The Australian Medical Research Advisory Board (AMRAB) determines the Australian Medical Research and Innovation Strategy and the Australian Medical Research and Innovation Priorities. The Health Minister takes the priorities into account in making decisions in relation to the financial assistance provided from the Medical Research Future Fund Special Account. AMRAB consists of the CEO of the NHMRC, and other persons appointed by the Health Minister with suitable experience and knowledge.
Current board appointments
| Position | Appointee | Start Date | End Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chair | VACANT | ||
| Deputy Chair | Prof. Caroline Homer AO | 10 September 2021 | 28 February 2026 |
| Member | Prof. Tom Calma AO | 10 September 2021 | 28 February 2026 |
| Member | Ms. Imelda Lynch | 10 September 2021 | 28 February 2026 |
| Member | Prof. Douglas Hilton | 10 September 2021 | 28 February 2026 |
| Member | Professor Prof. Steve Wesselingh | 28 August 2023 | 27 August 2026 |
| Member | Prof. Denise Doolan | 10 September 2021 | 28 February 2026 |
| Member | Mr. Yasser El-Ansary | 10 September 2021 | 28 February 2026 |
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