Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre
Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre is a world-leading cancer research, education, and treatment centre in Australia, dedicated to caring for people affected by cancer. With a focus on research, clinical care, and education, it aims to improve treatments, provide better care, and find cures for cancer. The centre employs over 4,200 staff, including more than 700 researchers, and collaborates with health and education partners to deliver high-quality services and knowledge exchange.
Industries
Nr. of Employees
Very Large (1000+)
Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre
Patents
Method for detecting methylation status by using methylation-independent primers
US-8911937-B2
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Method for detecting methylation status by using methylation-independent primers
US-8911937-B2
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Comprehensive cancer care including diagnostics, treatment planning, radiation therapy and day therapy across multiple campuses.
Ongoing clinical trial opportunities spanning prevention, diagnosis, treatment and survivorship, with information and referral pathways for clinicians and patients.
Shared research technologies and technical services, including bioinformatics, to support basic and translational research projects.
Clinical education, nursing education, postgraduate research training and professional development courses (including Good Clinical Practice resources).
Wellbeing centre services, psychosocial support, carer resources and survivorship programs to complement clinical care.
Structured referral intake, oncology information resources and prevention/assessment tools to support referring health professionals.
Comprehensive cancer care including diagnostics, treatment planning, radiation therapy and day therapy across multiple campuses.
Ongoing clinical trial opportunities spanning prevention, diagnosis, treatment and survivorship, with information and referral pathways for clinicians and patients.
Shared research technologies and technical services, including bioinformatics, to support basic and translational research projects.
Clinical education, nursing education, postgraduate research training and professional development courses (including Good Clinical Practice resources).
Wellbeing centre services, psychosocial support, carer resources and survivorship programs to complement clinical care.
Structured referral intake, oncology information resources and prevention/assessment tools to support referring health professionals.
Expertise Areas
- Clinical trial management
- Translational research (bench-to-bedside)
- Laboratory cancer research
- Health services research
Key Technologies
- Clinical trial methodologies
- Cohort study design
- Health services research methods
- Bioinformatics and data analytics
News & Updates
Event on 03 July 2025 showcasing innovations in cancer research and treatment.
Research breakthrough on 03 July 2025 exploring CAR T-cell therapy for solid tumours.
Research update on 27 June 2025 on protecting hearing during chemotherapy.
Development news on 25 June 2025 about the future planning of the Parkville cancer precinct.
Event on 24 June 2025 highlighting nursing leadership in cancer care.
Feature article on 21 June 2025 about the research efforts at Peter Mac.
Event on 03 July 2025 showcasing innovations in cancer research and treatment.
Research breakthrough on 03 July 2025 exploring CAR T-cell therapy for solid tumours.
Research update on 27 June 2025 on protecting hearing during chemotherapy.
Development news on 25 June 2025 about the future planning of the Parkville cancer precinct.
Event on 24 June 2025 highlighting nursing leadership in cancer care.
Feature article on 21 June 2025 about the research efforts at Peter Mac.