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What does having a ‘good relationship with food’ mean? 4 ways to know if you’ve got one
Laureate Professor Clare Collins AO and Professor Tracy Burrows from HMRI’s Food and Nutrition research program share what having a good relationship with food really looks like.
Bushfire smoke, heat and pollen: Protecting our lung health during the warmer months
As the temperatures rise and the days grow longer, many of us eagerly anticipate the arrival of warmer months. It is the time of year for us to enjoy the great outdoors, however, for individuals with asthma and other respiratory conditions, the warmer months can bring a host of challenges and potential risks to lung […]
‘That’s getting a bit wild, kids!’ Why children love to play-fight and why it is good for them
That’s getting a bit wild, kids! Why don’t you play something quieter? How often have you found yourself saying something like this to your children as they’re rolling around on the lounge room floor?
How to treat jellyfish stings (hint: urine not recommended)
If you have been stung by a jellyfish at the beach, you’ll know how painful and unpleasant it can be. But how best to treat jellyfish stings has been debated over the years.
Introducing HMRI’s Mid-Career Researcher of the Year in 2022, Professor Pradeep Tanwar: A non-linear thinker
Mid-Career Researcher of the Year in 2022, 42-year-old Professor Pradeep Tanwar, says that the women’s health research being done at HMRI and University of Newcastle is on a par with that of Harvard University in the USA and Cambridge University in the UK. He would know – he’s studied at both.
Helping pregnant women breathe easy
HMRI’s world-first Asthma in Pregnancy Toolkit is making a significant impact on the next generation, empowering pregnant women to take control of their health and that of their babies
Researchers launch digital innovation to “eclipse” the rising tide of mental health and substance use problems
Much like the rest of the world, Australia is facing a mental health care crisis. To combat this growing problem, the University of Newcastle, and the Hunter Medical Research (HMRI) Institute has launched an initiative to help Australia ‘eclipse’ this rising tide with a real time response.
Journey from Virus Enthusiast to Global Leading Expert Meet HMRI’s Professor Nathan Bartlett
Professor Nathan Bartlett’s fascination with viruses propelled him from a curious child to an accomplished researcher dedicated to translating curiosity into impact.
Possible breakthrough in viral respiratory disease prevention
A collaborative effort between HMRI and Noumi Ltd hopes to further explore the potential of PUREnFERRIN® Lactoferrin as a preventive treatment against common respiratory viruses.
