Creating Treatment Options For Endometrial Cancer Through High-level Clinical Trials
Funder
National Health and Medical Research Council
Funding Amount
$2,508,156.00
Summary
Endometrial cancer (EC) arises from the inner lining of the womb. Treatment typically involves surgery (hysterectomy) to remove the womb and explore if cancer has affected the lymph glands in the pelvis. The benefit of surgery on the lymph glands is doubtful. My research program will generate evidence to inform clinical practice on the treatment of EC and explore non-surgical treatment alternatives to a hysterectomy for better patient outcomes, particularly in women who wish to start a family.
Reducing The Burden Of Breast Cancer Through Precision Prevention, Targeted Treatment And Enhanced Survivorship
Funder
National Health and Medical Research Council
Funding Amount
$1,491,192.00
Summary
Breast cancer affects 1 in 8 Australian women. Of all the cancers, breast cancer results in the largest number of years of healthy life lost from death and illness. My research will reduce this unacceptable burden of breast cancer for women and their families. Spanning prevention, through treatment to survivorship, it will facilitate reduced breast cancer incidence, more effective treatments and enhanced understanding of the effects of new treatments on ovarian function and fertility.