Celebrating over 100 years of innovation
The inaugural Eva Kolling Research Day provided an opportunity to honour the legacy of a true research pioneer and the significant impact of the Kolling Institute.
Established in 1920, the Kolling Institute is the oldest medical research institute in NSW. It has been at the forefront of innovation for more than a century, with its founding director, Dr W. Wilson Ingram opening Australia’s first diabetes treatment clinic. In 1931, the Kolling Institute of Medical Research was named in honour of businessman Charles Kolling, following a generous donation from his widow, Eva, who was a passionate supporter of health research. At the inaugural event, RNSH honorary archivist Catherine
Storey OAM reflected on the Kolling’s history and evolution. Academic Director Professor James Elliott said the day was an opportunity for researchers to connect with the community and highlight their work. “A key part of our research success will depend on the strength of our community ties, including community driven clinical trials and broad community involvement,” he said.
of the dedicated and skilled clinician researchers within the Kolling Institute.” Early-to-mid-career researchers presented a poster display, illustrating their commitment to improving health outcomes, driving new health policy, and realising global reach. Two awards were announced, with the Excellence in Clinical Translation Science awarded to Temitope Esther Afolabi from the Kolling’s Lab of Ageing and Pharmacology, and Excellence in Basic Science awarded to Daisy (Qinrui) Chen from the Renal Research Lab.
“I would also like to thank the NORTH Foundation for their unrelenting support, and for raising awareness
Attendees at the Eva Kolling Research Day
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