WIRF launches new podcast series

WIRF launches new podcast series

The Women and Infants Research Foundation has launched a brand new podcast series titled In Scientific Dialogue With…

The monthly podcast, hosted by WIRF Research Talent Development Officer Vicki Main, celebrates the groundbreaking work of inspiring individuals who are transforming maternal and newborn health in Western Australia.

Each episode of In Scientific Dialogue With… will feature conversations with medical researchers, clinicians, nurses, midwives, and healthcare professionals who are making a real impact on the lives of mothers and newborns.

From preterm birth prevention to maternal mental health, neonatology, and gynaecology, we’re shining a light on the research and clinical practices driving change.

We’ll also delve into the incredible contributions of those working in allied health, femtech, and clinical audits, showcasing the multidisciplinary efforts shaping the future of healthcare in WA.

Tune in to hear from the champions leading the way in the health of women and babies – their work is paving the road to a brighter, healthier future for all.

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First episode released – In Scientific Dialogue With…Dr Sean Carter
24 April 2025

Episode one is live! Join host Vicki Main as she speaks with WIRF researcher Dr Sean Carter — a John Monash Scholar, RANZCOG Senior Registrar at King Edward Memorial Hospital, and PhD candidate at the National University of Singapore.

Dr Carter’s research is paving the way for better outcomes of preterm birth through enhanced antenatal corticosteroid therapy. From the molecular science of fetal lung maturation to the future of maternal care, this is a conversation you won’t want to miss.

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