News & Articles

Long naps may improve memory in people with high risk of dementia

September 11, 2024

Could long naps during the day minimise risk of getting dementia? New research from Dr Caroline Faucher, from HMRI's Brain Neuromodulation Research Program indicates they can.

Congratulations to Professor Kelvin Kong; 2023 National NAIDOC Person of the Year

July 1, 2023

Hunter Medical Research Institute, Hunter New England Local Health District, and the University of Newcastle extend their heartfelt congratulations to Professor Kelvin Kong for being awarded the prestigious 2023 National NAIDOC Person of the Year at the NAIDOC Week Awards Ceremony held in Brisbane tonight, Saturday 1st July 2023.

Newcastle Private Hospital Clinical Trials Unit Wins Prestigious Award at ANZGOG Annual Scientific Meeting

June 20, 2023

The Newcastle Private Hospital Clinical Trials Unit (NPH CTU) has been honoured with the Outstanding Clinical Trial Site Award at the highly acclaimed Australia New Zealand Gynaecological Oncology Group (ANZGOG) Annual Scientific Meeting.

What is RSV?

June 14, 2023

As the temperature drops, cases of sniffles tend to increase. In addition to the common cold, influenza, and COVID-19, Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV) is another respiratory infection that our community should be aware of.

The ultimate life lesson:Introducing HMRI’s 2022 Researcher of the Year, Professor Brett Nixon

June 14, 2023

HMRI Researcher of the Year 2022, Infertility and Reproduction Program Lead Professor Brett Nixon, first witnessed the wonder of conception when he was just seven years old.

Groundbreaking research has potential to transform physiotherapy practices in Australia.

June 12, 2023

Connor Gleadhill, a senior physiotherapist and HMRI researcher with the Population Health Research Program has achieved a significant milestone in his research journey. The article titled ‘Meaningful coproduction with clinicians: establishing a practice-based research network with physiotherapists in regional Australia’ has been published in the Health Research Policy and Systems Journal.

HMRI Art Series Returns for 2023: Where Art and Science blend seamlessly.

June 8, 2023

Breaking boundaries and fusing scientific brilliance with creative artistry, is at the heart of this year's HMRI Art series with Professor Brett Nixon, the recipient of the HMRI 2022 Award for Research Excellence, and the incredibly talented Newcastle-based artist, Mitch Revs, joining forces.

Knights go 50-50 for charity with HMRI

May 31, 2023

HMRI went 50-50 in more than $14,000 as the Newcastle Knight's charity of choice on Sunday 28 May 2023.

Drug combination discovery extending life expectancy of children with brain cancer

May 31, 2023

Newcastle and Hunter-based researchers have discovered a drug combination that could dramatically improve the life expectancy of children with brain cancer.

HMRI says “Thank you” as we celebrate National Volunteers Week

May 21, 2023

The role of a “Team HMRI” volunteer is an important one for HMRI; and we rely on volunteers to offer support and help with a variety of activities.

Let's Talk About Clinical Trials | International Clinical Trials Day

May 19, 2023

Each year on May 20 we celebrate International Clinical Trials Day, an opportunity to raise awareness of clinical trials and celebrate the important role they play in healthcare.