Mater Medical Research Institute
Overview
The MMRI is a world-class facility whose scientists conduct internationally recognised research. The independent research institute attracts leading scientists from around the world and significant peer-reviewed funding. MMRI's novel research projects have resulted in many unique discoveries which in turn have resulted in world-first innovations to health care.
One of the major strengths of the MMRI is its close working relationship with Mater Health Services. Co-located on the Mater Hospital campus in South Brisbane, the Institute focuses on translational research employing several double-trained clinician scientists. The MMRI's Clinical Trials Centre links medical research with clinical practice. Advancements in research have resulted in a phase one clinical trials for a new immunotherapy-based treatment for prostate cancer. Researchers are in pre-clinical stages for trails for breast cancer and multiple myeloma as well as bone marrow transplants for haematological cancer patients.
MMRI specialises in:
- Cancer biology
- Immunology and dendritic cells
- Epithelial cancer & mucosal biology
- Biotherapies
- Clinical Trials
- Innovative Pathology
Main business focus/
Listing by sector:
- Research Organisation
Contact Details
| Contact person | Professor John Prins |
|---|---|
| Job Title | Director |
| Address | Level 3 Aubigny Place |
| Raymond Terrace | |
| City/Suburb | South Brisbane |
| State | Queensland |
| jprins@mmri.mater.org.au | |
| Phone | 07 3163 2557 |
| Fax | 07 3163 1658 |
| Website | http://www.mmri.mater.org.au |
