Celebrating 80 Years of Medical Research Excellence with QIMR Berghofer
07 Nov 2025
On 1 November, XENON was honoured to support QIMR Berghofer Medical Research Institute as they celebrated their 80th anniversary with a spectacular gala dinner in Brisbane. As proud sponsors of the evening’s champagne wall, we joined researchers, supporters and partners in commemorating eight decades of groundbreaking medical discoveries that have changed lives across Australia and around the world.
A Partnership Built on Innovation
QIMR Berghofer has been a valued XENON customer for many years, and our relationship exemplifies the type of collaboration we cherish most—one built on shared values of innovation, excellence and pushing the boundaries of what’s possible. Just as QIMR Berghofer’s researchers work tirelessly to unlock medical breakthroughs, XENON provides the high-performance computing infrastructure that enables cutting-edge eResearch to thrive.
The institute’s remarkable 80-year journey has been marked by countless achievements in cancer research, infectious diseases, mental health and chronic conditions. Their work has directly contributed to improved treatments, better diagnostics and a deeper understanding of human health. Supporting organisations like QIMR Berghofer isn’t just good business—it’s about being part of something that genuinely matters.
Infrastructure That Powers Discovery
Behind every major research breakthrough is robust IT infrastructure. XENON has been privileged to provide QIMR Berghofer with the computing power and data management solutions essential for modern medical research. From processing vast genomic datasets to running complex simulations, the infrastructure we deliver helps researchers move from hypothesis to discovery faster and more efficiently.
Our expertise in eResearch solutions means we understand the unique demands of research environments. Whether it’s high-performance computing clusters, GPU-accelerated systems for AI and machine learning, or scalable storage solutions for managing massive datasets, XENON designs and builds infrastructure that researchers can depend on day after day.
An Evening of Celebration
The 80th anniversary gala was a fitting tribute to QIMR Berghofer’s legacy and future. The atmosphere was one of celebration, gratitude and optimism as guests reflected on past achievements whilst looking forward to the next chapter of medical innovation. Our champagne wall sponsorship added a touch of elegance to the evening, providing a perfect backdrop for guests to toast to 80 years of excellence.
Events like these remind us why we do what we do at XENON. It’s not just about servers, workstations and storage systems—it’s about enabling people to do great new things. The researchers at QIMR Berghofer are doing exactly that, and we’re proud to support their mission with infrastructure that never lets them down.
Looking to the Future
As QIMR Berghofer embarks on their next 80 years, the pace of medical research will only accelerate. Advances in genomics, artificial intelligence and personalised medicine will require even more powerful computing capabilities and more sophisticated data management strategies. XENON is committed to staying at the forefront of these technological developments, ensuring that Australian research institutions have access to world-class infrastructure.
We extend our congratulations to everyone at QIMR Berghofer on this milestone anniversary. Thank you for allowing XENON to be part of your journey. Here’s to many more years of partnership, innovation and life-changing discoveries.
If your organisation requires high-performance computing infrastructure for research, contact XENON today to discover how we can help you achieve your goals.



