South Australian Cardiovascular Research Network (SA CVRN)

Encouraging cardiovascular research excellence in South Australia

In 2023, the Heart Foundation reinstated the SA CVRN with the aim of nurturing and empowering a dynamic and collaborative cardiovascular research community in South Australia. The network has grown to over one hundred members, each bringing diverse expertise and representing various research institutes across the state.

The SA CVRN is committed to elevating cardiovascular research in South Australia by fostering collaboration, building research capacity, securing increased research funding, and advocating for the significance of cardiovascular research to external stakeholders.

Benefits of a being a SA CVRN member:

• Connection with South Australian cardiovascular researchers and research affiliates;
• Invitations to participate and attend forums, workshops, masterclasses and seminars with research leaders;
• Access to information on emerging research, upcoming conferences, grant opportunities and events;
• Being part of a collective voice to support cardiovascular research in South Australia.

We welcome South Australian researchers, clinicians, community, government and industry representatives who share an interest and passion for cardiovascular research to become part of our network. Membership is free, and we invite individuals from diverse backgrounds, including those engaged in research and others, to join us.

SA Executive Committee

The SA CVRN Executive Committee provides governance and leadership to drive the priorities of the SA CVRN for the benefit of the Network.

The current committee includes:

• A/Professor Peter Psaltis, (Co-Chair) South Australian Health and Medical Research Institute
• A/Professor Christina Bursill, (Co-Chair) South Australian Health and Medical Research Institute
• Professor Hannah Keage, University of South Australia
• Professor Jeroen Hendriks, Flinders University
• A/Professor Christopher Wong, University of Adelaide
• Dr Cher-Rin Chong, Basil Hetzel Institute
• Dr Katharine Brown, Telethon Kids Institute
• Dr Emily Aldridge, University of Adelaide
• Mrs Christina Underwood, consumer member

CVRN Rising Stars Sub-Committee

The Rising Star Sub-Committee represents the interests of the Early-Mid Career Researchers of the network. This Committee is responsible for shaping a program of tailored initiatives specifically catering to the interest and developmental needs of EMCRs focusing on capability and capacity building activities.

CVRN Rising Star Sub-Committee members include:

• Dr Katharine Brown (Chair) – Telethon Kids Institute
• Dr Emily Aldridge, University of Adelaide
• Dr Anna Oszmiana, University of South Australia
• Dr Victoria Nankivell, South Australian Health and Medical Research Institute
• Dr Emma Solly, South Australian Health and Medical Research Institute
• Dr Joyce Ramos, Flinders University
• Dr Lemma Bulto, Flinders University
• Mrs Jenelle Dziano, University of Adelaide
• Dr Bethany Gower, University of South Australia
• Dr James Chan, Flinders Medical Centre
• Mr Jackson Howie, University of Adelaide
• Dr Sanuri Liyange, South Australian Health and Medical Research Institute