PhD SCHOLARSHIPS POSTPONED FOR 2026

Unfortunately the Foundation is not able to offer a PhD scholarship in 2026 but is hopeful that this award will be made available again in the near future. This scholarship is subject to available funds and as such is not offered every year. When funding becomes available candidates will be advised on the site and […]

BGRF Emerging Researcher for 2024 Dr Emma Foster

Dr Emma Foster with her mentors, Professor Terry O’Brien and Professor Patrick Kwan In addition to this medal the Bethlehem Griffiths Research Foundation awarded the 2024 Emerging Researcher of the Year to Dr Emma Foster, for her work to improve the care and outcomes for the more than 14,000 Australians who experience their first seizure […]

BGRF Honours Palliative Care Champion

Professor Jennifer Philip with BGRF Chairperson, Chris Wilson The 2024 Bethlehem Griffiths Research Foundation medal has been awarded to Professor Jennifer Philip for improving access to palliative care in previously underserved populations. A national leader in palliative care health, her outstanding ability to build collaborations with researchers, clinicians, policy makers and the community has resulted […]

CALL FOR MEDICAL RESEARCH GRANT APPLICATIONS FOR 2026

2024 BGRF grant recipients The Foundation is only able to offer a very limited number of grants in 2026 so institutions are asked to select one application for a research grant into progressive neurological disorders, stroke or palliative care to commence early in 2026.   Applicants for grants, which are for $60,000, must be carrying out […]