On Tuesday, 20 May, UNSW Sydney will announce the Ainsworth Endometriosis Research Institute (AERI) – a world-first, multidisciplinary initiative made possible by a record-breaking $50 million philanthropic donation from the Ainsworth family.
This major partnership positions Australia as a global leader in endometriosis research and women’s health, aiming to fast-track diagnosis, improve treatments and change outcomes for the estimated 200 million people living with the disease globally.
Announcement event (media welcome – not for publication):
Date: Tuesday 20 May 2025
Location: The Lounge at UNSW (Level 11, UNSW Sydney Library Building, parking available)
Time: From 10:30am. The event starts at 11:15am, arrive by 10:45am to access broadcast equipment
Speakers include:
- Anna and Lily Ainsworth, donors and advocates
- Case studies with lived experience of endometriosis
- Professor Attila Brungs, Vice-Chancellor and President, UNSW Sydney
- Professor Jason Abbott, Clinical Academic, UNSW Women’s Health
- Professor Caroline Ford, Gynaecological Cancer Research Group Lead, UNSW Sydney
- David Gonski AC, Chancellor, UNSW Sydney
A media Q&A with lead researchers, UNSW representatives and an endometriosis patient will take place following the announcement
Key Facts:
- One in seven Australian women will be diagnosed with endometriosis by age 49
- AERI will use precision medicine and global research collaboration to drive breakthroughs
- The AERI Institute is the largest known philanthropic gift to women’s health in Australia
A press kit with B-Roll, stills and additional information about AERI is available on request
Contact details:
Larissa Baiocchi, UNSW Head of Communications
Phone: 0452 229 349, Email: [email protected]
Please RSVP to confirm attendance
