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Celebrating the art of science at the 2023 HMRI Through the Lens exhibition

November 28, 2023

Five HMRI and University of Newcastle researchers were honoured at the opening night of the Through the Lens scientific photography prize.

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.

Throwback Thursday: Accelerating technology accelerates research

May 25, 2023

DNA sequencing has come a long way since 1998, as Laureate Professor Rodney Scott reflects.

Humans of HMRI: Introducing Trumaine Rankmore

May 24, 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.

What is Lactoferrin and can it help boost immune function?

May 22, 2023

Researchers at HMRI are interested in learning more about how the protein, Lactoferrin, may be able to boost our immune systems. So what is it and what does it do? Here are four things you need to know about Lactoferrin

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.

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