/robinson-research-institute/ en /robinson-research-institute/news/list/2025/09/09/2025-eureka-prize-winner The Vaccines and Infectious Diseases Group, led by Professor Helen Marshall, was successful in winning the 2025 Australian Infectious Diseases Research Centre Eureka Prize for Infectious Diseases Research. September 9 2025 a1233820 /robinson-research-institute/news/list/2025/09/09/2025-eureka-prize-winner /robinson-research-institute/news/list/2025/09/08/artificially-sweetened-beverage-consumption-lifts-gestational-diabetes-risk Pregnant women who consume five or more drinks of artificially sweetened beverage (ASB) a week increase their risk of developing gestational diabetes by six per cent, new research from the University of 911±¬ÁÏÍø has found. September 3 2025 a1233820 /robinson-research-institute/news/list/2025/09/08/artificially-sweetened-beverage-consumption-lifts-gestational-diabetes-risk /robinson-research-institute/news/list/2025/09/09/lifting-ivf-success-rates Researchers at the Robinson Research Institute are driving innovations to improve IVF outcomes—from non-invasive embryo imaging and smarter sperm selection tools to new training pathways for embryologists. September 2 2025 a1233820 /robinson-research-institute/news/list/2025/09/09/lifting-ivf-success-rates /robinson-research-institute/news/list/2025/09/01/australian-academy-of-health-and-medical-sciences-mentorship Associate Professor Kylie Dunning has been accepted into the highly competitive Australian Academy of Health and Medical Sciences Mentorship Program. Mentees in this program are recognised for their high potential as emerging leaders in health and medical research. August 26 2025 a1233820 /robinson-research-institute/news/list/2025/09/01/australian-academy-of-health-and-medical-sciences-mentorship /robinson-research-institute/news/list/2025/08/04/launching-future-in-focus The Robinson Research Institute is proud to launch Future in Focus—a dynamic new initiative designed to inspire and support the next generation of researchers, clinicians, and health professionals.  August 4 2025 a1233820 /robinson-research-institute/news/list/2025/08/04/launching-future-in-focus /robinson-research-institute/news/list/2025/09/16/robinson-research-institute-at-science-alive The Robinson Research Institute joined Science Alive! from 1 - 3 August for an educational and informative three days of showcasing our research to over 22,000 visitors. August 4 2025 a1233820 /robinson-research-institute/news/list/2025/09/16/robinson-research-institute-at-science-alive /robinson-research-institute/news/list/2025/09/09/menstrual-blood-waste-or-wealth-of-information Our researchers are breaking new ground by transforming what society discards — used tampons — into a powerful avenue for reproductive health research. July 15 2025 a1233820 /robinson-research-institute/news/list/2025/09/09/menstrual-blood-waste-or-wealth-of-information /robinson-research-institute/news/list/2025/07/01/from-fertility-to-family-discover-the-science-of-what-makes-for-healthy We are excited to be part of Science Alive! this year, Australia’s single largest, interactive science exhibition for families. Taking place on Saturday and Sunday, 2 and 3 August at the 911±¬ÁÏÍø Showgrounds, this incredible event brings science to life with interactive displays, hands-on activities, and something for curious minds of all ages. July 1 2025 a1233820 /robinson-research-institute/news/list/2025/07/01/from-fertility-to-family-discover-the-science-of-what-makes-for-healthy /robinson-research-institute/news/list/2025/06/19/2025-rri-step-research-funding-outcomes-announced We are excited to share that we have awarded over $366,000 in Step Research Funding to support 17 innovative research projects led by our talented investigators. These grants are designed to kickstart new ideas, build research momentum, and strengthen future funding opportunities. June 19 2025 a1233820 /robinson-research-institute/news/list/2025/06/19/2025-rri-step-research-funding-outcomes-announced /robinson-research-institute/news/list/2025/05/22/global-childhood-wasting-not-slowing-sufficiently Too many children around the world are still malnourished and too few countries are on track to address the problem that has a life-long impact on a person. May 21 2025 a1233820 /robinson-research-institute/news/list/2025/05/22/global-childhood-wasting-not-slowing-sufficiently