2027 NHMRC BIENNIAL AWARD NOMINATIONS OPEN NOW! Do you know a group or an individual who has made a special contribution in an area of importance to NHMRC?

Submit your nominations by 5:00PM AEDT, Friday 11 December 2026: ow.ly/lpz450ZUMpO #NHMRC

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In 1981, NHMRC funded researchers in Sydney found a better way to treat sleep apnoea: CPAP. Join Professor Ron Grunstein AM of The University of Sydney for Speaking of Science to hear how this Australian innovation went from lab to bedside. Register: ow.ly/XJn15103Z0E

Could ordering a virtual coffee help stroke survivors regain confidence in real-world conversations?

NHMRC-funded researchers are exploring how virtual reality and artificial intelligence could support communication after stroke.

Read more: ow.ly/fn6i5103Ap4

There is a significant gap in the provision of Indigenous mental health projects in remote areas. Professor Susan Rees of @UNSW leads a research translation project that will address this issue, aiming to substantially improve the mental health of at least 720 men and adolescents ties.
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Can we reduce our risk of dementia in midlife?

NHMRC-funded research has found that personalised support through general practice nurses may help people act on risk factors linked to brain health.

Read more here: ow.ly/Rcop5103bx3

🕰️ Throwback to 1969 when NHMRC released the first national code to guide the use of animals in research. The code established clear expectations for humane treatment, scientific justification and ethical oversight, providing a framework to support both high quality research and ng 90 years of NHMRC's through our timeline: ow.ly/Rm7p50ZZUHt

#ShineALightOnLungCancer – Professor Kwun Fong of @UQ_News leads the CuRE Centre of Research Excellence to prevent and detect curable lung cancer. The project aims to Improve lung cancer outcomes by reducing smoking rates, expanding screening access, understanding risks to ng virtual care and optimising diagnostic bronchoscopy techniques #LungCancerAwarenessMonth

Great research doesn't happen in isolation.

Professor Yvette Roe believes the most effective research is built in partnership with communities, helping ensure that local knowledge, priorities and aspirations are part of the solution.

In this edition of Meet the Experts, on the power of community-led research and its role in creating better health outcomes for future generations.

Visit our website to watch the interview: ow.ly/RWY550ZZEVb

Do you know someone helping put community voices at the heart of their research like Professor James St John of @Griffith_Uni? Submit your nomination for the 2027 NHMRC Consumer Involvement Award by 5:00PM AEDT, Friday 11 December through our website: ow.ly/E9bO50ZUMso

NHMRC-funded researchers, led by @Dr_Shuai_Li are leading the way in advancing breast cancer risk assessment by uncovering hidden insights within digital mammograms.

Read more from last year’s 10 of the Best publication: nhmrc.gov.au/about-us/news-…

What did 2025–26 look like at NHMRC?

Our latest Annual Report is now available, highlighting a year of investment in health and medical research, research translation and our work to support a strong and trusted Australian research sector. You can access the report here:
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Over the coming months, NHMRC's grant management platform will progressively become known as NHMRC Grant Management System.

What's changing? The name and look.

What's staying the same? The platform and current grant processes.

Find out more: ow.ly/Xazl5101ciS

Tracker is out now!

In this edition, read about a new name for NHMRC’s grant management platform, nominations for NHMRC Council, Science to Art Award details and funding opportunities – plus more!

Head to our website: ow.ly/5Hwj5100RaJ

NEW! Our October Speaking of Science with Dr Julee McDonagh of @UOW is ready to watch on our website now: ow.ly/X3Z15100kT2

Special Tracker out now!

Nominations are now open for NHMRC Council, Principal Committees and Joint NHMRC-MRFF Advisory Committees. Head to our website to find out more: ow.ly/k3an5100ms1

Research led by @WEHI_research and supported by NHMRC aims to make cell and gene therapies more feasible for people who need ongoing immunosuppression. This includes people with rare immune disorders, organ or stem cell transplant recipients and patients receiving cell therapies for cancer.

Read more here: miragenews.com/clinician-led-…

What happens when research moves from the lab into everyday healthcare?

For Professor Anushka Patel, seeing evidence translated into better care for patients inspired a career in medical research.

In this edition of Meet the Experts, Professor Patel shares why impactful hy investing in future researchers is key to improving health outcomes for generations to come.

Visit our website to watch the interview: ow.ly/CI1O50ZZEPb

It’s #NationalCarersWeek.

NHMRC-funded research aims to improve care for older Australians living at home.

A Centre of Research Excellence grant will investigate how health and aged care services can work together more effectively and develop evidence that supports for older Australians.

In the 1950s, NHMRC strengthened its support for medical research and expert health advice, helping to tackle some of the country's most pressing health challenges. 

Explore more milestones from our 90-year history via the timeline on our website: ow.ly/lA2R50ZZbgb
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Today is #WorldOsteoporosisDay.

Osteoporosis is a common condition that weakens bones and increases the risk of fractures, particularly as we age.

NHMRC-funded research transformed our understanding of how bones are formed, maintained and broken down.

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A new @ABSStats initiative is opening the door to integrated data research, helping researchers develop new skills, collaborate across institutions and create resources that will support future research across Australia.

Applications for the Open Science at the ABS program 6.

Learn more via the ABS website: ow.ly/9S2s50ZZaUj