Through the lens: our top photos from the past week Take a look at some of our best photographs from the past week. Newcastle Herald · Jul 1, 2024
'People could go years without knowing': the silent bomb that could be you 'I checked it again later at the hospital. It was still up.' Newcastle Herald · Jun 27, 2024
'It has to be snappy': HMRI mind tool to track mental health in a minute Project to pinpoint hotspots in need of mental health resources. Newcastle Herald · May 15, 2024
Budget surplus boasting 'unconscionable' in cost of living crisis Hunter groups say the surplus is nothing to praise. Newcastle Herald · May 15, 2024
'Research romance': Winter is coming, possibly in time for Mother's Day 'I had to get my husband to hide the chocolate from me.' Newcastle Herald · May 11, 2024
Asthma drugs that help afflicted patients go back to 'being a person' 'We never thought it was possible,' Newcastle professor says. Newcastle Herald · May 6, 2024
Poo transplants and breast milk offer potential treatments for gut troubles Success of a faecal transplant depends on 'whose poo you get'. Newcastle Herald · Feb 29, 2024
Hunter Means Business: Is the fast-track plan set to be derailed? NSW will aim to build 377,000 new dwellings by 2029. Newcastle Herald · Feb 26, 2024
'Urgent need': More than $1 million for MS research at HMRI in global effort Three out of four people diagnosed in Australia are women. Newcastle Herald · Jan 22, 2024
'Who's at risk': Schizophrenia discovery through blood, sweat and tears 'Tremendous advance' to enable analysis of thousands of people. Newcastle Herald · Dec 12, 2023
2000 seriously injured on Hunter roads, as trauma surgeon issues warning Victims become more prone to chronic disease and die earlier. Newcastle Herald · Dec 12, 2023
'Lasting impact': HMRI top honours presented at Newcastle event on Friday Researchers recognised for seeking answers to big health challenges. Newcastle Herald · Dec 8, 2023
Curious Kids: why do some farts smell and some don’t? And why do some farts feel hot? Why do some farts smell and some don’t, and some feel hot? – Kian, age 6, from Maleny in Queensland The Conversation · Dec 6, 2023
'Deeper appreciation': Art and science collide with HMRI photography Photo of a coronavirus replicating in the nose wins first prize. Newcastle Herald · Nov 23, 2023
The Conversation · Nov 22, 2023 Thinking of trying a detox? Here's what you need to know first What is a “detox”? It’s a process that involves using particular products, diets or other detoxification methods to try and rid the body of so-called “toxins”.
Newcastle Herald · Nov 16, 2023 AI to help researchers find 'needle in haystack' cure 'It helps us understand how the diseases formed and what we need to treat it.'
Newcastle Herald · Nov 16, 2023 Ashleigh's baby was born at 19 weeks. She wants people to know her story "I don't actually know how I was able to do it."
Newcastle Herald · Oct 23, 2023 'We are heartbroken': professor's death shocks community 'The HMRI family is shocked and saddened by the sudden loss.'
The Conversation · Sep 18, 2023 What does having a 'good relationship with food' mean? 4 ways to know if you've got one Travelling on a train recently you couldn’t help but overhear two women deep in conversation about a mutual obsession with food, including emotional triggers that pushed them towards chocolate and pizza.
Newcastle Herald · Sep 13, 2023 Idol contestant will sing from the heart for charity at Friday night's McKie Memorial Concert It's a fundraiser for HMRI and The Black Dog Institute.
Newcastle Herald · Aug 30, 2023 'Become your own therapist': free 24/7 mental health program 'Timely support and treatment to people in need of help.'
Newcastle Herald · Aug 20, 2023 Are your kids obsessed with poo? We know the perfect place for them 'We wanted to create an exhibit that was interactive and allowed kids to learn.'
Newcastle Herald · Aug 15, 2023 National Science Week fun for all ages The 2022 Hunter Science Festival broke museum attendance records.
Newcastle Herald · Aug 10, 2023 Milk protein examined in nasal spray to stop viruses Lactoferrin researched for "antiviral immunity".
The Conversation · Jul 19, 2023 The cost of living is biting. Here’s how to spend less on meat and dairy The cost of groceries has risen substantially over the last year. Food and non-alcoholic drinks rose by 7.9% in the year to May, with biggest increases in dairy products (15.1%), breads and cereals (12.8%) and processed foods (11.5%).