Australian of the Year Richard Scolyer cancer-free one year on from seizure which prompted brain cancer diagnosis - ABC News

Richard Scolyer has confirmed scans show no recurrence of brain cancer, one year on from his initial diagnosis.(Supplied: Richard Scolyer)

Australian of the Year Richard Scolyer has confirmed his latest scans reveal no recurrence of brain cancer, a year on from his initial diagnosis. 

Professor Scolyer, 57, was diagnosed with glioblastoma IDH wild-type last year and became "patient zero" in a pioneering immunotherapy approach developed by his own research on melanoma, which has produced remarkable results. 

On Tuesday, he wrote in an Instagram post that a recent scan showed no new cancer growth. 

Professor Scolyer is treating himself using his own pioneering research on melanoma.(Supplied: Richard Scolyer)

"I had brain MRI scan last Thursday looking for recurrent glioblastoma... found out yesterday that there is still no sign of recurrence. I couldn't be happier!!!!!," he said. 

"Thank you to the fabulous team looking after me so well especially my wife Katie [and] wonderful family!"

About a year ago, the father of three suffered a seizure while in Poland which led to his diagnosis. 

In a video posted in June last year, he said he was "scared" for his future but "thrilled by the support of my colleagues and people around the world as I embark on my cancer journey".

"I am hoping above all hope that the incredible discoveries in melanoma can be utilised to improve brain cancer."

Georgina Long and Professor Scolyer were named joint Australians of the Year in January. (AAP: Mick Tsikas)

Glioblastoma is an aggressive form of cancer with an average survival rate of 12 months.  

Research partner and fellow Australian of the Year oncologist Georgina Long adapted their pioneering research on the treatment of melanomas to treat the brain cancer. 

The duo are co-directors of Melanoma Institute Australia, which revolutionised the treatment of the deadly skin cancer by using combination immunotherapy before removing the melanoma.

Many brain cancer patients and those who have lost loved ones to the disease have expressed their gratitude and hope for a cure on Professor Scolyer's social media pages. 

Professor Long said a scientific paper about Professor Scolyer's treatment was undergoing peer review. 

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