As today is International Clinical Trials Day (commemorating 20 May 1747, the day on which James Lind started his famous trial comparing treatments for scurvy), Snowdome is proud to share the following links to articles that appeared in the media today. The trial in the spotlight of all articles is supported by Snowdome funding. Consultant haematologists … Continued
Late in 2014, the Snowdome Foundation was contacted by two different parties with a common cause. They both wanted to fundraise for Snowdome. Both parties couldn’t be more different. One was a group of dedicated cyclists who intended to tackle the fiercest slopes New Zealand could offer – in the name of charity. The other … Continued
It is with great delight that we welcome leading infectious diseases physician, Professor Sharon Lewin FRACP, PhD, FAAHMS, to our Board. Sharon is an internationally renowned researcher in HIV who has led pioneering research in the laboratory and clinical trials aimed at finding a cure for HIV. She was the local co-chair of the 20th … Continued
The Snowdome Foundation is auctioning a ‘Chef’s Table for 4’ generously donated by world-renowned Chef, Heston Blumenthal, to help raise money to fight blood cancers. The booking is for 7pm on Saturday 11 July, 2015*, which is only a few short weeks before the restaurant will close and head back to the U.K. If you … Continued
Throughout 2013/14, Snowdome was successful in joining several like-minded major donors* to establish the Centre of Research Excellence in Myeloma (CRE-M) in Melbourne. This $3million investment will support a global best practice research approach in ‘personalised or precision medicine’ which, according to reports from the U.S. and Canada, is an emerging approach for the treatment … Continued
They’re off and away! 800kms over 6 gruelling days through New Zealand’s beautiful but challenging countryside. Thank you Fireflies. You told us your fundraising goal was $22,000 but at last report, you’ve far exceeded this! An amazing effort and contribution. The Snowdome Foundation thanks you for ‘making hope real’ for Australians with blood cancers. We … Continued
We are proud to share that 215 Australian blood cancer patients have gained access to new, cutting-edge therapies since Snowdome formed in 2010. This year has been a record-breaking year in fund raising for Snowdome, and it has also been a record breaking year in granting funds. Snowdome’s ability to quickly fund strategically important projects … Continued
Janet has endured a multitude of harsh and debilitating treatments since learning she had Myelodysplastic Syndrome (a form of leukaemia) early in 2002. During this time she also endured a relapse, various chest and lung infections and a kidney malfunction resulting in long hospital stays and a constant battle to maintain a positive attitude. It … Continued
On 15 October 2014, our second ‘Great Shake-Up’ virtual fundraising event was streamed live from AFL Media’s studios in Melbourne into 100 corporate boardrooms, private functions and even a yacht in Docklands! The event raised over $550,000 for blood cancer research and with the amazing support of our partners and volunteer committee we were able … Continued