/saigenci/ en /saigenci/news/list/2025/10/16/outcome-of-the-inaugural-professor-abdi-cancer-research-funding-initiative SAiGENCI is thrilled to share the exciting outcome of our inaugural Professor Abdi Cancer Research Funding Initiative.  This initiative is made possible by the generous donation from Professor Abdi, and the tremendous effort of everyone who have contributed to our philanthropic activities.  This round drew a large number of outstanding applications, making the selection process highly competitive. October 16 2025 Debbie Wellington /saigenci/news/list/2025/10/16/outcome-of-the-inaugural-professor-abdi-cancer-research-funding-initiative /saigenci/news/list/2025/08/08/legacy-of-love-precision-and-purpose Dr Leon Pitchon FRCS (Edin), FRCS (Eng), FRACS (MBBS 1959) describes himself as lucky. Born and raised in Cairo, Egypt and of Russian and Spanish ancestry, his family migrated to Australia when he was just fourteen years old. He reflects with deep gratitude on a life of opportunity, purpose – and, more recently, philanthropy.  August 08 2025 Debbie Wellington /saigenci/news/list/2025/08/08/legacy-of-love-precision-and-purpose /saigenci/news/list/2024/11/12/saigenci-supporter-repairs-bicycles-to-support-prostate-cancer-research Richard Dopheide’s younger brother was only 65 years old when his life was taken by cancer.  This tragedy was the motivating force behind Richard’s decision to repair and sell bicycles to raise funds for cancer research.  November 12 2024 Debbie Wellington /saigenci/news/list/2024/11/12/saigenci-supporter-repairs-bicycles-to-support-prostate-cancer-research