Blog, Expert Opinions & Interviews
With over 200 scientists, doctors and staff, the Institute is a very busy place! On this Blog page you'll find a collection of stories, articles and interviews from behind the scenes at Australia's Home of Heart Research.
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Women in Science - Dr Inken Martin
17 September 2020
Learn the story of Dr Inken Martin who is studying zebrafish to broaden her knowledge of inherited heart disease.
Women in Science - Diane Fatkin
09 September 2020
The Institute's Professor Diane Fatkin leads the way in molecular genetics and research into inherited heart disease
Heart and Soul - A Tribute to Professor Bob Graham
01 September 2020
Read about the remarkable career of Bob Graham who steps down as founding Executive Director of the Institute after 25 years
A Message from Chairman Matthew Grounds
28 August 2020
Our Chairman of the Board remarks on 25 years of world class research at the Victor Chang Cardiac Research Institute
Women in Science - Audrey Adji
14 August 2020
Meet one of our scholarship winning female scientists. Read about Audrey's amazing journey, PhD and the challenges she's faced.
Women in Science - Jeanette Villanueva
31 July 2020
Innovation Award winner, Dr Jeanette Villanueva shares her journey as PhD student and senior scientist at the Institute.
Dr Alastair Stewart - The Butterfly Collector
26 May 2020
Read how Dr Alastair Stewart made the biggest breakthrough of his career and met the love of his life along the way.
Dr Chris Stanley - Field of Dreams
01 May 2020
Read how Dr Chris Stanley left school to pursue a rugby career but found his calling in the science lab.
Women in Science - Nikki Bart
05 March 2020
Meet the inspiring female scientist, researcher, and cardiologist Dr Nikki Bart, whose work's focus is on heart failure and cardiac genetics.
Women in Science - Sarah Scheuer
10 February 2020
Dr Sarah Scheuer discusses her research and shares some advice for women considering doing a PhD and pursuing a career in science.
Women in Science - Emily Wong
17 January 2020
Here A/Prof Emily Wong reveals how she established her own laboratory in a field dominated by males, while also raising a young family.
Women in Science - Anita Ayer
19 December 2019
What's it like to be a woman in science? Here, Dr Anita Ayer explains why she chose a career in STEM, and her top tips for getting ahead in research.
Sequence of Success - A/Prof Eleni Giannoulatou
19 June 2019
Find out how computational genomics is fast tracking discoveries in CHD, SCAD and dilated cardiomyopathy
Ace of Hearts - Professor Peter Macdonald
23 May 2019
Find out how Prof Peter Macdonald pioneered the Heart in a Box discovery at the Victor Chang Cardiac Research Institute
Top 5 Australian Discoveries
28 March 2019
Learn more about Australia's top 5 blockbuster medical discoveries.
Staying hydrated for heart health
15 January 2019
Drinking plenty of water is one of the most important habits you should adapt to – especially when it comes to your heart health! Find out why.
Acknowledgement of Country
The Victor Chang Cardiac Research Institute acknowledges Traditional Owners of Country throughout Australia and recognises the continuing connection to lands, waters and communities. We pay our respect to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures; and to Elders past and present.