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The Council is committed to ensuring that all of its activities are conducted in a manner which meets the highest ethical standards.General informationStudy to probe alcohol companies’ use of the metaverse to recruit new young drinkers
In one of 17 Explorer Grants announced today, researchers will soon be delving into the immersive next-generation version of the internet – the metaverse – to discover how the marketing and engagement practices of alcohol companies could be playing a role…NewsA Novel Methylation-Editing Screen to Identify Epigenetic Drivers of Metastasis
Although ~90% of cancer deaths are caused by metastasis, the underlying molecular events that drive it are poorly understood. This limited understanding hinders the development of effective cancer treatments.Funding proposalsInjuring oneself, injuring others: Distinctions and commonalities
This project will explore an important gap in health knowledge, leading to better understanding of two leading causes of physical and psychological health problems in our young people: self-injury (NSSI) and outward-directed injury (ODI).Funding proposalsThe metaverse - new health risks
The metaverse is the next generation internet using immersive virtual or augmented reality technology. Alcohol companies are embedding unhealthy products into young consumers’ lives in the metaverse.Funding proposalsWearable ultrasonic array for non-invasive imaging and manipulation of the body
We will develop a miniaturised, wireless and wearable ultrasonic device that can simultaneously image and manipulate the interiors of the human body. The device will consist of an array of ultrasonic transducers which will be attached to the skin.Funding proposalsInvestigating iodine supplementation in pregnancy
Adequate iodine intake is essential during pregnancy to produce thyroid hormones for maternal health and physical and mental development of the fetus.Funding proposalsCo-exploring dementia risk reduction from a planetary health perspective
Dementia risk reduction focuses on individual health and lifestyle factors, e.g., physical activity, diet, social engagement, and cardiovascular disease management. However, interventions targeting such factors report no or small benefits for cognition.Funding proposalsTransforming the care of people with heart failure through proactive monitoring
People with heart failure often have repeated stays in hospital when symptoms of breathlessness and heart palpitations worsen, and they need their mediation adjusted. They frequently experience deteriorating symptoms for some time before seeking help.Funding proposalsSearching for novel antimicrobials
With Pacific island researchers, we have recently reported successful culturing of bioactive bacteria, including Streptomyces and rare Actinomycetes from a limestone cave in Fiji.Funding proposalsTransforming crisis communication for linguistic minority communities
This 18-month project aims to enable more inclusive, effective and interactive crisis communication to improve health outcomes for linguistic minority communities.Funding proposalsWorking at the HRC
We're a team of 36 permanent staff who demonstrate our company values of integrity, commitment, transparency and courage.General informationA revolutionary solution to a chronic healing problem
The rise of diabetes, greater longevity and increasing cost of health delivery, makes interventions to reduce patient time in the health care system a priority.Funding proposalsOur Flow: increasing access to health-screening through menstrual blood
Premenopausal females will menstruate ~9-12 times a year.Funding proposalsAvoiding detection: How does gonorrhoea survive within host cells?
Neisseria gonorrheoae is an extraordinary bacterium, that is finely tuned to its human host.Funding proposalsRapid identification of leads for antimicrobials
There is an urgent need for replacements for antibiotics. During evolution bacterial viruses have evolved to manipulate or destroy specific human pathogens.Funding proposalsDo shed a tear for me: novel biomarker methods for Parkinson’s disease
Parkinson’s disease is an incurable progressive neurological disorder that is projected to become increasingly common as our population ages.Funding proposalsDeveloping novel devices to relieve congestion in heart failure
The number one reason why patients over 65 years go to hospital is heart failure. Specifically, patients experience accumulation of fluid in the chest cavity which leads to signs and symptoms of congestion.Funding proposalsRobotics system for rapid deployment of teleophthalmology
Clinicians are making swift moves to compensate for the social distancing necessary to keep safe in the post-COVID-19 era.Funding proposalsWāhi Kōrero: "I felt too whakamā to go to the doctor…”
This research will examine barriers to healthcare to improve health service outcomes and reduce inequities.Wāhi Kōrero is our innovative online research platform, where we invite whānau to respond to story prompts.Funding proposalsCirculating tumour DNA in hastening the diagnosis of lung cancer
Lung cancer is New Zealand’s top cancer research priority as it is the leading cause of cancer-related death and disproportionately disadvantages Māori and Pacific people.Funding proposalsMaternal perception vs actual breast milk supply: is there a difference?
The first 1,000 days are the foundation for lifelong health and wellbeing. Although exclusive breastfeeding is recommended until around 6 months of age, relatively few mothers in New Zealand reach this milestone.Funding proposalsIllustrations help illuminate immunisation information
A pilot study has suggested the value of using illustrations to deliver immunisation information, particularly when parents and caregivers have low-levels of literacy.NewsGenomics and functional metabolomics of phaeochromocytomas and paragangliomas
Phaeochromocytomas and paragangliomas (PCC/PGL) are closely related neuroendocrine tumours that produce catecholamines; adrenaline, noradrenaline and/or dopamine.Funding proposalsSleep, mental health and wellbeing for young people: An online RCT of apps
Sleep generally, and especially for young people, has not yet received adequate research attention. In NZ, 39% of young people sleep less than recommended for their age, with 57% reporting poor quality sleep.Funding proposalsUnravelling the role of protein oligomerisation in acute myeloid leukemia
Acute myeloid leukaemia (AML) is an aggressive cancer with a 25% survival rate. Approximately 700 adults and 40 children are diagnosed with AML in New Zealand each year. Our fundamental understanding of key mechanisms behind AML remains incomplete.Funding proposalsVegetables as first foods for babies, e tamariki, kai o huawhenua i te tuatahi
Despite efforts from health initiatives and whānau, Māori children are eating fewer vegetables than the children in the general population of Aotearoa New Zealand.Funding proposalsProlactin-mediated suppression of fever during pregnancy
The maternal brain undergoes numerous physiological adaptations that ultimately safeguard the healthy development of offspring.Funding proposalsBuilding a synthetic biology pipeline to develop nucleoside therapeutics
This project seeks to develop a synthetic biology platform that combines discovery and sustainable production of novel nucleoside analogues, to combat bacterial and viral infections.Funding proposalsThe adaptation of a web-based psychosocial intervention for cancer survivors
Nearly a quarter of haematological cancer survivors in New Zealand are significantly distressed in the post-treatment period; moreover, cancer survivors often report needing more psychosocial support.Funding proposalsThe relationship between physical activity and gout flares
Gout is a common form of inflammatory arthritis in Aotearoa, characterised by unpredictable flares of intense pain.Funding proposalsNovel targeted therapeutic strategy for ovarian cancer treatment
Ovarian cancer is the 5th leading cause of death in New Zealand women with a mortality rate of over 60% which is the highest among gynaecological cancers. Nearly all ovarian cancer patients face a traumatising and incurable phase.Funding proposals