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A research team led by clinical psychologist Associate Professor Yvonne Clark will receive almost $5 million in NHMRC-administered funding for a project to improve Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health and wellbeing during pregnancy, birth and the early years.
For people with Multiple Sclerosis (MS), the myelin that covers nerve fibres in the central nervous system (brain, optic nerves and spinal cord) is damaged, leading to impairment of cognitive, motor and sometimes sensory functions.
Professor Joanne Reed from the Garvan Institute's research focuses on autoimmune diseases, particularly the origin and role of autoantibodies. 'It's really promising research and NHMRC has been able to fund this. This is something that's capable of having a big impact'. Watch her story in the video below.
NHMRC has responsibility for monitoring compliance and investigating potential non-compliance with the Research Involving Human Embryos Act 2002 (RIHE Act) and the Prohibition of Human Cloning for Reproduction Act 2002 (PHCR Act).
The Direct Research Cost (DRC) Guidelines set out the general principles that researchers, Research Administration Officers and Finance Officers should use to guide the appropriate allocation of NHMRC funds for salaries and stipends, and to determine whether expenses are DRCs for the NHMRC funded Research Activity.
Engaging Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people in guideline development Engagement is a relationship built on trust and integrity
The National Health and Medical Research Council (NHMRC) is currently undertaking a review of the Australian Dietary Guidelines. The updated guidelines are scheduled for delivery in 2026.
NHMRC grantees are required to submit Financial Reports under the relevant Funding Agreement.
Identifying and managing conflicts of interest A trustworthy guideline should contain recommendations that are based on high-quality evidence and be as free of bias as possible
Guideline development group The composition of a guideline development group will influence the recommendations it makes
Implementability There is little point in developing a high quality guideline if its recommendations cannot be implemented
Adopt, adapt or start from scratch There are a number of important factors to consider before you adopt or adapt an existing guideline, rather than starting a new one from scratch
Engaging stakeholders Engaging stakeholders early and often can be the difference between developing a guideline that sits on the shelf and one that makes a significant impact
Do guidelines make a difference? NHMRC is seeking information from guideline developers about the impact of guidelines.