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This criteria must be used for determining embryos that are considered unsuitable for implantation and that may be used for research. The NHMRC will continue to work with the scientific community to update and refine these Objective Criteria as additional scientifically authenticated information becomes available.
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.
This document provides advice on the conduct of animal-based studies to ensure that the studies are rigorous, transparent and reproducible and lead to useful outcomes. It is in line with the Australian Code for the care and use of animals for scientific purposes, 8th edition (2013), which is adopted into legislation across Australia.
The ability to make insulin was one of the great medical breakthroughs of the 20th Century. However, it quickly became clear to clinicians and researchers how complicated the human body's systems were for regulating and using blood sugar. In the absence of a deep understanding of these systems, providing insulin could have dangers.
The number of direct to consumer DNA tests consumers can buy over the internet, without the involvement of a doctor, has been rising. This resource is to inform consumers about test accuracy, privacy legislation and what it may mean for personal insurances and blood relations.
Hearing loss can have a wide range of adverse effects on individuals and their families. Cochlear implants offer the only effective treatment for those with severe-to-profound sensorineural hearing loss. NHMRC-funded researchers at The University of Melbourne developed the type of cochlear implant that is in widespread use today. In partnership with leading Australian medical device firm Nucleus Ltd, their work led to the development of Cochlear Limited, a successful Australian company and the world’s leading cochlear implant provider.
The first 5 years of a child’s life are a critical time period for influencing growth, development and learning.1
This data dictionary provides definitions for key terms frequently used by NHMRC to describe our data. It serves as a reference guide to ensure consistency and clarity in understanding terms we use.
This document outlines required essential nutrient intake believed adequate to meet the nutritional needs of the majority of healthy people to prevent deficiency. The document can be used by health professionals to assess the likelihood of inadequate intake in individuals or groups.