Ada established the Trans Health Research Group at the University of Melbourne intending to provide robust evidence to improve the health and wellbeing of the transgender (trans) community. Her team is one of few worldwide that undertakes clinical trials to understand gender-affirming hormone therapy better, evaluate optimal models of care and improve the mental health of the trans community.

This episode was recorded on 17 May 2022.

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Professor Separovic is a biophysical chemist and Foreign Secretary of the Australia Academy of Science. Following a post-doctoral fellowship at the National Institutes of Health (USA), Frances joined the University of Melbourne in 1996, becoming the first woman Professor of Chemistry and Head of School. Professor Separovic speaks about obtaining a PhD later in life, breaking down class barriers and following her curiosity.

This podcast was recorded on 30 July 2024.
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Laura Mackay is a Laboratory Head and Immunology Theme Leader at the Peter Doherty Institute. In 2022, Laura was the youngest Fellow elected to the Australian Academy of Health and Medical Sciences. Her research is focused on T-cells and the immune system, specifically tissue-resident memory T cells, and how memory T cells protect the body against disease. Chatting with Professor Natalie Hannan, Laura talks about how getting glandular fever as an undergraduate led her to a career in lab research.

This podcast was recorded on 11 July 2023.

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Professor Nicola Phillips is the Provost of the University (Academic Lead, Chancellery) and the standing deputy to the Vice Chancellor of the University of Melbourne. Nicola’s academic interests lie in the areas of global political economy, development, and economic governance. In this discussion, Nicola talks about her motivations for pursuing a career in political science and the University's dedication to ensuring a safe and respectful campus environment.

This episode was recorded on 6 December 2022
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Professor Sarah Gilbert is a vaccinologist whose research has been on the development of
vaccines against infectious diseases such as malaria, influenza and most notably SARS-CoV-2 (COVID-19). The vaccine she helped to develop with Oxford University, the Oxford-AstraZeneca COVID-19 vaccine, has had over 3 billion doses delivered to countries worldwide. In this special in-person interview, Professor Natalie Hannan and Professor Gilbert discuss Sarah’s career and the development of the vaccine while also looking ahead to what needs to be done to combat future pandemics.

This episode was recorded on 27 September 2023

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Professor Jane Gunn AO is the Dean of the Faculty of Medicine, Dentistry and Health Sciences and a general practitioner with over 25 years of experience. In this episode, Jane and Natalie discuss the hard but important work involved in creating an inclusive workplace that champions all aspects of diversity.

This episode was recorded on 10 August 2021.
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Professor Sharon Lewin is a leading infectious diseases expert, inaugural director of the Peter Doherty Institute of Infection and Immunity, Professor of Medicine and a National Health and Medical Research Council (NHMRC) Practitioner Fellow. In this interview, Sharon speaks about the importance of mentors, managing leadership and parenting, and working on a cure for HIV/AIDS.

This episode was recorded on 11 May 2021.
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Dr Marguerite Evans-Galea AM is a scientist, entrepreneur and current Director of Australia’s Cell and Gene Catalyst. She is also the co-founder and CEO of Women in STEMM Australia. In this conversation, Marguerite talks about finding a mentor, knowing your career 'why'; and believing in yourself during uncertain times.

This episode was recorded on 15 December 2022.
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