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Updated ASCIA 2023 Conference program book
Details about sponsored sessions and social functions are now included in the updated ASCIA 2023 Conference Program Book
Registration is still open for the conference, which is being held at the International Convention Centre (ICC) Sydney from Tuesday 5 to Friday 8 September 2023. The hybrid format enables in-person or virtual attendance, and on-demand viewing for registered delegates after the conference.
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ASCIA anaphylaxis e-training reports
Reports on feedback from ASCIA anaphylaxis e-training courses for health professionals, schools and children’s education/care are available open access on the ASCIA website
The feedback surveys were conducted in 2022 and results will be used to guide course updates, as part of National Allergy Council projects.
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ASCIA annual general meeting (AGM) 2023
The ASCIA AGM is being held on Thursday 7 September 2023, 17.30-18.00 at ICC Sydney, during the ASCIA 2023 Conference week. The AGM Agenda includes an overview of the new ASCIA Priorities Report which includes results from the ASCIA member priorities survey conducted in 2022-2023.
Read more about the AGM here
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CFAR postgraduate research scholarships
The Centre for Food Allergy Research (CFAR) invites applications for postgraduate scholarships for food allergy research PhD or Masters candidates. Applications close Monday 4 September 2023.
Read more here
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CIRCA immunogenomics symposium
The CIRCA Australasian Immunogenomics Symposium is being held during the ASCIA 2023 Conference week, on Monday 4 September at the Garvan Institute in Sydney and online.
Register here
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Vasculitis symposium
The 2023 Australia and New Zealand Vasculitis Society (ANZVASC) Vasculitis Symposium is being held in Sydney on 14 October 2023.
Register here
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Quality standard for rheumatoid arthritis (RA)
ASCIA members have been invited to participate in a survey to assist the development of a new Quality Standard for RA, to improve the quality of care for people living with RA. The final quality statements will be based on consensus agreement by healthcare professionals and people living with RA. The survey is open until 6 September 2023. Read more here
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AusPollen partnership impact case study published by NHMRC
An Impact Case Study on the AusPollen Partnership and associated research projects has recently been published by the NHMRC, the peak national body supporting health and medical research in Australia. Read more here
The AusPollen partnership is an important research collaboration for ASCIA and was one of the first research projects supported by an AIFA research grant in 2014, when AIFA was first established. Since then, a total of 27 projects have been awarded AIFA research grants. Read more here
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Recent ASCIA immunodeficiency and autoimmunity updates
New Subcutaneous Immunoglobulin (SCIg) products
New Transition from Evogam to Hizentra AU SCIg products
New ASCIA Laboratory Tests for Autoimmune Diseases Position Paper
Updated ASCIA IVIg Infusion Guidelines
Outcomes from ASCIA Immunodeficiency Strategy Meeting
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Recent ASCIA allergy updates
New ASCIA Venom Immunotherapy (VIT) FAQ and consent form
Updated ASCIA Allergen Immunotherapy (AIT) FAQ and consent form
Updated ASCIA Travel Plan for People at Risk of Anaphylaxis
Updated ASCIA Treatment Plan for Allergic Rhinitis
Updated ASCIA Guide for Milk Substitutes in Cow’s Milk Allergy
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Recent ASCIA submissions
ASCIA continues to advocate on behalf of ASCIA members and has lodged more than 15 submissions over the past year.
Recent submissions have focused on specialised infant formula used in cow’s milk (dairy) allergy and implementation of newborn screening.
Read more here
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Stallergenes Greer (STARG) Foundation science awards
The STAGR Foundation is providing Science Awards in Allergy for young or mid-career scientists to advance precision medicine in the field of allergy or be recognised for outstanding work in the environmental field, to advance the prevention and treatment of allergies. Three awards totalling €150,000 are available and applications close 29 November 2023.
Read more here
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Regularly updated ASCIA webpages
ASCIA Progress Report - National Allergy Council Schools/Childcare Project
ASCIA Progress Report - National Allergy Council Shared Care Project
Conference, Meetings and Events Calendar
Allergy/Immunology Positions
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The purpose of ASCIA is to advance the science and practice of allergy and clinical immunology, by promoting the highest standard of medical practice, training, education and research, to improve the health and quality of life of people with allergic diseases, immunodeficiencies and other immune diseases.
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