News & Articles

Humans of HMRI: Introducing Matthijs Bekkers

January 25, 2023

It’s the people that make HMRI what it is. They’re more than their work, so we want to shine the spotlight on the Humans of HMRI.

Humble, witty, and quietly ambitious, Matthijs Bekker strives to develop new areas of interest and strength in himself and the world around him.

NBN News “Medical Marvels” Series – Viruses and Asthma

June 1, 2009

Despite much progress in recent years, both asthma and Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) continue to cause health problems in adults and children.

Dr Chris Levi at John Hunter Hospital. A high resolution version of this photo is available to media on request.

Time is crucial in stroke

May 21, 2009

Hunter researchers are reminding people in the Upper Hunter, Great Lakes and Lower Manning areas to call ‘000’ if they recognise the signs of stroke so that more people can benefit from brain-saving treatment.

Quiz brain and mental health experts at free seminar

May 14, 2009

Members of the community will have the chance to quiz brain and mental health experts at a free health seminar on Thursday May 21.

$35 million realises plans for HMRI building

May 12, 2009

The Hunter Medical Research Institute (HMRI) says tonight’s Australian Government announcement of $35 million is good news for the Hunter region as it has secured a world class research facility.

Dr Linda Campbell talks about Velo Cardio Facial Syndrome (VCFS)

May 5, 2009

People with VCFS have an increased risk of developing schizophrenia. Her research is investigating the factors that lead to the onset of schizophrenia.

Flutracking.net kicks off for 2009

April 27, 2009

Australians are being urged to join a growing national survey tracking critical data on influenza infection that alerts medical officials to large outbreaks of the debilitating virus.

Research to bring brain-saving stroke treatment to rural areas

April 6, 2009

Minister for Science and Medical Research Jodi McKay today launched an Australian first research trial which aims to deliver brain-saving stroke treatment to rural communities.

Researchers find current drug can treat rare heart disorder

April 2, 2009

New research has found that the answer to treating a rare inherited heart disorder could lie with a drug already on the market.

Balancing hormones may help prevent preterm births

April 2, 2009

Hunter researchers have made an important discovery in premature birth.