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Scope 38
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Alternatively, in this edition of Scope, published in April 2009:
A vision becomes a reality
The concept of a Wellington-based, independent medical research institute was first proposed in the early 1960’s. At that time relatively little research was being conducted in the area due to lack of facilities, nor was it customary for Hospital Boards to foster or support research in their hospitals. Using funds from a trust established by the Wellington Medical Research Foundation and the Wellington Division of the Cancer Society, the Wellington Cancer and Medical Research Institute was opened on 26 July 1979, in rented premises in the Wellington School of Medicine. Read More
Where there's research, there's hope
When the Wellington Cancer and Medical Research Institute was first established in the 1970’s, it was stipulated that approximately half of the Institute’s activities were to be directed to the investigation of cancer, and the remaining half to general medical research. The primary goal of the Institute was to foster research of exceptional quality, for it was considered that to do otherwise would betray the faith and generosity of the Institute’s original benefactors. Read More
Reflections from a founding Malaghan Institute scientist
Prof Mike Berridge is a household name in the New Zealand science arena. His contributions to the field of cancer research are recognised globally and he has played an active role in advising government on landmark policies such as the Royal Commission on Genetic Modification, stem cell research and cancer innovations. Read More
The Malaghan family legacy
The namesake of the Malaghan Institute of Medical Research, Len Malaghan, was born in 1906. As a young man, he was a cheese and butter maker at the Tapanui Co-operative Dairy Factory and had a keen eye for business. Following an opportunity to train under a visiting ice cream manufacturer from the United States, Len and his wife Ann opened a milk bar in Wellington in 1936, specialising in ice cream and milkshakes. Read More
The history of fundraising at the Malaghan Institute of Medical Research
Of course, just as the Malaghan Institute itself has a long history of science going back 30 years, so does the history of its fundraising. As the Malaghan Institute has grown so has the level of support and donations. In 1978, the first year of operation of the Institute, $1525.00 was donated - which in those days was quite a lot of money! Read More
Fundraising update Oct 08 - Mar 09
Charity Golf Tournaments, Lollipop Day - 26 Feb 2009, Grants (Oct 08 - Mar 09). Read More
