We are delighted to report that Dr Jake Shortt (pictured second from left with Snowdome CEO, Miriam Dexter, the Hon. David Davis and Snowdome Director, Nicky Long) has been awarded the Eva and Les Erdi / Snowdome Foundation Fellowship for New Targets in Haematological Malignancies. The announcement was made recently at a Victorian Cancer Agency … Continued
Reviewing the diary of Gayle’s lymphoma now in its fifth year, I am reminded of the huge range of emotions both from the patient’s and the carer’s experience. Shock and surprise were first, when Gayle was first diagnosed with Lymphoma in the brain although she was one of the most active and vital 65 year … Continued
We would like to pay tribute to Professor Richard (Dick) Smallwood AO. Retiring after four years as a Board member, Dick also chaired the Grants committee where he lent his substantial scientific and medical gravitas to Snowdome greatly contributing to the Foundation’s success. Dick’s career achievements are many: he is an Emeritus Professor of Medicine, … Continued
To ensure optimal enjoyment of the Snowdome Foundation’s ‘Great Shake-Up’ 2014, you will need to follow these simple guidelines: Ensure there is internet access. A wired internet connection with a minimum of 2000kbps download speed is recommended for optimal viewing. Have IT staff members accessible, if needed. Invite your guests:- Send out a calendar invitation with … Continued
The inaugural Snowdome Foundation’s ‘Great Shake-Up’ was held in August 2013. It was the first-ever virtual fundraising event held in Australia. Click here to view 2013 highlights video. The ‘Great Shake-Up’ 2013 delivered significant results: Raised $1.3 million from registration and subsequent donations 125 businesses participated 2,500 people learned about the urgent need for blood cancer … Continued
Click here to watch highlights of the ‘Great Shake-Up’ 2013. Save the date for 2014! Slot it into your diary – 12.30pm on Wednesday 15 October 2014 – to participate in our live webcast & interactive fundraising event.
To view our 2012/13 Annual Report, click here. Since 2010, Snowdome has been working hard to raise funds and direct them towards achieving our mission: to accelerate new treatments for Australian blood cancer patients to help them live longer, better lives. At the end of the 2012/13 financial year, we had secured and directed $3,800,000. … Continued
Dr. Andrew Wei, head of the acute myeloid leukaemia (AML) program at The Alfred Hospital, describes his passion for blood cancer research as ‘my mission in life is to cure acute myeloid leukaemia’. AML is a disease where little progress has been made on advancing treatments, especially in elderly patients and those resistant to chemotherapy. … Continued
The Snowdome Foundation is delighted to announce a joint initiative with the Victorian Cancer Agency (VCA) to deliver an innovative Clinical Research Fellowship up to $800K over 4 years which will assist in ‘making hope real’ in the fight against blood cancers. The Eva and Les Erdi / Snowdome Foundation Fellowship for New Targets in … Continued