The Victor Chang Cardiac Research Institute is dedicated to finding cures for cardiovascular disease through world-class medical research. Renowned for the quality of its scientific breakthroughs, the team at the Institute is working urgently to discover better ways of diagnosing, treating and preventing the onset of heart disease. With over 200 scientists and doctors working together across 23 laboratories in NSW and WA, the Victor Chang Cardiac Research Institute has earned its place on the global stage as one of the most respected medical research facilities in the world. The Institute was established in 1994 in honour of the pioneering Australian heart surgeon, Dr Victor Chang.