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All the latest news and media releases from the Health Research Council.
  • CoREs reflect NZ's health research talent

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    The HRC congratulates all the health researchers involved with the newly announced Centres of Research Excellence (CoREs).
  • Explorer Grants target infectious microbes

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    Microbiologist Dr Siouxsie Wiles has been awarded one of three 2014 HRC Explorer Grants to take the fight to infectious microbes.
  • Should men be next in line for HPV vaccine?

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    A newly funded study announced today could help determine whether to extend coverage of the HPV vaccine to New Zealand men.

  • Researcher's outstanding teaching skills honoured

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    HRC Māori Health Committee member Dr Suzanne Pitama has been recognised by the University of Otago, Christchurch, and the wider medical community for her outstanding teaching skills.
  • Kaupapa Māori approach to asthma research

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    Bernadette Jones recently led an HRC-funded study that explored the practical issues Māori tamariki and their families face when trying to manage asthma. The study has set a benchmark for collaborative Māori health research.
  • New Career Development Awards announced

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    The HRC is administering the Preventing and Minimising Gambling Harm Career Development Awards, which are funded by the Ministry of Health.
  • PM launches SPARX online tool for youth

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    Prime Minster John Key recently launched an online tool for youth mental health, called SPARX, funded through the HRC's Research Partnerships for New Zealand Health Delivery initiative.
  • Hui registrations now open

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    Registrations for the HRC's biennial Hui Whakapiripiri are now open. Go to the Hui website to find out more and to register.