The Malaghan Institute of Medical Research is New Zealand’s leading independent biomedical research institute, making breakthrough discoveries across cancer, asthma and allergy, infectious disease and gut health. We believe the key to fighting diseases lies in harnessing the immune system, the body’s own natural defence. We have significant expertise in pioneering research programmes focused on immunology, immunotherapy and cell biology to seek better treatments and cures for diseases affecting people worldwide. Our reputation as a cutting-edge medical research and training facility sees us house New Zealand’s brightest and most creative scientists, doctoral students and post-doctoral fellows. This drive to make a difference means we attract and train the best, creating educational and career pathways for scientists and clinicians in New Zealand. Our purpose-built facility on Victoria University of Wellington’s Kelburn campus is home to more than 100 researchers and support staff. Our work is recognised internationally and ongoing collaborations ensure our scientists keep abreast of the latest developments and maintain our research at a world-class level. As a registered charity, we rely on contestable grants, corporate sponsorship, trusts, bequests and donations. All funding contributes to the world-changing potential we strive for, and the belief that we will find, and make available, cures for the diseases that affect us most.