Core Values

Our core values underlie both our approach to research, and the way we treat each other in the lab.

Kindness

We always remember the people we are trying to help. Heart valve disease can lead to significantly lower quality of life. Heart valve replacement surgery is expensive and not accessible to everyone. We recognise that we have been entrusted by others to apply our time and skills to help others by doing research. Even when research gets stressful, we never lose sight of this greater goal.

We treat other people in the lab with kindness. We make sure that everyone feels safe, respected, and included.

We are kind to ourselves too. We take care our health – both mental and physical.

Integrity

We believe in doing the right thing, even when it’s difficult or when no one is watching. We are honest with our mistakes, and don’t ever lie about our data. We take the time to understand and adhere to ethical guidelines. We are accountable for our work. We respect and acknowledge the work of others.

We treat lab members with integrity. We are sincere, truthful and open in our communication. We value each other’s privacy and respect each other’s time. We strive to be reliable and to demonstrate fairness in all interactions.

Innovation

We are committed to pursuing novel ideas and solutions that push the boundaries of what is possible. We ask open-ended questions, question assumptions in the field, get outside our comfort zone, and are receptive to new ideas and change. We actively nurture our curiosity for the human body and the natural world, and, most of all, we maintain that drive to learn, learn, learn.

We believe that true innovation stems from a culture of respect and empathy, collaboration and inclusivity, and psychological safety. We provide each other the courage to challenge the status quo. We are open-minded to other people’s ideas, and provide constructive feedback when we can. We actively look for ways to help others in the lab to develop new knowledge and skills.

We welcome people of all backgrounds and identities to apply to our lab.

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Lab Guide