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Celebrating 70 Years of Medical Research: Commemorative Booklet

  • AMRF
  • 13 hours ago
  • 2 min read

For seven decades, the Auckland Medical Research Foundation (AMRF) has been a cornerstone of New Zealand’s medical research landscape.


From humble beginnings in 1955 when 80 visionary founders pooled resources to fund local medical research to surpassing $100 million in grants by 2025, our story is one of relentless pursuit of knowledge and life-changing breakthroughs.


AMRF logo showing a heart beat line between icons of a stylised man lifting the sky and a caduceus

This commemorative booklet, Empowering Researchers, Transforming Lives, is more than a historical record. It’s a celebration of the people, ideas, and innovations that have shaped health and medical research in Aotearoa and beyond.


You can read about:

  • Pioneering milestones: From the first open-heart surgery in New Zealand to world-first advancements in tinnitus treatment and early dementia detection.

  • Human stories behind the science: Meet researchers whose curiosity and courage have saved lives—from newborns to cancer patients—and learn how philanthropy has powered their success.

  • A legacy of generosity: Explore how visionary donors and families, like the Goodfellow family, ensured every dollar goes directly to support research, creating a model of trust and impact.


This is not just a look back—it’s an invitation to be part of the future. Every page reflects AMRF’s unwavering mission: funding world-class medical research that transforms lives.


Whether you’re passionate about science, healthcare, or community impact, this booklet will inspire you with stories of resilience, discovery, and hope.


Read the booklet today—and help us write the next chapter. Your donation ensures researchers can continue to pursue bold ideas that save lives. Click here to donate now and be part of the progress.



Learn more about the impact your giving can have and how to make a gift.


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