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Health screening and service utilisation amongst Pacific fathers in New Zealand
This project involves the analysis and construction of a small research report on visual, hearing, and oral health amongst a cohort of Pacific fathers in New Zealand, and identifying potential barriers to their access of appropriate health services.Funding proposalsParamedic systems of care for ST-Elevation Myocardial Infarction patients
ST-Elevation Myocardial Infarction (STEMI) is a severe type of heart attack and a major cause of morbidity and mortality. However, outcomes can be optimised if key treatment modalities are performed early.Funding proposalsCatalysts of health and wellbeing: a retrospective study of West Auckland Whanau
This research project falls within the priority area of Maori health research, and aims to identify the catalysts that contribute to intergenerational gains in health by using a retrospective study of West Auckland whanau over a thirty year period.Funding proposalsThe health and disability experiences of whanau haua
One in three Maori experience disabilities, yet while Maori generally receive less services and support than non-Maori in health, whanau haua are under-represented at all levels of health and disability consultation and decision-making.Funding proposalsTeaching immune cells old tricks: an innovative strategy for treating cancer
This project seeks to develop novel treatments for cancer by harnessing the natural abilities of immune cells to kill cancer cells.Funding proposalsDeveloping a Pacific youth health model
The Pacific population has been described as youthful, with a median age of 21 years old.Funding proposalsBurden of MRSA on Far North communities
Methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus Aureus (MRSA) and associated infections has become more prevalent in recent years with 2013 surveys suggesting a prevalence of 23.9 in every 100,000 New Zealanders having the bacteria.Funding proposalsSustaining a community-based health initiative using digital technologies
This grant is necessary to inform the development of a research project investigating existing women-initiated and community-based healthy lifestyle programmes in Pacific communities of South Auckland.Funding proposalsLipid profiles as a risk factor for metabolic disease in Polynesians
The health outcomes for Maori and Pacific are consistently poor compared to Europeans in New Zealand. Dyslipidaemia, a key component of the metabolic syndrome, is commonly observed in gout patients.Funding proposalsPasifika solutions to reduce sugary drink consumption
This research project consists of three studies that look at Pasifika solutions to reducing sugar sweetened beverage consumption in Pasifika youth particularly.Funding proposalsAnalysis of 20 cases of severe acute maternal morbidity in Aotearoa
The maternal mortality rate is three times higher for Maori than New Zealand Europeans, and behind each death is a considerable burden of 'near misses' or severe acute maternal morbidity (SAMM).Funding proposalsAn evaluation of a Maori health weight loss and lifestyle change model
This thesis aims to describe and evaluate a kaupapa Maori, whanau-led weight loss and lifestyle change model 'Hauora Homies', in which tikanga Maori underscored the structure of and nature of engagement within (Grace and McRae 2013).Funding proposalsTe Ha Ora: Exploring the effectiveness of kaupapa Maori antenatal education
This Rangahau Hauora application comprises two complementary components: a) a substantive research component; and b) a more general Maori health research capacity building component.Funding proposalsTe Puna Roimata Te Oranga whanau
This Rangahau Hauora application comprises two complementary components: a) a substantive research component; and b) a more general Maori health research capacity-building component.Funding proposalsIho - a cord between two worlds. Traditional Maori birthing practices
"Iho - a cord between two worlds" an exploration of rituals pertaining to traditional Maori birthing practices and their application to birthing plans in today's context.Funding proposalsA lifecourse approach to health and wellbeing
The purpose of the proposed Taranaki Maori community-based research is to contribute towards the measurement of key Maori constructs relevant to child behaviour that underlie early-life programming that is likely to lead to improved health outcomes for MaoFunding proposalsTowards medical education that addresses Indigneous rights to health
Indigenous peoples suffer ill-health disproportionately worldwide. Indigenous rights provide a context in which to understand the legitimacy of indigenous peoples' struggle for social justice.Funding proposalsFormulation of anti-tuberculosis drugs for high-dose pulmonary delivery
Tuberculosis (TB) is an infectious disease which kills millions of people annually. Two-thirds of TB cases are pulmonary. Current treatment for TB requires high oral and parenteral doses of multiple drugs for 6 to 24 months.Funding proposalsNeutrophil oxidants in infection and inflammation
Neutrophils are abundant white blood cells that defend us against pathogenic bacteria. Fatal infections occur when neutrophils are overwhelmed or bacteria evade them. When unrestrained during inflammation, neutrophils damage healthy tissue.Funding proposalsGrowth Factors Delivery System for Bone Regeneration and Vascularisation
Bone defects often result from fractures, trauma, resection of tumors, as well as diseases such as osteoporosis or arthritis.Funding proposalsThe nose knows the way: An intranasal approach to treat drug-resistant epilepsy
Epilepsy is a common brain disorder with up to 40% of sufferers failing to achieve good seizure control.Funding proposalsDeveloping a diagnostic tool for myelodysplastic syndrome
Myelodysplastic syndrome (MDS) is one of the most common blood cancers of the elderly. A bone marrow biopsy is usually required to make a diagnosis of MDS, but in many cases the diagnosis remains equivocal.Funding proposalsMagnesium for endocrine-related cognitive problems in breast cancer
A key treatment for women with breast cancer is the use of drugs that modify the effect of the female hormone oestrogen. This treatment has side-effects of poor memory and concentration, which can discourage women from completing the course.Funding proposalsProfessional rugby clubs as a vehicle to deliver weight loss programmes for men
The rapid increase in obesity rates in recent years, particularly among Maori and Pacific men is a serious health concern and highlights the need for programmes to help them manage their weight.Funding proposalsp53 and variants in inflammatory disease and cancer
Cancer is the leading cause of death in New Zealand. Thus, better treatments are required. Defects in the p53 tumour suppressor pathway are commonplace in human cancers making it an attractive target for therapies.Funding proposalsIL-1 signalling and developmental programming of offspring metabolic health
Unravelling how early life in the womb adversely affects future disease risk of the child is critical to reversing the obesity and diabetes epidemic.Funding proposalsDiabetes in pregnancy effects on subsequent generations
Women who have diabetes during pregnancy have more complicated pregnancies and deliveries and are at risk of later metabolic disease. It appears that their children are also at a higher risk for obesity and diabetes, but the exact cause is not clear.Funding proposalsMucosal associated invariant T cells: mechanisms of bacterial control in humans
Mucosal associated invariant T (MAIT) cells are an abundant antibacterial innate immune cell subset. They are positioned in tissues, such as gut and liver, where they can rapidly respond to invading bacteria.Funding proposalsThe effectiveness of a monitor & feedback device for changing postural behaviour
Despite ergonomic training, healthcare workers are exposed to repetitive and sustained flexed posture, increasing the risk of developing low back pain (LBP).Funding proposalsPae Herenga: A kaupapa Maori investigation of whanau end-of-life care customs
A kaupapa Maori investigation of traditional end-of-life care customs of Maori whanau living in Auckland using ethnographic and qualitative research techniques.Funding proposalsSystematic review and meta-analyses on health effects of dietary carbohydrates
Health professionals generally recommend diets including plenty of whole fruits, wholegrains, fibre-rich vegetables, pulses, legumes and nuts based on high quality evidence showing an inverse relationship between these foods and risk of chronic disease.Funding proposalsThe efficacy and feasibility of modifying tumour metabolism for therapeutic gain
Many cancer patients seek alternative therapies for their disease, with the administration of high-dose vitamin C being commonplace.Funding proposals