Supporting innovation in medical research across Otago.
The Otago Medical Research Foundation is dedicated to supporting important medical research carried out, or conducted by people based, in the Otago region, and encouraging young and gifted people to engage in research.
The Foundation supports innovative, foundational studies (helping develop excellent ideas into larger scale investigations) and student scholarships in Otago.
Grants and Scholarships
Annual Grants Summer Research Scholarships Laurenson Bequest Grants Jack Thomson Arthritis FundRead stories from our supporters.
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Dunedin PaperPlus owners John and Jacqui Brenssell say supporting research is a great way of being involved with the community.
The range of Dunedin's research capability never ceases to amaze Otago Medical Research Foundation council member Sharon Knowles, but none more so than during a pandemic.
"The fact that the Foundation does this incredible grassroots research in Otago means we are supporting both the researchers and the region."
News and Events
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Golf Tournament
18 September 2026
Club Otago Lunch - Julie Woods
14 October 2026
OMRF Gala
12 March 2027
