2020 HMRI Award for Mid-Career Researcher Tracy Burrows intends to find out
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HMRI hosted ImmVirX raises $22 million for human trials
ImmVirX Pty Ltd has announced the successful completion of $22 million in fundraising, which will go towards the first human studies of its new cancer treatment. ImmVirX is a biotechnology company based at the Hunter Medical Research Institute (HMRI*) and is supported by the University of Newcastle Research Associates (TUNRA).
2021 Gastronomic Lunch raises over $114,000 for diabetes research
After being cancelled last year due to the Pandemic, the Gastronomic Lunch of the year was welcomed back in style at Scratchley’s on Sunday, 2 May.
Giving existing drugs a second chance
Preventing the early onset of labour is vital in the fight against pre-term birth but unfortunately developing new drugs is a long and difficult process. Fortunately, there are already several well-studied existing drugs that are known to prevent early labour or stop labour once it has begun.
Borne HMRI Fellowship Appointed for Preterm Birth Research
Early-career researchers are the driving force behind successful advances in science and technology. Thanks to the generosity of supporters, Borne HMRI has announced the appointment of the first Borne HMRI Early-Career Fellowship – Carol Wang.
Getting kids active through education, movement and understanding
Associate Professor Narelle Eather knows the pressure on teachers to cover the curriculum while keeping kids engaged and active. Before teaching at the University of Newcastle and becoming a HMRI Physical Activity Researcher she taught primary and secondary school students.
Hair reveals short, intense exercise sessions conquer school stress
For the first time, measuring the levels of the stress hormone Cortisol in the hair of senior school students has proven that short, high-intensity exercise significantly reduces stress and improves memory, overall wellbeing and fitness in adolescents.
Flu tracking system captures COVID-19 impact
One of the largest crowd-sourced public health surveillance systems in the world, known for detecting the spread of influenza, has revealed the COVID-19 pandemic dramatically impacted the 2020 flu season.
Australian medical research community leads innovation for patients affected by respiratory conditions
World events have placed the spotlight on respiratory health like never before. From severe bushfires to COVID-19, Australians living with respiratory conditions continue to face new health pressures. Through the 2020/21 Investigator Sponsored Studies (ISS) program, GSK has committed a record of $6.9 million to continue supporting the health of Australians. More than 14 Australian […]
What is seitan? The vegan protein alternative going viral online
The trend towards vegetarian and vegan diets means more people are looking for meat-free protein alternatives. Enter seitan (pronounced say-tan), the latest food trend that’s going viral online. by Dr Kerith Duncanson- Accredited Practising Dietician. Originally featured in The Conversation.
