The University of Western Australia is set to create a new position dedicated to blood cancer research after receiving $3 million in funding — the largest independent investment into blood cancer in WA history.

The landmark investment from the Leukaemia Foundation, unveiled on Tuesday, will establish the Leukaemia Foundation Tony Fini Endowed Chair in Blood Cancer, focusing on blood cancer prevention, early detection and diagnostics.

The position — located within the School of Medical Health — will be named after the prominent businessman, thanks to his philanthropic contribution to the Leukaemia Foundation over the past 15 years. It is expected to be filled in 2026.

Mr Fini said he was passionate about helping people who were less fortunate than him.

He said blood cancer researc

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