by jlis004 | Oct 10, 2025 | Research
This award secures Dr Meng’s pivotal role in the MAPPER-AF study for the next three years, supporting groundbreaking research in atrial fibrillation mapping and data integration. Her dedication and success reflect the strength of our research community and its...
by jlis004 | Sep 2, 2025 | Media, Research
The Health Research Council of New Zealand has awarded a $1.2 million grant to a multidisciplinary team at the University of Auckland to investigate the cellular mechanisms behind atrial fibrillation (AF) the most common heart rhythm disorder. The team includes...
by jlis004 | Aug 28, 2025 | Research
Manaaki Manawa’s researchers have identified a key role for melanocortin signaling in the carotid bodies, showing that elevated MC4R expression contributes to heightened chemosensory activity and excess sympathetic drive in hypertension. This discovery offers...
by jlis004 | Aug 28, 2025 | Media, Research
Scientists at Waipapa Taumata Rau, University of Auckland have identified the carotid body, (a small organ in the neck) as a previously unknown contributor to high blood pressure. This discovery could lead to more effective treatments by targeting the carotid body’s...
by jlis004 | Aug 22, 2025 | Funding Opportunities
The Heart Research Institute (HRI) in Sydney is offering postdoctoral fellowships for 2 years for NZ citizens currently residing in NZ. Click here for more...
