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Sustaining 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 proposals0.9% saline vs. Plasma-Lyte as standard fluid therapy in hospitalised children
This trial has been designed by clinicians, working in Starship Children’s Hospital, in response to recent data suggesting hospital-wide protocols for intravenous (IV) fluid therapy given to children must shift from our current standard of hypotonic (low sFunding proposalsCan Hikoi4Life have a positive impact on Maori men with type 2 diabetes?
Rationale for undertaking this research: By answering the research question, we believe it will give Kahungunu iwi, hapu sound evidence with qualitative and quantitative data to better inform them where to invest post-Treaty settlement.Funding proposalsRangatahi experiences of STI testing and treatment in the Waikato
This research project explores rangatahi Maori perceptions of STI testing and treatment to develop an intervention to increase effective testing and treatment in the Waikato.Funding proposalsUkaipo hauora: Nga Pou wahine and strengthening wahine Maori potential
We aim to extend the Nga Pou Wahine Intervention (NPWI) to young at-risk wahine Maori (16 to 24 year olds) who are hapu to strengthen their potential, reduce activities that compromise their abilities to be strong wahine and mothers, and to improve their hFunding proposalsHaunui, haurua, hauora!
This NKK Development Grant seeks assistance to investigate appropriate tribal-centric methods underpinned by tikanga Maori values, and a set of structured research questions to inform the development of a full NKK proposal.Funding proposalsThe health benefits of karanga
A development grant application is sought to develop a study application for a full Nga Kanohi Kitea Project Grant. The full study seeks to investigate the health benefits of karanga for wahine Maori.Funding proposalsOptimising easy whanau access to efficient, effective and holistic hapu-led services
The research goals are to: (1) Examine available information/data sources that are relevant to the project. (2) Conduct consultation internal to TToH services to develop appropriate measurement tools and assessment frameworks. (3) Conduct consultation withFunding proposals