Discovering why stiff heart failure affects more women than men
HRI is investigating why more women than men are affected by heart failure with preserved ejection fraction.
HRI scientists working to prove how some of the most unpopular vegetables could reverse stroke
HRI has discovered cruciferous veg like Brussels sprouts and broccoli can help dissolve blood clots and improve the performance of clot-busting drugs, which could help treat stroke.
Inspiration from natural products in heart-healthy diets used to fight cardiovascular disease
HRI’s Dr Xuyu Liu is researching how healthy heart diets that contain ‘natural products’ can give rise to new treatments for thrombosis.
New COO for the Heart Research Institute
HRI is pleased to announce that Dr Tim Gainsford has been appointed Chief Operating Officer from Monday, 5 September 2022.
Investigating platelet hyperactivity in diabetes for preventative therapies
HRI is conducting a collaborative research project investigating the mechanisms of platelet hyperactivity in diabetes with Dr Maggie Kalev-Zylinska, University of Auckland.
Developing safer treatments for ischaemic stroke
HRI has launched an international drug discovery project investigating the development of a photo-responsive therapy for ischaemic stroke.
Distinguished Prof Annemarie Hennessy AM celebrates 20 years at HRI
Distinguished Professor Annemarie Hennessy AM is celebrating 20 years at HRI as Vascular Immunology Group Leader this year.
HRI welcomes new Scientific Director, Prof Andrew Coats AO
HRI is delighted to announce that world-leading cardiovascular expert Professor Andrew Coats AO is joining the Institute as Scientific Director.
Advancing medical treatment for diabetes patients more likely to develop atherosclerosis
HRI's Dr Ashish Misra has received a 2022 Diabetes Australia research grant for his project to identify the mechanisms linking diabetes with atherosclerosis.