The Robert Connor Dawes (RCD) Foundation. We're supporting paediatric brain cancer matters in areas of Research, Care & Development #aeternumfortis #ConnorsRun
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We join the Australian cancer community in remembering @ProfRAScolyer AO.
A brilliant scientist, clinician and advocate, Richard used his own diagnosis to advance understanding, raise awareness and drive progress for people affected by brain cancer.
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Connor's Run Extra Early Bird pricing ends Sunday (May 1 7). Register now and save: connorsrun.com
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Proud to see this research published in Nature and to be acknowledged as part of the global effort accelerating progress in ependymoma.
This is what collaboration looks like.
New @Nature study shows that androgens keep PFA ependymoma cells in a less‑developed, growth‑prone state—explaining why the tumor is more common in boys. Blocking this pathway slowed tumor growth in models, pointing to a possible therapeutic direction.
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Proud to support early-career talent: Dr. Siri Ippagunta (@StJude @StJudeResearch) is the 2026 CERN & Robert Connor Dawes Fellow.
Together, we’re building momentum against #ependymoma.
Learn more: cern-foundation.org/news/con…
@CERNfoundation @_RCDFoundation
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We're proud to see the first person in Australia to enlist in this innovative trial. We are so proud to be part of the TarGeT collaborative team bringing cutting-edge research to patients in clinical trials.
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A major milestone for paediatric brain cancer research. The TarGeT clinical trial is now open and enrolling its first patient at The Royal Children’s Hospital, Melbourne and Perth Children’s Hospital. Proud to be part of the TarGeT Collaborative. tinyurl.com/3adkuhyc
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10 Nov 2025
📽️ In Part 2 of FivepHusion's business opportunity showcase, CEO Christian Toouli outlines the Company's strong IP & pipeline, including drug pricing and revenue projections.
@FivepHusion
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11 Nov 2025
Exciting progress from FivepHusion as they advance Deflexifol® towards pivotal trials. Learn more via The Market Bull interview 👇
📽️ FivepHusion's CEO joins TMB to discuss the scientific and clinical rationale for the company, focused on their lead asset Deflexifol®.
Across this series we discuss the Company's science, business fundamentals, differentiation and investment opportunity.
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14 Sep 2025
Emotions have continued to swirl among teammates of Essendon captain Zach Merrett following his meeting with Sam Mitchell. 7NEWS.com.au @XanderMcGuire7 #7NEWS
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9 Sep 2025
We’re seeking #consumers to review patient-focused sections of grant applications. Training & support provided. Make a difference for #childhoodcancer - complete application form: tinyurl.com/mr5kyanz
@MaddiesVision @NeuroblastomaAU @_RCDFoundation @BrainCancerCtr @ANZCHOG
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9 Oct 2024
A big-hearted THANK YOU to everyone who made this happen.
Over $1.7 million raised during our 2024 Connor's Run campaign, to help change the odds for young people impacted by brain cancer.
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19 Sep 2024
Fantastic live coverage at the Connor's Run 18.8km start in Hampton on Sunday with @lizdawes62 and ambassador Jack Watts. Thank you Today!
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19 Sep 2024
We're proud to announce Dr Samreen Shaikh @UQ_News has received the 2024 @CERNfoundation and Robert Connor Dawes Foundation Scientific Fellowship Award- with @NBTStweets
Learn more: bit.ly/cern-rcd2024
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On Sunday the team from our Centre for Cancer Research took part in Connor’s Run to show their support for the courageous children battling brain cancer & to fund the research needed to ultimately eradicate paediatric brain cancer 🙌
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ALT Hudson Institute researchers from the Centre for Cancer Research at the Robert Connor Dawes fun run in Melbourne.
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Are you coming to Canberra this year? Last year was a huge success and provided an amazing opportunity to connect with the brain tumour community and policy makers. For all of the details go to btaa.org.au all the links are on the home page. #BTSM
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12 Sep 2024
All Connor's Run donations are currently being doubled!
But hurry, for a limited time only: connorsrun.com
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Our third Ependymoma Science meeting was held this July in Cambridge, UK. This meeting was funded by the major sponsor the Robert Connor Dawes @_RCDFoundation with support from @TexasChildrens Hospital and @CrukCBTCE @ICR_London
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2 Sep 2024
We are so proud to support @DrMistyJenkins and her incredible work!
1 Sep 2024
A new cancer therapy that melts tumours from within could be a breakthrough for incurable brain cancer, if it is successful in clinical trials. > bit.ly/3zdU0hE
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26 Aug 2024
Our 9.30am St Kilda start has sold out!
Spots are still available for our 8am St Kilda start, and our 8am 18.8km Hampton start (although they are selling fast), and our new 10.30am 3km Little Bird Loop.
Register now: connorsrun.com
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