Research Corner: Association between CHEK2 gene mutation and risk of developing cancers, by Hasna Kazi

In this piece, Hasna Kazi, a preclinical representative for the Medical Research Students Society, shares with The Auricle some original research analysing the link between the CHEK2 gene and cancers. This piece originally featured in our July-September Edition.

Author’s note: Acknowledgement of supervisor – Dr Shuai Li at the Breast Cancer Unit, Centre for Epidemiology and Biostatistics, University of Melbourne. Dr Li was a brilliant and understanding supervisor and I cannot thank him enough for this opportunity.





Visual Art 2nd Place – “Retro Funk” by Charlotte Raberger

“Retro Funk” by Charlotte Raberger received second prize in the Visual Art division of the 2022 MIPS x The Auricle Creative Writing and Visual Art Competition.

Artist’s note: Encompassing metamorphosis, these sculptures repurpose old kitchen utensils to create something new and ‘funky’. The black and white painted pattern connects the figures, symbolising commonalities between humans despite so many differences, represented by the variety of body shapes and vibrant patterns.

All winners can be seen in The Auricle’s July-September Edition.