Accredited Exercise Physiologist and University of Newcastle and HMRI Active Living and Learning researcher, Dr Emily Cox, has just published her team’s findings on the benefits of High-Intensity Interval Training (HIIT) for type 2 diabetes management.
Author: Natalie Edwick
Could everyday plastics be impacting your fertility?
While exposure to BPA in Australia is restricted, a new study has found that even at exposure levels considered safe, there is strong evidence of significant female fertility risks.
Art for a cause: HMRI Art Exhibition raises $72,000 for medical research
Thanks to the incredible generosity of our community, the 2024 HMRI Art Series Exhibition has raised an incredible $72,000 through its art auction, Meet the Artists event, Long Lunch, and direct donations.
HER2 positive treatment resistant breast cancer breakthrough
Researchers from the University of Newcastle and HMRI’s Cancer Detection and Therapy research program have made a significant breakthrough in understanding HER2-positive breast cancer.
Professor Matt Dun to be awarded Australian Society for Medical Research medal
University of Newcastle Professor and HMRI Precision Medicine researcher Matt Dun is about to become one of a handful of Australian Society for Medical Research (ASMR) medallists.
Why the NHMRC’s statement on sex and gender is a game changer
The NHMRC has recently released its Statement on Sex, Gender, Variations of Sex Characteristics and Sexual Orientation in Health and Medical Research.
Can you use virtual reality (VR) to treat insomnia?
Virtual reality is not just for gaming, but also a prescription digital therapeutic device used for a number of health issues. Mental health researchers are now investigating it’s use to treat insomnia.
Researchers trial ‘squishless’ breast cancer screening tool
Breast cancer is the second most commonly diagnosed cancer in Australia, and the most common cancer diagnosed in women. Over the past 10 years, diagnosis has increased by 24%, but the mortality rate decreased by 40% due to increased awareness, prevention, early-detection, and more effective treatments. When it comes to early-detection, mammography is the recommended […]
Mood tracking study to help plan for mental health support
University of Newcastle and Hunter Medical Research Institute Healthy Minds researchers, Dr Dara Sampson and Dr Louise Thornton are launching a mood-tracking app called the MindPulse Program to gather real-time data on people’s mental health. With five simple questions, the researchers are hoping to understand the impact of a range of factors, including climate change […]
Newcastle Permanent and HMRI launch $2M health innovation partnership
Newcastle Permanent and the Hunter Medical Research Institute (HMRI) have announced a new partnership, powered by a two-million-dollar donation to advance the impact of medical research, nurture local talent, and drive breakthroughs to create the healthiest people on the planet. A testament to both organisations’ commitment to the Hunter, this partnership represents an investment in […]
