#transformation | Perfect timing for this series by Australian Institute of Company Directors. Congratulations to Angus Armour, Narelle Hooper and thanks to Alan Kohler. The conversations demonstrate that in these organisation it is more than innovation theatre. It is a demonstration that boardrooms are on the move and Australian enterprises have heard the call to prepare their organisations to compete in a #global #digitaleconomy. Glad that it kicks off with Commonwealth Bank's Chair and University of Technology Sydney Chancellor Catherine Livingstone and Idea Spies Advisory Board Chair David Thodey....MORE > https://www.linkedin.com/feed/update/urn:li:activity:6816585816077406208
Australia's Monash University have received a $2.97 million Medical Research Future Fund grant to commence a new DNA screening study that will identify cancer risk in young adults. The study will develop a low-cost test offered to 10,000 young Aussies with the aim to drastically improve access to preventative genetic testing. Associate Professor Paul Lacaze will work with a team of internationally recognised leaders to develop this tool and accelerate implementation into the healthcare system. | shorturl.at/kxAC5
"Research from universities, research institutes and hospitals are impacting and improving every part of your life. But how many do you actually know about? This list is just scratching the surface! Some you will know, others may surprise you.Watch out for the next issue, when we continue listing extraordinary innovations and breakthroughs that are happening in cities and regional communities all over Australia."MORE > https://thebrilliant.com.au/highlight/34-australian-inventions-changing-your-life-right-now/
