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All the latest news and media releases from the Health Research Council.
  • Trial shows benefits of Vitamin D to infants

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    Infants whose mothers take vitamin D supplements during pregnancy and infancy are less likely to get respiratory infections, according to research from the University of Auckland.

  • HRC annual funding round completes EOI stage for Projects

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    With the completion of the Expression of Interest stage of Projects for the current funding round, many applicants in the New Zealand Health Delivery stream took part in a video workshop today.
  • Malaghan in asthma vaccine discovery

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    A team of New Zealand researchers has discovered new vaccine technology that can be used to treat asthma and other allergic diseases.

  • Treatment increases brain plasticity in Parkinson's

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    Researchers from the universities of Auckland and Florida have found that deep brain stimulation is capable of increasing cellular plasticity in the brains of Parkinson's disease patients.

  • 2015 funding round: Pacific roadshows

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    Details of the HRC's Pacific roadshow dates and venues are now available.
  • Rheumatic fever research gets funding boost

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    The Rheumatic Fever Research Partnership has announced funding for four research projects that aim to reduce the incidence and effects of rheumatic fever in New Zealand.
  • Study reveals effects of teenage cannabis use

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    A study involving researchers at Otago University has found that teenagers who use cannabis daily are 60 per cent less likely to complete high school or get a degree compared with non-users.
  • Professor Lesley McCowan appointed to HRC Board

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    The HRC is pleased to announce the appointment of internationally respected research obstetrician Professor Lesley McCowan to the HRC's Board.