Associate Professor Brett Manley awarded 2023 Marles Medal

Associate Professor Brett Manley from the Department of Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Newborn Health was awarded the prestigious 2023 Marles STEMM award.

Associate Professor Brett Manley, Department of Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Newborn Health.

The Marles Medal recognises his research focused on avoiding potentially harmful mechanical ventilation in preterm infants with breathing problems by using simpler "non-invasive" techniques to support babies' breathing. His research on neonatal intubation has been translated into medical practice that saves infant lives in five countries.

The Marles Medal recognises excellence in research impact, which may include an effect on, change or benefit to the economy, society, culture, public policy or services, health and wellbeing, the environment or quality of life beyond academia. Established in 2020, the award is named in honour of Ms Fay Marles AM, an alumna and first female Chancellor of the University of Melbourne.