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Westpac Scholar determined to improve health outcomes in Australia
Early career researcher, Monica Phimmachanh is on a mission to advance cancer treatment in Australia. With the backing of Westpac Scholars Trust, she just completed a PhD at the Garvan Institute of Medical Research – work that could transform health outcomes for cancer patients.
Indigo Strudwicke on what it’s like to apply for a Westpac Future Leaders Scholarship
When science communicator and researcher Indigo Strudwicke applied for a Westpac Future Leaders Scholarship, she was compelled to think in a way she hadn’t before. Although challenging, she says it was the most rewarding part of the process.
Westpac Scholar Explores Gender and Resilience in Northern Kenya's Pastoralist Communities
In the heart of Northern Kenya, amidst the rugged landscapes of the Moyale region, lies a story of resilience, gender dynamics, and the fight against climate change. For Westpac Future Leader Scholar Rebekah Ash, this story was life-changing.
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Westpac Scholar determined to improve health outcomes in Australia
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Westpac Scholar Explores Gender and Resilience in Northern Kenya's Pastoralist Communities
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Nothing to lose, everything to gain
A tale of two cities and my reflections on leadership