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Sax Institute @saxinstitute.bsky.social · 23h

📢We’re hiring a Senior Systems Administrator to help power research that improves lives. Join our IT team and support SURE, our secure research platform used by researchers nationwide. Must be an AU citizen (security-clearance eligible).

🔗 https://bit.ly/3KQe1k0

#Hiring #SysAdmin #ITJobs

Sax Institute @saxinstitute.bsky.social · 15d

Behind great research is great infrastructure. Our Secure Unified Research Environment (SURE) lets researchers access sensitive health data safely — linking hospitals, cancer registries, and general practice data in one secure space.

🔗 Learn more: https://bit.ly/46xtE8l

Sax Institute @saxinstitute.bsky.social · 18d

Mental health challenges are rising, especially among younger Australians. Yet we still know little about what happens through people’s 20s, 30s and 40s. 18 and Up aims to fill that gap and help answer big questions, so better support can be created for us all.
🔗 https://bit.ly/4nvOACI

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Sax Institute @saxinstitute.bsky.social · 23d

📢EOIs open: rapid review on how to increase adolescent physical activity (13-17) at scale in #NSW. EOI closes 1 Oct 2025. Draft due 1 Dec; final 8 Jan.
Find out more about this opportunity or sign up to get Radar email alerts here 👉 https://bit.ly/47Uc2Vn
#AdolescentHealth #PublicHealth #Evidence

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Sax Institute @saxinstitute.bsky.social · 29d

260,000+ Australians.
Over a decade of data.
One of the world’s largest longitudinal studies of ageing and health.

That’s the Sax 45 and Up Study.

Find out more 👉 https://bit.ly/46vVd1D

Sax Institute @saxinstitute.bsky.social · 29d

Shape the future of mental health. Sax Institute is seeking a Scientific Director for 18 & Up, a groundbreaking NHMRC-funded study. Provide the strategic and academic leadership that underpins this landmark national study. 👉Apply here: https://bit.ly/3G3eQRC #healthresearch #leadership

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Sax Institute @saxinstitute.bsky.social · Sep 16

Don’t miss the latest in research news, events, job opportunities and Sax Institute updates.

Subscribe to the Sax’s monthly newsletter Evidence Matters for the latest news direct to your inbox.
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Sax Institute @saxinstitute.bsky.social · Sep 12

⏰ One week left! ⏰ Applications for the 2025 Research Action Awards - recognising early to mid-career researchers whose work has changed health policy and services - close 5pm AEST on Friday 19 September. For more information 👉 https://bit.ly/47jaocQ

Sax Institute @saxinstitute.bsky.social · Sep 9

Shape the future of mental health. Sax Institute is seeking an Operations Director for 18 & Up, a landmark NHMRC-funded study. Lead national ops & partnerships. Hybrid Sydney role. Apply here: https://bit.ly/3IeRigq #healthjobs #leadership

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Sax Institute @saxinstitute.bsky.social · Aug 24

The Sax's Matt Gorringe presented at #SASInnovate Sydney, showcasing how the Sax Institute uses data + AI to drive better health outcomes. From #SURE to #45andUp, we’re delivering evidence that shapes policy and improves lives 💪👏 #DataForGood

Sax Institute @saxinstitute.bsky.social · Apr 16

Our latest edition of Evidence Matters is out now! Find out why the number of Australians with diabetes may be up to 35% higher than previously estimated. There are also great insights into the potential use of AI in public health. Read more 👉 saxinstitute.createsend1.com/t/j-e-wjdwuy-l-c/

Evidence Matters | New research on diabetes, insights into AI in public health, plus jobs and more

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Sax Institute @saxinstitute.bsky.social · Apr 10

We're hiring a Communications Officer! If you're passionate about the health of Australians and excel in crafting engaging and accessible content, we want to hear from you. Join us and make a difference! www.seek.com.au/job/83370071

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Sax Institute @saxinstitute.bsky.social · Apr 9

💡 There’s a lot of hype and promise around the use of AI in public health, but what does current research say about its potential and the risks involved? A new paper in PHRP reviews the evidence 👉 www.saxinstitute.org.au/news/ai-in-p...

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Sax Institute @saxinstitute.bsky.social · Apr 2

Public Health Research & Practice, the Sax Institute’s peer-reviewed journal, now has a new home at CSIRO Publishing! Browse new papers and find out how to submit your next manuscript: 🔗 publish.csiro.au/pu

CSIRO PUBLISHING | Public Health Research and Practice

PU Home

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Sax Institute @saxinstitute.bsky.social · Mar 27

Our latest edition of Evidence Matters is out now! Learn about new research findings on tobacco’s deadly toll, plus insights into addressing weight stigma in maternity care, and info on our upcoming training events.
Read more 👉 saxinstitute.createsend1.com/t/j-e-wvully-l-c/

Sax Institute @saxinstitute.bsky.social · Mar 26

Do you need to know if a program or policy is working? Join our interactive online course on 13 May to learn key evaluation methods for large-scale programs and policies with Emeritus Professor Adrian Bauman. Find out more: www.saxinstitute.org.au/event/introd...

Sax Institute @saxinstitute.bsky.social · Mar 24

The Sax Institute has supported the Heart Foundation with its long-term vision setting process, thanks to our innovative modelling work. Find out more: 🔗 www.saxinstitute.org.au/news/systems...

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Sax Institute @saxinstitute.bsky.social · Mar 13

🚨New research! Daffodil Centre researchers have delved into self-reported genetic testing and its associations with sociodemographic and health characteristics in Australia, using data from the 45 and Up Study. Discover the full insights 🔗 www.nature.com/articles/s41...

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Sax Institute @saxinstitute.bsky.social · Mar 9

Secure your spot at our Working with MBS & PBS Data workshop this April! Learn how to access, manage & analyse these datasets to support health research & policy. events.humanitix.com/working-with...

Working with MBS/PBS data April 2025

Get tickets on Humanitix - Working with MBS/PBS data April 2025 hosted by Dr Anna Kemp-Casey. Online. Tuesday 1st April 2025. Find event information.

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Sax Institute @saxinstitute.bsky.social · Mar 5

A new scoping review sheds light on measuring outcomes for young people accessing alcohol and other drug services. Our review looked at which outcomes and tools are most relevant for this population. 🔗 www.saxinstitute.org.au/evidence-che...

Key domains for youth outcome measurement in alcohol and other drug treatment | Sax Institute

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Sax Institute @saxinstitute.bsky.social · Mar 4

Our latest edition of Evidence Matters is out now! Learn about new research findings on how to delay dementia, new insights into the link between early menopause and heart disease, plus upcoming training events and more! Read more: saxinstitute.createsend1.com/t/j-e-wcuuty...

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Sax Institute @saxinstitute.bsky.social · Feb 27

Smoking kills more than 24,000 Australians every year, or 66 people per day, which is significantly more than previous estimates, according to new research using data from our 45 and Up Study.
🔗 www.saxinstitute.org.au/news/tobacco...

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Sax Institute @saxinstitute.bsky.social · Feb 26

Women with premature or early menopause are at an increased risk of heart disease, but that risk can be offset with a healthy lifestyle, according to new research supported by the 45 and Up Study and the Heart Foundation. Read more: www.saxinstitute.org.au/news/healthy...

Sax Institute @saxinstitute.bsky.social · Feb 11

Registrations are open for our Working with MBS & PBS Data workshop! Learn how to access, manage & analyse these datasets to support health research & policy. events.humanitix.com/working-with...

Working with MBS/PBS data April 2025

Get tickets on Humanitix - Working with MBS/PBS data April 2025 hosted by Dr Anna Kemp-Casey. Online. Tuesday 1st April 2025. Find event information.

events.humanitix.com

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Sax Institute @saxinstitute.bsky.social · Feb 9

Economic abuse often occurs alongside family, domestic & sexual violence—but isn't as well understood. The Money Clinics program is changing that. Our evaluation helped show its impact, securing re-funding & ongoing support. Read more:
www.saxinstitute.org.au/news/strengt...