GERA Foundation Member

The Late Professor Hopper was instrumental in the funding and establishing of the GERA CRE. A world-renown genetic epidemiologist and biostatistician, he was principal or co-investigator on many studies and collaborations across a range of diseases and conditions, particularly breast cancer, colorectal cancer, prostate cancer, melanoma, childhood cancer and asthma. John established, and contributed greatly to twin and family studies as PI, collaborator, and the Director of Twins Research Australia for nearly 35 years. Sadly, John passed away unexpectedly in October 2024. We honour his vision for GERA and his incredible legacy.