primary care, and how we nurture the next generation of health researchers.

📩 Read it here: https://shorturl.at/wNPwf

🔔 Sign up to get future editions straight to your inbox https://mailchi.mp/adelaide.edu.au/newsletter-subscription

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