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January 2005 ( View complete archive page )

January 10, TRIGR Study - A study on the nutritional prevention of Type 1 diabetes

February 2005 ( View complete archive page )

February 22, Groundbreaking study to combat childhood obesity
February 16, New trial to help people with asthma
February 16, New trial to help people with asthma
February 11, Understanding what ‘treasures’ exist amongst all that ‘junk’

March 2005 ( View complete archive page )

March 22, Identifying the effects of poor asthma control in pregnancy
March 17, NBN Telethon Children’s Cancer Research Fellow appointed
March 9, A ‘gem’ of a donation improves our understanding of Bowel Cancer
March 8, Male contraception possibility

April 2005 ( View complete archive page )

April 12, 500th Hunter Community Study participant
April 11, Defenceless against the common cold
April 8, 668th ‘sweet’ arrival for HAPO study

May 2005 ( View complete archive page )

May 27, Groundbreaking study to combat childhood obesity underway
May 23, How do you cope when the pain won’t go away?
May 20, Indigenous Health Receives $1.4 million in funding
May 20, Good news for men whose prostate cancer cannot be cured by surgery
May 18, The University of Newcastle has been awarded $1.4 million
May 17, Post-Budget address raises $67,000 for HMRI
May 6, Knights-HMRI Community Partnership
May 4, University Cancer Researchers Win $1.9M in Grants

June 2005 ( View complete archive page )

June 17, Lakeside School turns black and green for HMRI

July 2005 ( View complete archive page )

July 27, Simple breath test to allow better control, less medicine
July 12, HMRI Research Register
July 6, $3.2M boost for Hunter Cancer Research
July 6, Funding to develop ‘premature birth computer program’

August 2005 ( View complete archive page )

August 31, Researcher Rides for Research
August 19, Maitland Mutual visits HMRI with a $2.5K donation
August 16, Breaking the cycle of childhood obesity
August 10, Media Doctor website wins Eureka Prize
August 8, Funding to help detect dementia

September 2005 ( View complete archive page )

September 12, Investigating childhood asthma
September 2, Workplace safety and medical research a winner
September 1, Stroud Rodeo Saddles Up for SIDS

October 2005 ( View complete archive page )

October 31, Fulbright scholar looks for balance in brain research
October 21, Why do hormones influence a premmie baby’s survival?
October 17, Fall-Proofing
October 11, Mental Health Week
October 10, Facing up to Schizophrenia
October 8, Hartley Hill opens its gate again for HMRI 8 & 9 October 2005
October 7, Tamburlaine supports HMRI with Paul Kelly Concert

November 2005 ( View complete archive page )

November 15, Tamburlaine supports HMRI with Paul Kelly Concert
November 12, Award and Prize Winners 2006
November 12, Project Grant Winners 2006
November 9, Region’s top medical researchers honoured

December 2005 ( View complete archive page )

December 16, Adult stem cell heart trial begins
December 15, Happy 21st Birthday
December 5, International Volunteers Day

January 2006 ( View complete archive page )

January 30, Sign up and help save a life
January 23, Brave student to lose tresses for medical research

February 2006 ( View complete archive page )

February 23, Student has eye on research discovery
February 20, Hunter Honda accelerates cancer survivors study
February 17, Hep C patients invited to trial herb treatment
February 6, Adult stem cells may bring hope to heart patients

March 2006 ( View complete archive page )

March 29, Poor diet linked to reduced asthma control

April 2006 ( View complete archive page )

April 21, Hit the green for the PULSE Lawn Bowls Bash
April 20, Ever wondered what it's like to participate in a research study?
April 10, HMRI Raffle for Research ... turn your entertainment dreams into reality
April 7, Entertainment Books available for sale from HMRI
April 6, Workers invest in the health of the Hunter Region

May 2006 ( View complete archive page )

May 17, Golfers tee off for medical research
May 16, New appointment to HMRI Foundation
May 1, Substance use and mental illness best treated together

June 2006 ( View complete archive page )

June 30, Join the HMRI Foundation
June 23, Which foods are best for the health of unborn babies?
June 16, Hunt around the Hunter
June 15, $1.5 million boost to population health research
June 14, Multiple Sclerosis research buoyed by MSRA grant
June 9, Behind the scenes at HMRI: Special NBN News feature
June 7, NBN Medical Research Series Part 2: Asthma - a new frontier
June 6, NBN Medical Research Week Series Part 1: Stroke recovery
June 5, Three cheers for improving the health of the Hunter
June 4, HMRI Black Pearl Ball breaks records for research
June 1, Heart patients may benefit from depression study

July 2006 ( View complete archive page )

July 28, Win your dad the ultimate Father's Day present!
July 24, HMRI and HCRF grants round: applications forms now available online
July 21, Funding recognises the quality of HMRI research
July 20, HMRI congratulates Professor John Rostas
July 13, Diet tips from The Biggest Loser nutrition expert
July 12, Test your trivia IQ with PULSE

August 2006 ( View complete archive page )

August 30, Charity Bike Ride - Alan Moyle and his team return home
August 29, Professor Ian Frazer to speak in Newcastle
August 28, Researchers to examine onset of schizophrenia
August 2, HCRF Black Tie Dinner

September 2006 ( View complete archive page )

September 19, Conference addresses cutting-edge cancer therapies
September 18, Region to benefit from stroke research partnership
September 13, Hunter cyclists to be welcomed home after 4,200km ride
September 11, Asthmatics more susceptible to cold virus infection
September 7, We need more people like you
September 7, Stroud Rodeo saddles up for cancer research
September 6, Searcher newsletter - Spring edition online

October 2006 ( View complete archive page )

October 25, Celebrate the achievements of local researchers
October 16, HMRI asthma research features on ABC TV's Catalyst
October 12, HMRI announces the appointment of a new Director
October 11, Jump aboard the PULSE love boat!
October 10, Asthmatics needed for fruit and vegetable trial
October 5, Stunning bushland sanctuary open to the public this weekend

November 2006 ( View complete archive page )

November 16, Research points to likely age of bowel cancer onset
November 15, New frontiers in Parkinson's disease research
November 10, HMRI 2006-2007 Project Grant Winners
November 9, Top Hunter researchers announced at HMRI Awards Night
November 9, Hunter community backs a brighter future
November 2, Hunter asthma research awarded $2 million
November 1, Research is good news for chronic cough sufferers

December 2006 ( View complete archive page )

December 11, Christmas lights to shine again for HMRI

January 2007 ( View complete archive page )

January 30, PULSE Australia Day party raises a record $7,300
January 21, Study to explore heart disease and depression link
January 18, Family fun this Australia Day long weekend supports research
January 18, The intelligent species has much to learn about birth
January 10, National honours for Hunter researchers

February 2007 ( View complete archive page )

February 27, Public seminar to address global infectious disease threats
February 26, Scrapbooking for a great cause this weekend
February 22, Hunter asthma research to improve state’s health
February 21, Hunter researchers show tamoxifen benefit for breast cancer prevention
February 7, Research for a healthy mind
February 5, Entertainment Books now available - be quick to secure yours
February 2, Recognition for Hunter stroke researcher

March 2007 ( View complete archive page )

March 20, Iemma Government announces $10mill for new HMRI research facility
March 14, Searcher newsletter now online
March 14, Brawn and brain - HMRI triathletes race for research
March 8, Sounding out schizophrenia and Parkinson’s disease
March 7, Breast cancer researcher among top 10 ‘hottest’ in the world
March 5, PULSE Race Day - tickets now on sale
March 2, New Chairperson outlines direction for HMRI

April 2007 ( View complete archive page )

April 30, Lovedale Long Lunch - Tickets on sale from the Newcastle Hunter Junior Chamber
April 13, Sporting research aims to reduce childhood obesity
April 10, Volunteers needed for cholesterol study
April 6, The PULSE Burke & Elphick Lawyers Trivia Night is back!

May 2007 ( View complete archive page )

June 2007 ( View complete archive page )

June 7, Investigating the causes and development of Multiple Sclerosis
June 6, NBN Medical Research Week Story: The biological basis of stress
June 4, Can you spare a few hours for research?
June 4, NBN Medical Research Week Story: Malnutrition and Ageing
June 3, HMRI Bella Ball brings vital research funds

July 2007 ( View complete archive page )

July 14, The 2007 Pulse Ball a shining success!
July 9, Application forms for HMRI Awards & Prizes and Grants are now online

August 2007 ( View complete archive page )

August 28, Adult Stem Cell Pilot Successful

September 2007 ( View complete archive page )

September 26, Hoax donation requests
September 25, Stunning Cardiff South gardens open to the public in support of HMRI
September 19, PULSE Mystery Tour - Tickets now on sale
September 18, National Stroke Week: Learn the signs of stroke
September 13, Prostate cancer treatment trial reaches recruitment milestone
September 6, Stroud Rodeo postponed to December 1

October 2007 ( View complete archive page )

October 25, "Thank You" Day - Monday 29th October
October 24, Celebrate research excellence... HMRI Awards Night tickets now available
October 22, Making a Splash for Children's Medical Research
October 22, Study increases our understanding of breast cancer
October 11, What’s the Problem with Understanding Schizophrenia?
October 11, Could omega-3 fatty acids benefit bipolar treatment?
October 10, PULSE Mystery Tour photos now online
October 10, Open Garden raises more than $5500

November 2007 ( View complete archive page )

November 30, HMRI Research Register - volunteer for research
November 26, Nominations called for the Hunter's top 10 research outcomes
November 19, Sun bed tanning not safe, researchers warn
November 14, Hunter research aims to improve diabetes care
November 9, HMRI Award and Prize Winners 2008
November 9, HMRI 2007-2008 Grant Winners
November 9, Research to benefit the region’s health and economy

December 2007 ( View complete archive page )

December 21, HMRI office closure over the Christmas holidays
December 18, Antibiotic treatment targets difficult asthma
December 13, Shining lights for medical research
December 13, A drink to healthy ageing

January 2008 ( View complete archive page )

January 21, Photos from the Tamburlaine at Twilight concert now online
January 21, PULSE Triple J Hottest 100 Party SOLD OUT
January 11, HMRI is appealing for research volunteers
January 9, PULSE Triple J Hottest 100 Party - tickets now on sale

February 2008 ( View complete archive page )

February 26, Clot busting research hits stroke for six
February 25, Generous donation from local Diabetes Australia members
February 14, Australia and China collaborate to identify new stroke treatments
February 4, Research is the winner from employees’ shape up
February 3, Photos from PULSE Australia Day Party 03 Feb 2008

March 2008 ( View complete archive page )

March 31, Young cancer researcher to meet the world’s best
March 20, Discovery may bring special treatment for male babies
March 19, HMRI 10th Anniversary Celebration
March 18, Understanding teen attitudes critical to Quit message
March 12, Hunter community helps researcher secure $1 million for dizziness research
March 12, Entertainment Books are coming to HMRI...

April 2008 ( View complete archive page )

April 29, HMRI 'Through the Lens' Photography Competition
April 24, Community invited to celebrate World Immunology Day
April 16, Pain pioneer honoured with distinguished award

May 2008 ( View complete archive page )

May 30, Novocastrian’s generosity to improve health care
May 30, Beauty of research seen Through the Lens
May 29, Prestigious award for Hunter neurologist
May 23, Photos from the Gastronomic Lunch of the Year
May 22, HMRI moves forward with world class research facility
May 16, Top chefs combine for children's research
May 10, Hunter research benefits from continued workplace giving support
May 6, Calling all young adults with Type 1 Diabetes
May 6, Region to benefit from asthma research partnership
May 5, Teeing up Hunter Research success
May 5, PULSE Race Day Photos
May 4, Making aged eggs as good as new
May 2, 2008 Sparke Helmore / NBN Triathlon raises record funds for HMRI

June 2008 ( View complete archive page )

June 20, PHOTOS - HMRI Tenth Anniversary Ball
June 16, Study aims to improve asthma treatment in pregnancy
June 15, Futuristic Ball a celebration of HMRI's success
June 14, NBN Medical Research Series - Cancer Research
June 13, NBN Medical Research Series - Premature Birth Research
June 12, Will kids eat vegetables if they grow them?
June 12, NBN Medical Research Series - Stroke research
June 11, NBN Medical Research Series - Glue Ear Research
June 10, NBN Medical Research Series - Respiratory Infection in Elite Athletes
June 6, Special medical research series: Tune into NBN News from June 9-13

August 2008 ( View complete archive page )

August 25, HMRI Grants Round Now Open!
August 13, Dads may be the key to healthy kids

September 2008 ( View complete archive page )

September 17, Research could reveal the extent of stroke damage
September 15, Early action key to stroke treatment
September 10, New way to help schizophrenia sufferers’ social skills
September 8, Genetics research to examine the puzzle of MS
September 5, World first to predict premature birth
September 2, Experts to share how research is tackling cancer
September 1, Time is key to good outcome in stroke

October 2008 ( View complete archive page )

October 31, World-first study accelerates progress towards the cure of prostate cancer
October 23, New research could save lives and millions of dollars
October 23, PULSE Mystery Tour this Saturday - book your ticket now!
October 3, Open Garden at Hartley Hill this Sunday

November 2008 ( View complete archive page )

November 27, Google Flu tracking spreads to Australia
November 19, Community invited to participate in COPD research
November 14, Photos from the HMRI Awards Night
November 6, HMRI awards a record $550,000 to Hunter research
November 6, HMRI announces the Hunter’s top researcher
November 5, HMRI 2008-2009 Project Grant Winners

December 2008 ( View complete archive page )

December 31, Solutions for Health - download your copy
December 17, HMRI office hours during Christmas and new year holidays
December 12, Breast cancer treatment breakthrough
December 9, To the moon and back...
December 9, A couple, of good ideas
December 8, Delivering healthy babies
December 5, Thanking our wonderful volunteers - International Volunteers Day

January 2009 ( View complete archive page )

January 30, Healthy Dads, Healthy Kids - Watch the NBN news story
January 22, HMRI not involved in door knock appeal
January 14, Hunter cancer research recognised with funding boost

February 2009 ( View complete archive page )

February 27, Launch of the 2009 HMRI Art Series

March 2009 ( View complete archive page )

March 26, Researchers seek community’s help for autism study
March 26, Hunter researcher comments on childhood obesity
March 20, Life changing research starts with you
March 19, Media health reporting: accuracy improving but still a way to go
March 15, Supporters roll up for life changing research

April 2009 ( View complete archive page )

April 27, Flutracking.net kicks off for 2009
April 6, Research to bring brain-saving stroke treatment to rural areas
April 2, Researchers find current drug can treat rare heart disorder
April 2, Balancing hormones may help prevent preterm births

May 2009 ( View complete archive page )

May 21, Time is crucial in stroke
May 14, Quiz brain and mental health experts at free seminar
May 12, $35 million realises plans for HMRI building
May 5, Dr Linda Campbell talks about Velo Cardio Facial Syndrome (VCFS)

June 2009 ( View complete archive page )

June 30, Stroke researcher Chris Levi featured in the latest Hunter Lifestyle Magazine
June 16, New hope for a Multiple Sclerosis cure
June 15, Gastronomic effort for children’s research
June 5, NBN "Medical Marvels" Series - Stroke recovery
June 5, Research to help parents raise healthy kids
June 4, NBN "Medical Marvels" Series - Depression research
June 3, NBN "Medical Marvels" Series - Melanoma research
June 2, NBN News "Medical Marvels" Series - Schizophrenia
June 1, NBN News "Medical Marvels" Series - Viruses and Asthma

July 2009 ( View complete archive page )

July 13, Hunter cyclists make their way home from Broome
July 9, Funding to examine community awareness of pandemic threat
July 8, Researchers to examine kids’ weight loss and asthma
July 6, Hunter researchers contribute to MS discovery

August 2009 ( View complete archive page )

August 28, Funding Opportunities: HMRI & HCRF Grants Round Now Open
August 27, The Hunter takes a lead role in asthma research
August 20, Hunter researchers contribute to breast cancer discovery
August 6, People; our brick and mortar - recognising Geoff Leonard AM
August 3, Help researchers improve bowel cancer healthcare by answering a few questions
August 1, HMRI on Facebook

September 2009 ( View complete archive page )

September 16, New lead for researchers in the race against stroke
September 15, National Stroke Week - Learn the signs of stroke
September 15, Log-on and lose weight
September 11, Jean's story: How researchers helped me survive a stroke

October 2009 ( View complete archive page )

October 9, HMRI Building designed to advance research and health

November 2009 ( View complete archive page )

November 23, Partnership to xTEND rural depression research
November 5, HMRI announces Hunter's top researchers
November 5, HMRI awards a record $615,000 to medical research
November 4, HMRI 2009/10 Project Grant recipients

December 2009 ( View complete archive page )

December 22, HMRI office closed during the Christmas holidays

January 2010 ( View complete archive page )

January 19, International opportunity for young medical researchers
January 7, Funding boost for Hunter public health research

February 2010 ( View complete archive page )

February 24, Closing the life expectancy gap for Indigenous Australians
February 5, Photos from the PULSE Australia Day Triple J Hottest 100 Party

March 2010 ( View complete archive page )

March 30, Check out photos from the HMRI Cup!
March 22, HMRI gets approval to build new home
March 12, Bunnings Sizzle for Medical Research
March 8, Researchers and Dads team up against obesity

April 2010 ( View complete archive page )

April 30, Please support HMRI's latest fundraising appeal
April 20, New state of the art scanner to improve treatment
April 8, Group therapy for depression in a BraveHeart

May 2010 ( View complete archive page )

May 29, Meet the Winner of HMRI Through the Lens 2010!
May 24, Triathlon raises record funds for HMRI
May 17, Hunter Partnership Paves the way for Commercialisation
May 17, Gastronomic Lunch Exceeds Expectations
May 5, Positions vacant: Post-Doctoral Fellowships in Public Health Research

June 2010 ( View complete archive page )

July 2010 ( View complete archive page )

July 27, HEALTHY DADS HEALTHY KIDS WINS GLOBAL AWARD
July 13, MARKEY GOLF DAY SUPPORTS BREAST CANCER RESEARCH
July 7, SEEKING BETTER HEALTH FOR MENTAL ILLNESS
July 7, SEE ALL THE PHOTOS FROM THE HMRI ICE BALL!

August 2010 ( View complete archive page )

August 23, HEALTHY DADS HEALTHY KIDS NOW ONLINE
August 10, HISTORICAL CELEBRATION TO COMMENCE CONSTRUCTION
August 6, HMRI ANNOUNCES MAIN WORKS CONTRACTOR

September 2010 ( View complete archive page )

September 15, MEDICAL RESEARCH TO BENEFIT FROM FUNDING
September 13, SMILING ON CHILDREN'S RESEARCH
September 1, ASTHMA WEEK TO BRING RELIEF FOR SUFFERERS

October 2010 ( View complete archive page )

October 16, MINISTER WELCOMES JETS COMMUNITY DEAL WITH HMRI
October 15, THE JETS JOIN FORCES WITH HMRI
October 3, SPECTACULAR NATIVE GARDEN OPEN TO THE PUBLIC

November 2010 ( View complete archive page )

November 29, HMRI ANNOUNCES HEALTH RESEARCH ECONOMIST
November 25, DAVID BECKHAM'S SHIRT TO BENEFIT MEDICAL RESEARCH
November 23, LANDMARK TRIAL AT JOHN HUNTER HOSPITAL REDUCES BLOOD PRESSURE
November 18, MAKING A SPLASH FOR CHILDREN'S RESEARCH
November 4, HMRI Announces Top Researchers
November 4, HMRI 2010/2011 Project Grant Recipients
November 3, PROFESSOR PAUL FOSTER ANNOUNCED RESEARCHER OF THE YEAR
November 1, HMRI to announce Researcher of the Year tonight!

December 2010 ( View complete archive page )

December 2, A MILLION REASONS TO SUPPORT CHILDREN'S MEDICAL RESEARCH

January 2011 ( View complete archive page )

January 31, Pilot Study helps Children with Asthma
January 20, Tamburlaine at Twilight - Raffle Winners
January 11, Tamburlaine at Twilight to feature Toni Childs

February 2011 ( View complete archive page )

February 25, Hunter researchers' melanoma breakthrough
February 25, HMRI Building Taking Shape

March 2011 ( View complete archive page )

March 23, Simple blood test to detect respiratory disease
March 21, Internationally acclaimed researcher to take up HMRI helm

April 2011 ( View complete archive page )

April 4, Society needs to prepare now for ageing
April 4, Parents targeted to tackle childhood obesity
April 1, Study to shed light on young Minds in Transition

May 2011 ( View complete archive page )

May 3, Research to help patients breathe easy on World Asthma Day

June 2011 ( View complete archive page )

June 21, Great result from Ski 4 Kids with Cancer
June 15, "IDEAS TO DISCOVERIES" - 2011 NBN Medical Research Week Series
June 14, Scone dairy farmer loses more than 4kgs in Healthy Dads, Healthy Kids

July 2011 ( View complete archive page )

July 26, Participants needed for postnatal depression study
July 20, Singleton GP urges fathers to join Healthy Dads, Healthy Kids
July 1, PHOTOS FROM THE HMRI BALL!!

August 2011 ( View complete archive page )

August 30, Australian String Quartet swansong for HMRI
August 26, Putting research on the road map
August 26, Ken Jones shares his personal story
August 23, Bacchus event suits PULSE members to a Tea
August 17, Newcastle MP Tim Owen visits HMRI
August 12, 'Eureka' moment for Hunter stroke specialist
August 12, Food for thought - cooking up a storm for medical research
August 11, Breakthrough research holds clues about MS cause
August 8, HMRI shows it means business at Chamber awards
August 3, Local Leader Recognised

September 2011 ( View complete archive page )

September 29, Welcome Funds for HMRI
September 28, Hunter health economics researcher to seek alcohol tax reform
September 27, Six month countdown begins for HMRI Building
September 19, Research breakthrough for schizophrenia
September 19, Chinese student extends stroke research reach
September 13, Newsagent loses 12kg, gains time with kids - read all about it!
September 12, Alloy allies plant new medical research seed
September 9, Asthma management breakthrough for pregnant women
September 5, Tree's a crowd in HMRI Building milestone
September 2, HMRI researchers at forefront of melanoma overhaul

October 2011 ( View complete archive page )

October 31, Lifting weight for prostate cancer
October 28, Aspirin halves cancer rates in people with hereditary risk
October 28, Record total for HCRF awards
October 26, Cessnock MP gets with the Healthy Dads Healthy Kids program
October 26, 350 riders lining up to support research
October 24, Whale of a time at HMRI Cup regatta
October 21, HMRI wins $73K equipment grant from Ramaciotti
October 21, Tour des Femmes riders reach Hunter Valley
October 17, $12.7 million to support Newcastle’s vital health research
October 12, Riding events to keep research wheels turning
October 12, Investing in your mental wellbeing
October 10, Frontline mental health care - Professor Brian Kelly
October 4, Art’s role in easing autoimmune illness symptoms

November 2011 ( View complete archive page )

November 25, 'Healing' capsule sealing fosters healthy respect
November 17, HMRI Award Night Photos
November 15, Jennifer Hawkins, Cliff Hosking named as HCRF patrons
November 3, HMRI Award Night fuels the fight against disease

December 2011 ( View complete archive page )

December 23, HMRI Building rapidly taking shape
December 22, A healthier start for Indigenous kids
December 16, HMRI scientist scoops top award for fertility research
December 9, Farewells and honour for Professor Maree Gleeson
December 8, Jets and HMRI get physical at SCORES launch

January 2012 ( View complete archive page )

January 30, Singleton dads shed kilos and improve family health
January 17, It's off with the scaffolding as building takes shape
January 16, Tracking food intake to feed weight loss research
January 5, Hypothermia under microscope for stroke treatment
January 3, 3500 Triathlon competitors to help support HMRI

February 2012 ( View complete archive page )

February 21, Expansion for ground-breaking breast cancer project
February 15, Research shows smoking and infertility link
February 10, A shot in the arm for the region’s health economics
February 2, Improved cancer Therapies on the horizon

March 2012 ( View complete archive page )

March 22, Landmark Hunter study shows dramatic benefit of new stroke therapy
March 15, Food guidelines for pregnant women need review
March 14, Getting behind triathlon for Greater good
March 7, Citizen of the Year urges dads to sign up to health program
March 1, Special profile: Tamworth's Gomeroi art program for mums

April 2012 ( View complete archive page )

April 22, Pink Frangipani Ball achieves fund-raising record
April 3, Newcastle scientists step closer to Alzheimer’s blood test

May 2012 ( View complete archive page )

June 2012 ( View complete archive page )

June 26, Future mums needed for study into influenza and pregnancy
June 13, Teachers encourage dads to join health program
June 8, Waterskiing marathon to raise funds for childhood cancer
June 4, Review reinforces HMRI's patient-focused research
June 1, Shop at Ritchie's and support HMRI

July 2012 ( View complete archive page )

July 30, HMRI researcher acknowledged in Future Fellowships
July 25, Dads help promote health program for Maitland
July 25, Another award for top Newcastle cancer researcher
July 23, SHED-IT motivates blokes to battle beer-bulge
July 19, Asthma research discovers key to treatment resistance
July 12, National Diabetes Week - Young people with diabetes worse off in rural areas
July 10, The Secret's Out - $147,000 raised at the 2012 HMRI Ball
July 5, Researchers begin moving into the new HMRI Building
July 5, NAIDOC WEEK - Art and medicine combine for improved health outcomes

August 2012 ( View complete archive page )

August 31, NEW CONTACT DETAILS FOR HMRI OFFICE
August 28, Study reveals potential new treatment for chronic coughing
August 22, Fulbright scholar clicks on web-based weight loss program
August 21, Diabetes prevention trial calls for men to shape up
August 18, Hunter researchers targeting breast cancer recurrence
August 8, Hunter researcher finalist for national award
August 2, HMRI HAS NEW CONTACT DETAILS

September 2012 ( View complete archive page )

September 28, Minister marks momentous day for medical research
September 28, Minister Greg Combet unveils HMRI Building
September 26, Australian women miss guidelines around healthy eating and exercise
September 21, Obesity researcher scores national award
September 20, Special HMRI magazine published with Newcastle Herald
September 17, Medical degree pioneer David Maddison honoured
September 14, New Funding Awarded to HMRI
September 6, HMRI and Ramaciotti provide high-tech cancer device
September 5, Finding the tipping point into psychosis
September 3, Genetic discovery will help provide advanced warning for stroke

October 2012 ( View complete archive page )

October 30, International study pinpoints endometriosis genes
October 23, Newcastle researchers join world-first MS prevention trial
October 22, Photo finish for HMRI Cup yacht race
October 19, Hunter world-class research receives $12.4 million boost
October 18, Alumni awards for HMRI's Jennie Thomas and Mark Parsons
October 17, Ramaciotti Foundations support HMRI researchers
October 16, Newcastle MP joining ride for medical research
October 14, Vale Dr Kenneth Moss AM
October 12, A Hunter launch in Nursing and Midwifery Research

November 2012 ( View complete archive page )

November 29, Targeting cancer - hot topic for free public lecture
November 27, Health care honour for HMRI biostatistician
November 27, Professor John Attia named HMRI 2012 Researcher of the Year!
November 15, Newcastle biologist named NSW Scientist of the Year
November 12, Quality-of-life impacts look promising in prostate cancer trial
November 9, Innovation in the spotlight at annual awards
November 7, New clinical trials centre helping asthma sufferers
November 1, NSW Premier backs University of Newcastle public health project

December 2012 ( View complete archive page )

December 31, Food is at the heart of a healthy family
December 27, New Year’s resolutions up in smoke?
December 26, Get up, get moving!
December 21, Reducing the burden of disease due to hazardous drinking
December 17, Mental health and mining in the research spotlight
December 17, HMRI Searcher Newsletter Summer 2012-13
December 5, Our volunteers make a real difference! International Volunteers Day 2012
December 4, Congratulations Vanessa McDonald for being named Researcher of the Month!

January 2013 ( View complete archive page )

January 26, Professor Roger Smith recognised in Australia Day Honours List
January 22, Young women take up the healthy fast food challenge
January 21, Asthma researchers make virus and allergy breakthrough
January 9, Fellowship grant for HMRI colon cancer researcher
January 9, Obesity prevention study targets child care centres
January 8, Research economist wins award for disability paper
January 2, Choir seeking singers for new stroke study

February 2013 ( View complete archive page )

February 27, Molecule may hold key to melanoma progression
February 25, Vale: Karen Brown, HMRI Development Officer
February 22, New asthma treatments on the horizon
February 21, Retirement celebration for distinguished research mentor
February 20, Economists uncovering the cost of prostate cancer
February 20, Cure Cancer invests in Hunter melanoma research
February 12, HMRI marks 15th birthday with new vision for the future
February 12, Science in the Pub comes to Newcastle
February 8, Time-saving modelling brings new insights into emphysema
February 6, Young women make healthy use of social media
February 4, 12,000 good reasons to ride for research

March 2013 ( View complete archive page )

March 28, Sex hormone linked to asthma condition in obese women
March 28, 'Postcards' reduce self-poisoning events
March 21, $400,000 in funding to fuel new medical research
March 15, Highest Hunter honour for leading prostate cancer researcher
March 15, New HMRI Chairman bringing global vision to Board table
March 15, Farewell to retiring HMRI Chairman and champion Bob Kennedy
March 14, HMRI running with Sparke Helmore / NBN triathlon
March 8, Women's longitudinal study finds postnatal depression predictor
March 6, Pregnancy researchers target contraction ‘controller’ protein
March 4, Economic study finds holes in PBS safety net
March 1, Newcastle researchers help in the fight against STDs

April 2013 ( View complete archive page )

April 22, Book now for Australian Doctors Orchestra Concert tickets
April 3, Cameron Room at the coalface of medical research

May 2013 ( View complete archive page )

May 16, HCRF awards egg allergy and pregnancy studies
May 15, All's 'Well' as HMRI Art Series is unveiled
May 15, CD launch will be music to a child’s ears
May 14, Families to help with healthy weight management plan
May 10, Mum’s the word on pregnancy
May 10, Diabetes study to explore cognitive effect of brain blood flow
May 7, Link found between low-fibre diets and asthma severity
May 7, Newcastle researchers question manflu myth
May 7, Hunter economist analysing Cape York health projects

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