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Government Handed Recommendations To Improve RSE Scheme
Monday, 12 December 2022, 9:05 am | HRC
The Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) Commissioner today handed a summary of her observations of the Recognised Seasonal Employer (RSE) scheme , along with a comprehensive list of recommendations to be included in the Government’s review ... More >>
Health and economic benefits from new HRC-funded research
Thursday, 4 June 2015, 9:57 am | HRC
Two new research contracts announced today – one following up on a successful trial of a cheap oral gel for treating low blood sugar levels in newborn babies and the other developing new targeted drugs for stomach cancer patients – will boost ... More >>
Discovery could aid future treatment of female infertility
Thursday, 4 June 2015, 9:56 am | HRC
Otago researchers have identified a surprising new pathway within the brain’s network of neurons that could provide insights into the leading cause of female infertility in New Zealand and the world: polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS). Dr Rebecca Campbell ... More >>
Study to help improve NZ’s housing for children
Thursday, 4 June 2015, 9:53 am | HRC
Wellington-based researcher Professor Philippa Howden-Chapman has just received a $5 million programme grant from the Health Research Council of New Zealand (HRC) to help improve New Zealand’s housing stock – particularly rental properties ... More >>
Banks Lead the Way on Gender Equality in the Workplace
Saturday, 4 October 2014, 11:32 am | HRC
For the second year running, banks have scooped the majority of the awards at the second White Camellia Awards*, being held in Auckland tonight. The awards recognise organisations that have made the most progress in implementing the seven principles ... More >>
HRC research funding to improve patient services
Thursday, 26 May 2011, 9:46 am | HRC
Four research projects have been offered HRC funding for research partnerships, which will utilise the experience and expertise of frontline clinicians to provide innovative and workable solutions to improve health delivery services. More >>
Diverse projects supported in recent funding round
Tuesday, 3 February 2009, 4:03 pm | HRC
Funding has been announced for a variety of projects addressing health research needs of District Health Boards, in the areas of mental health and diabetes, obesity and cardiovascular disease. More >>