Researchers are using nanoparticles to target drugs at specific cells, like cancer, avoiding the harmful side effects these treatments have on the rest of the body.
Category: Research
Surgical researchers receive $350K boost from Ramsay Hospital Research Foundation
A research trial set to revolutionise clinical decisions by surgical teams and potentially contribute to significant cost savings and environmental benefits to the health system has now been awarded a major funding boost.
Evidence for community-based breastfeeding support
HMRI and University of Newcastle Mothers and Babies researchers have just completed a breastfeeding study to determine the impact of lactation support.
A glow of hope for kidney transplant recipients
Each year, around 800 Australians undergo a kidney transplant operation and while a kidney transplant is a new lease on life for those who receive one, the risk of infection remains a major problem for patients due to the side effects of lifelong immunosuppressants needed to prevent organ rejection.
A tireless advocate for organ donation
Jenny Groth has dealt with a lot of pain, having survived a near-fatal hit-and-run in 2005. Nonetheless, she says that kidney dialysis was the thing that nearly broke her.
What actually causes pain?
Pain is something everyone experiences at some point, from the sharp pain of a kicked toe to the dull ache of a sore muscle. But did you know that there are four discrete causes of pain?
Exploring Exercise Solutions for Type 2 Diabetics Living with Long COVID
As the world continues to contend with the aftermath of the COVID-19 pandemic, a significant number of individuals are facing prolonged health challenges well after their initial recovery from the virus – a condition known as long COVID.
Cutting-edge advancements in complicated beating heart surgery
Ever imagine doing surgery on a beating heart? HMRI and University of Newcastle (UoN) researcher, Dr Lingbo Cheng has been developing a sophisticated way to conduct beating heart surgery with telerobotic control systems.
Why do some people feel the cold more than others?
Is there ever going to be a peaceful solution to the office air-conditioning wars? Neurologist and stroke researcher Professor Neil Spratt recently spoke to ABC Newcastle about why some people feel colder than others.
Investigating the caffeine paradox: does caffeine cause or treat migraines?
Caffeine causes migraines, right? Well, yes, but it can also help treat them. This is what is called the Caffeine Paradox.
