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Measuring up 2018 is a five-year bibliometric analysis of the scientific publication output of Australian health and medical research, focusing on research funded by the National Health and Medical Research Council (NHMRC).
This document is a five-year analysis of the scientific publication output and citation impact of research funded by NHMRC and of Australian health and medical research generally. The aim of the report is to measure the impact of NHMRC funding schemes in terms of published journal output.
These Guidelines aim to protect Australians from threats posed by the recreational use of coastal, estuarine and fresh water environments.These Guidelines are currently being updated by NHMRC’s Recreational Water Quality Advisory Committee. For information on the update of these guidelines see the project summary page.
In Australia, fluoride is added to our water supplies to help to reduce tooth decay. In 2016 National Health and Medical Research Council (NHMRC) reviewed the scientific research on water fluoridation.
This document outlines required essential nutrient intake believed adequate to meet the nutritional needs of the majority of healthy people to prevent deficiency and toxicity from excess. The document can be used by health professionals to assess the likelihood of inadequate or excess intake in individuals or groups.
The Procedures and requirements for meeting NHMRC standards for clinical practice guidelines are designed to support guideline developers, including those seeking NHMRC approval, to ensure guidelines are developed to the highest standard.
National Health and Medical Research Council (NHMRC) understands the importance of engaging with consumers and the community on our role and activities. We also provide leadership and guidance to the health and medical research sector on the meaningful engagement of consumers throughout all stages of research and health care.
Wind farms are a renewable, sustainable form of energy production, and wind farms are being established in many areas. However, some people have concerns about the potential health effects of living near a wind farm.
The NHMRC score descriptor working group (the working group) is providing advice to NHMRC on improving the score descriptors and the research impact criteria for the Investigator and Synergy Grant schemes, for implementation from the 2025 and 2026 Investigator Grant funding rounds.
Our Research Help Centre (RHC) provides support for researchers and Administering Institutions in relation to applying for and managing grants.
NHMRC established the Myalgic Encephalomyelitis/ Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (ME/CFS) Advisory Committee under section 39 of the National Health and Medical Research Council Act 1992 to advise the NHMRC Chief Executive Officer on the current needs for research and clinical guidance on ME/CFS. The Committee finalised its report in late April 2019.
Professor Emily Banks AM, recipient of the 2025 NHMRC Outstanding Contribution Award, is a public health physician and epidemiologist working towards improving health and healthcare, at an individual and population level. With interests spanning chronic disease, tobacco control, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health and healthy ageing, Professor Banks’s extensive research into population health is changing public behaviours, guiding healthcare professionals and having a significant impact in the community.
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There are various factors that can affect when a grant outcome is announced. We may also release outcomes under embargo so institutions can begin planning straight away.
10 of the Best 2010 showcases 10 Australian health and medical research projects chosen from among the thousands of NHMRC funded medical research projects in Australia.
The Australian Government Department of Health and Aged Care (the department) and National Health and Medical Research Council (NHMRC) undertook consultation processes to provide an opportunity for members of the public, peak bodies, experts and other interested stakeholders to consider mitochondrial donation in the Australian context.