Supporter stories
We are deeply grateful for every contribution, as this enables our groundbreaking research to power new treatments and cures for this and future generations.
Read more about why our supporters donate to Huson Institute.
Stomach cancer and H.pylori
Janine’s story
“I’m not a millionaire and there are other diseases I could have donated to, but stomach cancer is so much more prevalent than I’d realised, and I know my donation will make a difference.” – Janine Flatt, Bequestor
As an African-American US military veteran, Bruce Hall never knew he was in a high-risk group for stomach cancer linked to gastric bacteria (H.pylori) infection.
No-one expected this fit, non-smoking teetotaller to succumb to stomach cancer at the age of 64.
Family’s community rallies
Jessica sadly passed away in 2022 at the age of 13 after a brave fight with a rare brain tumour. When her family generously requested donations in lieu of flowers, their community rallied behind them.
As a result of the nearly $20,000 raised, Hudson Institute was able to purchase a digital microscope that allows a more comprehensive analysis of cancer cells.
“By raising funds in Jessica’s name for this important research, we are hopeful that one day another family won’t have to lose a child to a similar disease.” – Jessica’s father Luke
Long-term research supporter
After a 50-year career in science, including leadership of the chronic disease epidemiology team in Queensland, Margaret Bright has remained connected to Hudson Institute.
Margaret is a long-term supporter and has maintained great affection for the research and its reputation among scientists.
“I’m proud to be a long-term supporter of Hudson Institute for its focus on female leadership in STEM and its outstanding women’s health research,” — Margaret
Fitting legacy for fitness coach
Prominent Australian fitness coach, Daniel Wilson, died in May 2019, just two months after being diagnosed with stomach cancer. He was only 37 years old.
In his memory, an appeal was launched to fund research into earlier, better ways of diagnosing this disease.
This appeal aims to fund a scholarship in Daniel Wilson’s name that will support a PhD student to progress this stomach cancer research to the next stage.
Giving while living to help cancer research
Ann Lorden’s husband Max succumbed to renal cancer in 2017, not long after their granddaughter Ella was diagnosed with osteosarcoma at just eight years old.
This inspired her to do whatever she could to help improve cancer treatments.
“My children and grandchildren could have a lovely holiday with their inheritance after I’ve gone, but there’s more good to be done for kids just like Ella by giving while living.” – Ann
Firefighters support cancer research
Fire Rescue Victoria are generously supporting Hudson Institute’s BRCA1 or BRCA2 gene mutation research via the Firefighters Charity Fund.
“We are excited that this donation will assist in Alex’s research, and feel that any work that will reduce the likelihood of BRCA1 cancer-related illness is worth supporting.”- Dave Harris, Acting Assistant Chief Fire Officer.
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