Section 1: Mandatory components for all SSA submissions
All components in section 1 are mandatory and must be completed for all submissions.
https://www.thermh.org.au/research/office-for-research/research-governance/submit-a-governance-application-for-site-specific-authorisation/section-1-mandatory-for-all-ssa-submissionsSection 3: For projects that involve radiation or genetically modified organisms
Complete section 3 if your project involves radiation and/or genetically modified organisms (GMOs).
https://www.thermh.org.au/research/office-for-research/ethics/submit-an-ethics-application-for-review/section-3-for-projects-that-involve-radiation-or-genetically-modified-organismsResearch integrity is a way of thinking and behaving that ensure that research undertaken is trustworthy.
https://www.thermh.org.au/research/resources-to-support-clinical-research-at-the-rmh/online-research-integrity-education-and-resourcesPharmacy RMH Service
We provide services to all areas of the hospital requiring medicines or involved in medication management.
https://www.thermh.org.au/services/pharmacyNew study looks at efficacy of drug treatment in males with Tourette syndrome News article
Researchers at the Royal Melbourne Hospital (RMH) will be evaluating the safety and efficacy of a new drug treatment for adult males with Tourette Syndrome (TS) requiring drug treatment therapy.
https://www.thermh.org.au/news/new-study-looks-at-efficacy-of-drug-treatment-in-males-with-tourette-syndromeUnderstanding antigen triggers in psoriasis Research study
A non-interventional study to investigate triggers in psoriasis.
https://www.thermh.org.au/research/clinical-trials-research-studies/understanding-antigen-triggers-in-psoriasisDeferiprone as a treatment for Alzheimer’s disease Research study
A clinical trial to investigate whether deferiprone delays dementia progression in the early stages of dementia.
https://www.thermh.org.au/research/clinical-trials-research-studies/deferiprone-as-a-treatment-for-alzheimers-diseaseNemolizumab for the treatment of moderate to severe atopic dermatitis Research study
A clinical trial to assess safety and effectiveness of a new drug for eczema called nemolizumab.
https://www.thermh.org.au/research/clinical-trials-research-studies/nemolizumab-for-the-treatment-of-moderate-to-severe-atopic-dermatitisAs a public health service, our care is for everyone. We strive to create safe and supportive environments for all, respecting the rights, dignity and value of people of all ages, background and identities.
https://www.thermh.org.au/about/about-the-rmh/our-purpose-and-promiseWe deliver more than 50 healthcare services in the community and in people's homes, across Melbourne and regional Victoria.
https://www.thermh.org.au/your-care/community-careThe Snow Centre for Immune Health aims to transform how immune diseases are treated and understood. The centre is co-led by WEHI and the Royal Melbourne Hospital, in partnership with the Snow Medical Research Foundation.
https://www.thermh.org.au/about/community-partnerships/snow-centre-for-immune-healthSection 5: Head Start pre-review service
Complete section 5 only if you intend to submit to Head Start, a pre-review service (optional)
https://www.thermh.org.au/research/office-for-research/ethics/submit-an-ethics-application-for-review/section-5-head-start-pre-review-processHepatitis C RMH Service
The Integrated Hepatitis C Service (IHCS) is a nurse practitioner led community and outreach based service offering testing and treatment of hepatitis B and C in a range of settings.
https://www.thermh.org.au/services/victorian-infectious-diseases-service/vids-services/integrated-hepatitis-c-serviceEfgartigimod for the treatment of pemphigus vulgaris or pemphigus foliaceous Research study
A clinical trial to assess how safe and effective the study drug. efgartigimod, is in treating participants with pemphigus who are also receiving oral corticosteroids.
https://www.thermh.org.au/research/clinical-trials-research-studies/efgartigimod-for-the-treatment-of-pemphigus-vulgaris-or-pemphigus-foliaceousWhen you take the time to give us feedback, its important that we share the actions we have taken in response to that feedback.
https://www.thermh.org.au/your-care/providing-feedback/you-said-we-didRehabilitation programs prescribe therapies and treatments to patients following injury, illness or surgery to get them back to their usual mobility and everyday living activities.
https://www.thermh.org.au/services/rehabilitation-medicine/about-rehabilitationThe RMH is one of Australia’s leading health care providers and a key player in hospital-based research. Allied Health at the RMH has a longstanding commitment to research and education.
https://www.thermh.org.au/research/office-for-research/research-endeavours/rmh-research-funding-program/allied-health-scholarshipsNew treatment study for people with lupus Research study
This early-phase study is testing a new treatment for adults with moderate to severe lupus (SLE). The new treatment is a type of antibody designed to help the immune system remove certain B cells that play a role in lupus.
https://www.thermh.org.au/research/clinical-trials-research-studies/new-treatment-study-for-people-with-lupsThe RMH launches new service supporting ‘silver trauma’ patients News article
In an Australian-first, the Royal Melbourne Hospital (RMH) has launched a new service to support older trauma patients.
https://www.thermh.org.au/news/the-rmh-launches-new-service-supporting-silver-trauma-patientsThe RMH palliative care service hits major milestone News article
The statewide Palliative Care Advice Service (PCAS) at the Royal Melbourne Hospital (RMH) has taken its 1000th call since formally launching in August 2021.
https://www.thermh.org.au/news/the-rmh-palliative-care-service-hits-major-milestone