Around the Precinct – 3 February 2022

A prestigious award for two Monash researchers, social media analysis shines a spotlight on health system stress, and urgent calls for global COVID-19 vaccine equity – this week at the Alfred Research Alliance.

2021 Eric Susman Prize

Monash researchers Prof Flavia Cicuttini and Prof Stephen Nicholls were joint winners of the 2021 Eric Susman Prize.

Monash University – School of Public Health and Preventive Medicine

Monash researchers win prestigious award for contribution to internal medicine
Professor Flavia Cicuttini and Professor Stephen Nicholls have been jointly awarded the 2021 Eric Susman Prize for their outstanding contribution to the knowledge of internal medicine.
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Burnet Institute

Social media analysis reveals health system stress
Analysis of social media posts reveals new insights into stresses on the health system and the need for clarity around rules and regulations.
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Australia urged to boost support for Covax
Professor Brendan Crabb is among high-level advocates for vaccine equity urging Australia to boost its support for countries missing out on COVID-19 vaccines.
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Vaccine equity a priority for Australia
The need for Australia to prioritise vaccine equity internationally was among topics addressed by Professor Brendan Crabb on Channel 7’s Weekend Sunrise.
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