Auckland Medical Research Foundation @medresearchnz.bsky.social · 23hStroke is the major cause of disability in New Zealand. What if treatment could start in the ambulance? Attend our upcoming event to find out. 1.9 million brain cells are lost every minute a large stroke goes untreated. Cooling the brain may slow that clock while the ambulance gets you to hospital. 100
Auckland Medical Research Foundation @medresearchnz.bsky.social · 29/09/2026Congratulations to Stian on this AMRF award for presenting his research in heart failure and contributing to important conversations in cardiovascular research at 2026's HealtheX. Read more: www.linkedin.com/feed/update/... #cardiovascular #medicalresearch #healthresearch #heartfailurelinkedin.comSign Up | LinkedIn500 million+ members | Manage your professional identity. Build and engage with your professional network. Access knowledge, insights and opportunities. 100
Auckland Medical Research Foundation @medresearchnz.bsky.social · 28/09/2026Could a change in diet help improve both gut & mental health symptoms in people with Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)? AMRF-funded researcher Dr Nicola Gillies is looking for adults aged 18-65 w/ IBS & symptoms of anxiety and/or depression to join the Study. You can take part from anywhere in NZ. 100
Auckland Medical Research Foundation @medresearchnz.bsky.social · 27/09/2026Congratulations to AMRF-funded researcher Greer Pugh on receiving the prize for Best Poster Presentation (clinical) at #ISAN2026. Great to see New Zealand-led POTS research recognised on the international stage! www.linkedin.com/feed/update/...linkedin.comWe're proud to support researchers advancing understanding of complex health conditions. This is an outstanding achievement for AMRF-funded researcher Greer Pugh, who was recognised at this… | Au...We're proud to support researchers advancing understanding of complex health conditions. This is an outstanding achievement for AMRF-funded researcher Greer Pugh, who was recognised at this prestigio... 000
Auckland Medical Research Foundation @medresearchnz.bsky.social · 07/09/2026Every breakthrough starts with an idea. But without funding, even the most promising ideas can remain just that. Dr Jay Gong and Dr Henry Wei saw a challenge facing New Zealand's health system every day. www.medicalresearch.org.nz/post/ai-bowe...medicalresearch.org.nzFrom Paperwork to Patients: Using AI to reduce wait times for colonoscopyMedical research changes lives. Across Aotearoa New Zealand, researchers are advancing new treatments, improving health outcomes, and tackling some of the biggest challenges in cancer and neonatal hea... 100
Auckland Medical Research Foundation @medresearchnz.bsky.social · 16/07/2026Research changes lives. In our latest Momentum, we're celebrating researchers advancing cancer discoveries, honouring Professor Alistair Gunn's life-saving legacy, and sharing progress towards our Futures Fellowship Fund. Read more: www.medicalresearch.org.nz/our-storiesmedicalresearch.org.nzResearch Success | Auckland Medical Research FoundationRead the incredible success stories of researchers, scientists and clinicians funded by charitable donors to AMRF. From infectious diseases to neuroscience, cancer, paediatrics and more, this work sav... 110
Auckland Medical Research Foundation @medresearchnz.bsky.social · 14/05/2026We join the many tributes across Aotearoa and around the world honouring the life of paediatrician and medical researcher Professor Alistair Gunn. Professor Gunn’s research led to the development of therapeutic hypothermia (cooling the brain after oxygen deprivation). 110
Auckland Medical Research Foundation @medresearchnz.bsky.social · 07/05/2026AMRF-supported researcher A/Prof Amy Chan aims to bring asthma deaths to zero. Together, your support turns possibility into progress. www.rnz.co.nz/national/pro...rnz.co.nzHow smartwatches could be used to predict asthma attacksResearchers at the University of Auckland will be trialling the technology, one of the first major breakthroughs in asthma care in decades. Felix Walton reports. 100
Auckland Medical Research Foundation @medresearchnz.bsky.social · 04/05/2026It's Asthma Awareness Week in NZ and Asthma Awareness Month globally. What if asthma attacks could be predicted before they happen? www.medicalresearch.org.nz/post/digital... #MedicalResearch #Asthma #Researchers #HealthTechnologymedicalresearch.org.nzDigital markers in asthma: harnessing technology for asthma attack predictionExplore how digital markers in asthma can predict an asthma attack before it happens. Learn how technology can transform asthma attack management. 100
Auckland Medical Research Foundation @medresearchnz.bsky.social · 23/04/2026Congratulations to Dr Nikki Earle for continuing her important work in women’s heart health. www.heartfoundation.org.nz/about-us/new...heartfoundation.org.nzClosing the gap in women’s heart health: Heart Foundation - Hynds Senior Research Fellowship, Dr Nikki EarleAlongside well-known heart disease risk factors such as high cholesterol, high blood pressure, diabetes, obesity and smoking, women have some sex-specific risk factors for heart disease. 100
Auckland Medical Research Foundation @medresearchnz.bsky.social · 07/04/2026"I hope that people and families living with motor neurone disease see my work and that it gives them hope." AMRF Career Advancement Fellow Dr Molly Swanson is investigating microglia cells, an often overlooked part of the brain’s immune system. www.stuff.co.nz/nz-news/3609...stuff.co.nzThe rare diagnosis that changed a brain researcher’s workWhen Dr Molly Swanson’s son was less than a week old, she learnt he had a rare genetic disorder that affects only two people in New Zealand. 110
Auckland Medical Research Foundation @medresearchnz.bsky.social · 02/04/2026This World Autism Awareness Day, we’re highlighting the potential of researcher‑led work to change outcomes early in life. www.medicalresearch.org.nz/post/newslet... 110
Auckland Medical Research Foundation @medresearchnz.bsky.social · 08/02/2026Today is International Epilepsy Day. This neurological condition affects over 50 million people worldwide and 1% of New Zealanders. 40% of women with ongoing epilepsy see their seizures worsen around their menstrual cycles. www.facebook.com/AMRFnz/posts...facebook.comAuckland Medical Research Foundation“There are 25,000 New Zealand women with epilepsy, 40% of whom experience double the number of seizures at specific phases of their menstrual cycle. Seizures from this catamenial epilepsy are often... 101
Auckland Medical Research Foundation @medresearchnz.bsky.social · 04/02/2026RNZ’s recent coverage of lab‑grown tumours, a cutting-edge new technology for cancer research, highlights growing momentum behind these new approaches to testing cancer drugs & improving patient outcomes Our role: unlock progress by funding people & ideas to move medical & health science forward. 100
Auckland Medical Research Foundation @medresearchnz.bsky.social · 03/02/2026Knowledge of brain activity across the menstrual cycle remains a critical gap in neuroscience. redcap.fmhs.auckland.ac.nz/surveys/?s=L... 121
Auckland Medical Research Foundation @medresearchnz.bsky.social · 23/12/2025As the year comes to a close, we’re taking a moment to reflect on a milestone that matters: AMRF's 70 years of supporting the researchers who drive medical progress in Aotearoa New Zealand. 110
Auckland Medical Research Foundation @medresearchnz.bsky.social · 21/12/2025An Auckland researcher is helping shape our understanding of POTS and her first peer-reviewed publication is an important step forward. Greer Pugh's new study provides one of the most comprehensive vascular assessments of women with Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome #POTS to date.linkedin.com#pots #potsresearch #longcovid | Auckland Medical Research FoundationAn Auckland researcher is helping shape our understanding of POTS and her first peer-reviewed publication is an important step forward. Greer Pugh's new study provides one of the most comprehensive v... 110
Auckland Medical Research Foundation @medresearchnz.bsky.social · 14/12/2025The path to becoming a medical research leader is long and often uncertain. Early-career scientists face a critical funding gap that can derail their progress before they secure permanent academic roles. www.medicalresearch.org.nz/post/newslet... 100
Auckland Medical Research Foundation @medresearchnz.bsky.social · 10/12/2025New Zealand researchers continue driving global health and medical innovation. Prof Trevor Sherwin is one of many scientists AMRF has supported through their career. Trevor was interviewed today about his research on an eye drop to repair the cornea. www.rnz.co.nz/national/pro...rnz.co.nzTrevor Sherwin on world-leading eye researchOver two decades, Auckland University's ophthalmology team has grown from one or two lecturers to a thriving department with several professors now producing world-leading research. 100
Reposted by Auckland Medical Research FoundationAuckland Medical Research Foundation @medresearchnz.bsky.social · 05/10/2025Curious to know how milk can repair a damaged heart...or protect from radiation side-effects during cancer treatments? Keen to understand how bioelectrical circuits drive heartbeats, and how they can short out, leading to deadly arrhythmias? 101
Auckland Medical Research Foundation @medresearchnz.bsky.social · 05/10/2025Curious to know how milk can repair a damaged heart...or protect from radiation side-effects during cancer treatments? Keen to understand how bioelectrical circuits drive heartbeats, and how they can short out, leading to deadly arrhythmias? 101
Auckland Medical Research Foundation @medresearchnz.bsky.social · 05/10/2025Are you curious how neurological research has helped unlock insights into the brain? Keen to know what research tells us about the role of the self in dementia and amnesia? Click to register for this free event: www.medicalresearch.org.nz/ss4-event-fo... 000
Auckland Medical Research Foundation @medresearchnz.bsky.social · 28/09/2025"If your work or interests align with cardiovascular science, neurobiology, translational medicine, or emerging biotherapeutics, we welcome you to join us for these insightful discussions, whether in Auckland or online." www.medicalresearch.org.nz/ss4-event-fo...medicalresearch.org.nz70th Anniversary Events | Auckland Medical Research FoundationFind the latest lectures and events hosted by the Auckland Medical Research Foundation in 2025, its 70th anniversary year. 100
Auckland Medical Research Foundation @medresearchnz.bsky.social · 06/08/2025Tonight! Book your free place to watch in person or online now ⤵️ 000
Auckland Medical Research Foundation @medresearchnz.bsky.social · 30/07/2025"AMRF's investment in my travel has not only supported my career development but also helped to advance research for young people living with chronic musculoskeletal pain and people who have experienced a traumatic brain injury." 110
Auckland Medical Research Foundation @medresearchnz.bsky.social · 29/07/2025"Although it is well established that youth with type 1 Diabetes (T1D) experience high rates of distress, current clinical care is often under-resourced and unable to provide sufficient or timely psychological support." Read more here: www.linkedin.com/posts/dr-ann...linkedin.comOur Auckland Medical Research Foundation funded study testing the usability and feasibility of a self-compassion chatbot for youth with Type 1 Diabetes has just been published in Diabetic Medicine… | ...Our Auckland Medical Research Foundation funded study testing the usability and feasibility of a self-compassion chatbot for youth with Type 1 Diabetes has just been published in Diabetic Medicine 🚨 T... 101
Auckland Medical Research Foundation @medresearchnz.bsky.social · 21/07/2025AMRF Senior Research Fellow A/Prof Amy Chan continues to go from strength to strength. In addition to her cutting edge research into digital tools for asthma management, she now heads the University of Auckland School of Pharmacy. www.linkedin.com/feed/update/...linkedin.comHospital pharmacist and researcher Amy Chan will be the next head of the University of Auckland School of Pharmacy. | Pharmacy TodayHospital pharmacist and researcher Amy Chan will be the next head of the University of Auckland School of Pharmacy. https://lnkd.in/gwpitymX | 12 comments on LinkedIn 100
Auckland Medical Research Foundation @medresearchnz.bsky.social · 20/07/2025Curious how AI and big data is transforming the lives of people with asthma? Sign up for this Free live event, 6pm Wed August 6 www.medicalresearch.org.nz/events-1/amr... 100
Auckland Medical Research Foundation @medresearchnz.bsky.social · 18/05/2025Dr Annie Jones was recently featured on Radio New Zealand to talk about her AMRF-funded research that aims to support children receiving cancer therapy. Listen here: www.rnz.co.nz/national/pro...rnz.co.nzPilot programme to help children navigate cancer launchedResearch that is aiming to help support children with cancer navigate gruelling medical treatment has been launched at Starship Hospital. University of Auckland research fellow Dr Annie Jones spoke to... 100
Auckland Medical Research Foundation @medresearchnz.bsky.social · 13/05/2025Curious to know about the latest NZ research into the pancreas? In 2025, AMRF proudly marks 70 years of funding groundbreaking medical research, marking the awarding of over $100,000,000 to dedicated medical and health science researchers. We're "Empowering researchers, transforming lives." 110
Auckland Medical Research Foundation @medresearchnz.bsky.social · 29/04/2025Curious to know about New Zealand innovations in palliative care? In 2025, AMRF proudly marks 70 years of funding groundbreaking medical research, marking the awarding of over $100,000,000 to dedicated medical and health science researchers. We're "Empowering researchers, transforming lives." 110
Auckland Medical Research Foundation @medresearchnz.bsky.social · 17/04/2025"It usually takes at least 20 years to get something into [clinical] practice so this is, by comparison, this is miraculously fast and it's changed lives of millions of babies and families around the world because of a little clinical trial we did here." 110
Auckland Medical Research Foundation @medresearchnz.bsky.social · 14/04/2025AMRF is pleased to announce the first of our awards to one of the newest organisations to become eligible to receive our contestable funding, the National Hauora Coalition, to attend prestigious international conferences this year. Congratulations to Manawa Rhind and Monleigh Ikiua Muliaumasealii! 120
Auckland Medical Research Foundation @medresearchnz.bsky.social · 11/04/2025"I don't think there's any doubt that the patients we treated would have died in very short order." Enjoy another video from AMRF's 70th Anniversary Speaker Series! In it you can hear from Dr Richard Frith, neurologist and clinical neurophysiologist who introduced the first CPAP machine in NZ. 100
Auckland Medical Research Foundation @medresearchnz.bsky.social · 09/04/2025"Independent funding will only become more important to researchers, as the Government continues to tighten its belt." AMRF has worked for 70 years to ensure health and medical researchers and scientists are empowered and funded to do their vital work to better the health of all New Zealanders. 110
Auckland Medical Research Foundation @medresearchnz.bsky.social · 02/04/2025Empowering researchers, transforming lives. Enjoy video from AMRF's first event in our 70th Anniversary Speaker Series! Here you can hear from Dr Diana Sarfati, former NZ Director-General of Health, cancer epidemiologist, and eminent health services researcher. 100
Auckland Medical Research Foundation @medresearchnz.bsky.social · 12/03/2025The Auckland Medical Research Foundation (AMRF) is thrilled to announce a significant expansion of its postdoctoral fellowship funding programme, aimed at supporting early career medical and health researchers. 120
Auckland Medical Research Foundation @medresearchnz.bsky.social · 05/03/2025"Improving palliative care for people living in areas of rural deprivation is essential, but as one expert with lived experience put it: Why do we have to wait till we’re dying?" ⬇️for more 101
Auckland Medical Research Foundation @medresearchnz.bsky.social · 03/03/2025AMRF's 70th Anniversary launch was an event to remember: Empowering Researchers, Transforming Lives 100
Auckland Medical Research Foundation @medresearchnz.bsky.social · 26/02/2025Tonight's the night! It's not too late to join us -- register now at www.iamcurious.co.nz to reserve your place. 000
Auckland Medical Research Foundation @medresearchnz.bsky.social · 23/02/2025This Thursday: You're invited to hear key insights behind 3 esteemed NZ researcher’s contributions to national & global health. We mark AMRF's 70th anniversary & funding over $100 Million for medical research! Join us Thursday Feb 27 6pm--register now to secure your free spot. www.iamcurious.co.nz 000
Auckland Medical Research Foundation @medresearchnz.bsky.social · 17/02/2025You're invited to hear key insights behind 3 esteemed NZ researcher’s contributions to national & global health & mark the 70th anniversary of AMRF funding over $100 Million for medical research since 1955. Join us Thursday Feb 27 by registering now to secure your free spot. www.iamcurious.co.nz 000
Auckland Medical Research Foundation @medresearchnz.bsky.social · 06/02/20252025 marks the 70th Anniversary of the Auckland Medical Research Foundation (AMRF). Over the past seven decades, we've awarded over $100 million to groundbreaking medical research, thanks to the invaluable support of our donors. 🔗 Read the newsletter: www.medicalresearch.org.nz/post/empower... 100
Reposted by Auckland Medical Research FoundationCervantée Wild @cervanteewild.bsky.social · 02/02/2025Check out our research just featured by @nihr.bsky.social 🙌 What support do people with Long Covid need to return to work? evidence.nihr.ac.uk/alert/what-s... @oxprimarycare.bsky.socialevidence.nihr.ac.ukWhat support do people with long COVID need to return to work?People with long COVID can struggle to return to employment due to unpredictable symptoms. Interviews highlighted the problems they face. 2138
Reposted by Auckland Medical Research FoundationScience Media Centre NZ @smcnz.bsky.social · 14/01/2025A handful of places are still available for our media training workshop in Auckland on 27-28 February. Our next round of applications will close on Monday. Apply for Science Media SAVVY here: www.sciencemediacentre.co.nz/science-medi...sciencemediacentre.co.nzScience Media SAVVYOur flagship media training increases confidence and skills to help researchers to engage more effectively with the wider public through broadcast, print and social media. Apply below. We create a uni... 123
Reposted by Auckland Medical Research FoundationAuckland Medical Research Foundation @medresearchnz.bsky.social · 18/12/2024AMRF is transitioning to a new online portal and will be running both systems in parallel during the first two grant rounds of 2025. See next posts for links! #ResearchFunding #MedicalResearch #CareerDevelopment 101
Auckland Medical Research Foundation @medresearchnz.bsky.social · 18/12/2024Today is International Migrants Day. AMRF-funded health research research provides evidence for addressing inequities and enhancing long-term well-being facing refugees in NZ. Dr Arezoo Malihi researches refugees' mental health challenges and urgent need for culturally sensitive support services. 100
Reposted by Auckland Medical Research FoundationMerryn Gott (she/her) @merryngott.bsky.social · 18/12/2024Very exciting new #TeĀrai project - grateful for funding from @medresearchnz.bsky.social 🙏 062
Auckland Medical Research Foundation @medresearchnz.bsky.social · 18/12/2024AMRF is transitioning to a new online portal and will be running both systems in parallel during the first two grant rounds of 2025. See next posts for links! #ResearchFunding #MedicalResearch #CareerDevelopment 101
Auckland Medical Research Foundation @medresearchnz.bsky.social · 16/12/2024Dr. Marta Seretny's commitment to enhancing healthcare ethics takes her to the University of Oxford. Read about her inspiring journey and the groundbreaking research she will undertake. Read Marta's plans for her practical clinical ethics research: www.medicalresearch.org.nz/post/bridgin... 110