Funding boost for endometriosis research
The Morrison Government is continuing its support for women and girls with endometriosis by investing over $9.5 million into five innovative research projects as part of its Medical Research
Future Fund’s Emerging Priorities and Consumer Driven Research Initiative.
Endometriosis is a common yet frequently under-recognised chronic disease affecting one in every ten Australian women with the average diagnosis taking between seven to ten years.
Federal Member for Bonner Ross Vasta MP said the funding boost was just another way the Morrison Government showed it support for women.
“These projects will lead to improved diagnosis and treatment of endometriosis and a better understanding of its causes,” Mr Vasta said.
“It is a highly individualised disease, with its symptoms and impact ranging significantly from person to person, including severe chronic pain and in some cases, compromised fertility and sexual function.
“The Government is profoundly committed to tackling this often misunderstood and crippling condition.”
Research projects to receive funding include:
| Administering institution | Project | Total grant value (GST exclusive) |
| The University of Queensland | Genetic variants, early life exposures, and longitudinal endometriosis symptoms study (GELLES).
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$1,856,540.00 |
| Deakin University | A randomised controlled trial comparing yoga, cognitive behaviour therapy and education to improve quality of life and reduce health care costs in endometriosis. | $893,981.25 |
| Monash University | Creating an evidence base for clinical care: A randomised controlled study examining the efficacy of the low FODMAP diet for the relief of gastrointestinal symptoms in endometriosis. | $948,619.20
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| Murdoch Children’s Research Institute | Long STEPPP-A: Longitudinal study of teenagers with endometriosis, period and pelvic pain in Australia to identify early risk factors, educational and management strategies that will lead to optimal health outcomes and appropriate health utilisation. | $1,963,118.00
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| University of Melbourne | Improving diagnosis and treatment of endometriosis. | $3,929,233.50 |
| Total | $9,591,491.95 |
These research projects will contribute to a greater understanding of endometriosis for the benefit of women and their loved ones across Australia.
Further information is available at www.health.gov.au/mrff.
