Professor Richard Scolyer will undergo surgery as he prepares for what could be the final stage in his brave fight for life.
The 2024 Australian of the Year, 58, was diagnosed with an 'incurable' grade four brain cancer in June 2023 after he suffered headaches and seizures while on holiday.
His cancer, a glioblastoma, is often referred to as 'the worst' sort of cancer because of its aggressive nature, with most sufferers surviving less than a year after diagnosis.
The bulk of the tumour was stripped shortly after the diagnosis.
Then followed a series of experimental therapies based on his own melanoma research, including immunotherapy, 'debulking' surgery and a 'cancer vaccine' .
In May last year, the University of Sydney professor declared that he had been cancer-free for nearly 12 months.
But five months later, the decorated scientist revealed a recent MRI had shown an area of concern.
On Monday, Professor Scolyer will undergo surgery at Chris O'Brien Lifehouse in Camperdown to 'explore' the changes in his brain.
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