{"id":2915,"date":"2019-05-23T15:41:40","date_gmt":"2019-05-23T05:41:40","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/wimr.org.au\/?post_type=wimr_news&p=2915"},"modified":"2024-09-30T18:26:43","modified_gmt":"2024-09-30T08:26:43","slug":"wimr-connects-researchers-to-the-public-with-meet-the-researcher-seminar-series","status":"publish","type":"news","link":"https:\/\/wimr.org.au\/news\/wimr-connects-researchers-to-the-public-with-meet-the-researcher-seminar-series\/","title":{"rendered":"WIMR connects researchers to the public with Meet the Researcher seminar series"},"content":{"rendered":"

Last week, The Westmead Institute for Medical Research launched its \u2018Meet the Researcher\u2019 seminar series with a session on Crohn\u2019s disease and ulcerative colitis.<\/p>\n

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The first Meet the Researcher seminar was focused on Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis, collectively known as Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD).<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/figure>\n

The series provides everyone with the opportunity to learn more about research at The Westmead Institute for Medical Research and the tangible impact researchers are making.<\/p>\n

During the first seminar, PhD student Chloe Doyle presented her research on a newly discovered immune cell type that could help researchers better understand the causes of Crohn\u2019s disease, leading to potential treatment options.<\/p>\n

Associate Professor Scott Byrne, Dr Grahame Ctercteko and Professor Golo Ahlenstiel participated in a panel discussion that looked at the role of researchers, surgeons and clinicians in diagnosing and treating Crohn\u2019s and colitis.<\/p>\n

Panel moderator Associate Professor Andrew Harman said, \u201cRates of Inflammatory Bowel<\/p>\n

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Associate Professor Andrew Harman.<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/figure>\n

Disease\u00a0(IBD) are increasing worldwide, so developments in treatment options and preventative measures are crucial.<\/p>\n

\u201cThere\u2019s no right way to treat Crohn\u2019s or colitis. It is largely dependent on the severity of symptoms, where inflammation occurs in the bowel, and the needs of the patient.\u201d<\/p>\n

The panel presented three very different perspectives on how patients can potentially manage IBD, as well as how those options might change in the future with further research discoveries.\u00a0The panellists also responded to a number of audience questions on treatment options, and the potential causes of IBD.<\/p>\n

\u201cIt was a great experience to be able to connect with patients, their family and friends, and the general public, and let them know what we are doing to help treat and prevent IBD,\u201d Associate Professor Harman said.<\/p>\n

Executive Director of The Westmead Institute for Medical Research, Professor Tony Cunningham, said<\/p>\n

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Executive director Proessor Tony Cunningham.<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/figure>\n

he was pleased that WIMR is doing more to open its doors to the public.<\/p>\n

\u201cWe\u2019re making ground-breaking discoveries into major health issues that affect many Australian families, and people worldwide,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n

\u201cIt\u2019s important to us that those who are affected by these conditions, such as inflammatory bowel disease, eye diseases, diabetes and cancer have the opportunity to hear how our researchers are working towards preventions, treatments and even cures.<\/p>\n

\u201cThe first Meet the Researcher seminar was a great success, and I look forward to welcoming more people to The Westmead Institute for Medical Research as the series continues.\u201d<\/p>\n

The next Meet the Researcher seminar, \u2018Keeping an Eye on Your Vision\u2019 will be held in July. Click here to subscribe to our mailing list and receive updates.<\/p>\n

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\nPanellists:<\/strong><\/p>\n

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  • Associate Professor Scott Byrne is\u00a0<\/strong>conjoint Group Leader of the Autoinflammatory Diseases Group at The Westmead Institute for Medical Research. He is affiliated with The Westmead Institute for Medical Research and the University of Sydney.<\/li>\n
  • Professor Golo Ahlenstiel<\/strong>\u00a0is Group Leader of the Liver Immunology Group at The Westmead Institute for Medical Research, and a Staff Specialist in Gastroenterology and Hepatology at Blacktown Hospital. He is affiliated with The Westmead Institute for Medical Research, Western Sydney University and Western Sydney Local Health District.<\/li>\n
  • Dr Grahame Ctercteko<\/strong>\u00a0is\u00a0Head of the Colorectal Surgery Unit at Westmead Hospital. He is affiliated with Western Sydney Local Health District.<\/li>\n
  • Associate Professor Andrew Harman\u00a0<\/strong>is conjoint Group Leader of the Autoinflammatory Diseases Group at The Westmead Institute for Medical Research. He is affiliated with The Westmead Institute for Medical Research and the University of Sydney.<\/li>\n
  • Chloe Doyle\u00a0<\/strong>is a PhD student at The Westmead Institute for Medical Research and the University of Sydney.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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