Raine Medical Research Foundation
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Balance the Scales
Raine Medical Research Foundation
Balance the Scales: Raine Investing in Trailblazing Women Driving Discovery
International Women's Day is a time to celebrate those who lead with courage, curiosity, and compassion. At the Raine Medical Research Foundation, we believe in the power of balance - because when opportunities are shared equitably, innovation thrives and healthier futures are possible for generations to come.
For almost 70 years, the Raine Foundation has championed medical research in Western Australia, funding projects that push boundaries and transform lives. This legacy began with Mary Raine, a visionary philanthropist who gifted her fortune to establish the Raine Foundation in 1957. Her belief was simple yet profound: support science, save lives. Today, that vision continues through Raine's commitment to empowering researchers who are driving discovery.
Trailblazing Women We've Backed
- Professor Lyn Beazley AO – Her Raine-funded research into optic nerve regeneration was an early chapter in a career that saw her become WA's first female Chief Scientist and a lifelong advocate for science education.
- Professor Fiona Wood AO – A Raine grant in 1996 supported her groundbreaking work on burn wound healing, paving the way for the world-famous "spray-on skin" technology that has saved countless lives.
- Dr Denby Evans – A rising star tackling preterm lung disease, Denby's Raine Priming Grant and Collaboration Award are helping her develop new treatments to give vulnerable babies the best start in life.
- Dr Cele Richardson – With Raine support, Cele is leading innovative research to improve sleep and mental health in young people, addressing one of the most pressing issues in adolescent wellbeing.
Why It Matters
Balancing the scales in research means ensuring that brilliant minds - regardless of gender - have the resources to thrive. Every dollar invested in medical research multiplies in impact, creating breakthroughs that ripple across communities and generations.
Who We Are
The Raine Foundation has funded over 790 pioneering researchers, many of them women, who are dedicated to exploring the complexities of human disease. Through trusted partnerships such as Charter Hall, we amplify the reach and impact of every project.
Mary Raine's Legacy
Mary Raine was a trailblazer in her own right - a business leader who turned her success into a gift for humanity. Her generosity reminds us that progress begins when we balance the scales. Today, her spirit lives on in every Raine-funded discovery and in every life changed.
This International Women's Day, we celebrate the women who are shaping the future of health - and the visionaries who make it possible. Because when we balance the scales, we unlock the full potential of discovery.
If you would like to support the Raine Medical Research Foundation, visit www.rainefoundation.org.au.
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