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Webinar: Pathways between research, policy and practice
This webinar aims to start a conversation about the potential for the new health system to deliver better, and more equitable, outcomes for non-communicable diseases through more systematic use of research evidence and health data.EventFunding for emerging researchers prepares workforce for future health challenges
New Zealand’s most promising emerging researchers have been awarded $11.3 million to undertake high-quality research and develop the skills to address current and future health challenges.NewsInvesting in Priorities
Through targeted investment mechanisms, the Health Research Council invests in priority health research gaps, needs and opportunities.General informationManaging the assessment process
We run a fair, transparent and robust assessment process that meets international standards of best practice.General informationMonitoring ethics and safety
We play a pivotal role in ensuring New Zealand health research is ethical and safe.General informationHRC Update 16 November 2021
News"It's about making a difference to our people" - Iwi health research medal winner
Hauora Māori researcher Dr Amohia Boulton has been rewarded for her mahi with one of the country’s top health research awards – the Health Research Council's Te Tohu Rapuora Medal – for her leadership, excellence and contribution to advancing…NewsDecrease in late stillbirths possibly linked to more pregnant women sleeping on their side
The research team behind the public awareness campaign to get pregnant women sleeping on their side from 28 weeks of pregnancy has received one of New Zealand’s top awards for translational health research. Their research and campaign may have contributed…NewsCOVID-19 research team earns Liley Medal for landmark study on NZ’s pandemic response
Public health expert Dr Sarah Jefferies and team have been awarded the Health Research Council’s prestigious Liley Medal as part of the Royal Society Te Apārangi’s Research Honours for their landmark paper analysing the impact of New Zealand’s…NewsAbout us
We're here to fund high-impact, high-value research, and to ensure New Zealand is a great place for researchers to work.General informationInvestment objectives
Find out what drives the HRC's investment decisions and why 'impact' is key.General informationHRC Update 3 December 2021
NewsSpecial Update 16 December 2021
NewsExtra $6.8M for emerging researchers impacted by COVID-19
The Health Research Council of New Zealand will contribute $6.8M in additional funding for the emerging researchers it supports, to help counter the impact of COVID-19 on the research sector.NewsMore than $12.2M awarded for health delivery research
The Health Research Council is delighted to announce the results of its latest Health Delivery Research investment rounds, designed to improve patient care and healthcare systems in Aotearoa New Zealand.NewsHRC Update 22 December 2021
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In the Gateway Funding Calendar you will find the opening and closing dates for upcoming funding opportunities.General informationHow to get funding fit
Learn about the funding parameters, eligibility criteria and requirements for submitting an application.General informationFunding opportunities
We have a wide range of funding opportunities available throughout the year.General informationHow to apply
Information about how to submit your application on HRC Gateway.General informationSite map
General informationThe role of ethics
Ethical approval from an approved ethics committee must be obtained before HRC funding can commence.General informationGrants and Funding
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General informationBetter outcomes after bariatric surgery: The BOBS Study
One in three New Zealanders are obese, 50% of Maori and 70% of Pacific peoples. It places a signifcant financial burden on our society and health system. Bariatric surgery is currently the best treatment we have for obesity and its related illnesses.Funding proposalsIn vitro and in vivo evaluation of bone graft substitutes for bone healing
Up to 50% of all women and 30% of all men experience a fracture during their lifetime. Unfortunately, 10% of all fractures fail to adequately heal with the majority requiring bone grafting to restore the bony defect.Funding proposals0.9% saline vs. Plasma-Lyte 148® for fluid therapy
My career goal is to become a clinical researcher and academic surgeon in New Zealand. With my degree in medicine and relevant experience, I am in a strong position to further my development through a Clinical Training Fellowship.Funding proposalsChronic stress induced adaptations in hypothalamic brain circuits
Over the last 9 years, my research has focused on understanding how neurons and neural circuits function in an area of the brain called the hypothalamus.Funding proposalsTowards the treatment of toxic thoracic lymph in critical illness
I am a medical doctor in my fifth postgraduate year, completing my second year as a trainee in general surgery through the Royal Australasian College of Surgeons. My career intention is to practice as an academic general surgeon in New Zealand.Funding proposalsNew insights into pancreatogenic diabetes
Diabetes mellitus is one of the most common diseases worldwide and is a considerable health and economic burden.Funding proposalsOxaliplatin induced corneal nerve microstructural changes
Corneal in vivo confocal microscopy (IVCM) is a unique non-invasive tool that allows assessment of small sensory fibers by direct observation of corneal nerve microstructure.Funding proposals