We are delighted to announce the finalists of the 2025 ACvA Excellence in Cardiovascular Research Awards.

These prestigious awards celebrate and recognise outstanding excellence in innovation, mentorship and translation, highlighting the vital contributions being made to advance cardiovascular and stroke research across Australia. The finalists represent exceptional leadership, discoveries, and dedication, and their work continues to make a meaningful impact on health outcomes nationwide.

Game Changer Award

Dr Daniel Beard & Team

Professor Anthony Rodgers & Team

Dr Stella Talic & Team

Mentor Award

Professor Dominique Cadilhac

Professor Leonid Churilov

Professor John Fraser

Translation Award

Professor Clara Chow & Team

Professor Francine Marques & Team

Professor Alta Schutte

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We extend our congratulations to the nine finalists and their teams for their remarkable achievements and commitment to excellence.

The award winners will be announced at the Awards Ceremony in Sydney on Tuesday, 17 February 2026. 

Learn more about the finalists, their innovative research, and their achievements HERE.

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