News and Events
13 November 2017
Aerobic exercise can improve memory function and maintain brain health as we age, a new Australian-led study has found.
Aerobic exercise can improve memory function and maintain brain health as we age, a new Australian-led study has found.
9 November 2017
Higher Degree Research students with an interest in the fields of mental health and herbal medicine are encouraged to apply for two new scholarships available at NICM. Provided in partnership with the Blackmores Institute, the scholarships will support two PhD students over three years. Applications are open until 26 November 2017.
Higher Degree Research students with an interest in the fields of mental health and herbal medicine are encouraged to apply for two new scholarships available at NICM. Provided in partnership with the Blackmores Institute, the scholarships will support two PhD students over three years. Applications are open until 26 November 2017.
3 November 2017
Acupuncture may help prepare pregnant women for labour by increasing the readiness of the cervix, although more research is needed to determine if the therapy can decrease the need for medical inductions.
Acupuncture may help prepare pregnant women for labour by increasing the readiness of the cervix, although more research is needed to determine if the therapy can decrease the need for medical inductions.
31 October 2017
Welcome to our October newsletter. We have had a busy year with some fantastic research outputs and new partnerships and collaborations created as you will read in this edition .
Welcome to our October newsletter. We have had a busy year with some fantastic research outputs and new partnerships and collaborations created as you will read in this edition .
30 October 2017
NICM researchers have featured prominently in the media resulting from recent research papers published in mental health and managing depression, period pain, and PCOS treatment.
NICM researchers have featured prominently in the media resulting from recent research papers published in mental health and managing depression, period pain, and PCOS treatment.
27 October 2017
Congratulations to Judy Jacka, awarded the Lady Cilento Award at CMA’s 2017 Annual Conference and Industry Awards Dinner.
Congratulations to Judy Jacka, awarded the Lady Cilento Award at CMA’s 2017 Annual Conference and Industry Awards Dinner.
26 October 2017
NICM scientists have found significant improvements in the treatment of polycystic ovary syndrome symptoms in overweight women by combining lifestyle interventions such as diet and exercise with a novel herbal formulation.
NICM scientists have found significant improvements in the treatment of polycystic ovary syndrome symptoms in overweight women by combining lifestyle interventions such as diet and exercise with a novel herbal formulation.
19 October 2017
The NHMRC Centre for Research Excellence in Polycystic Ovary Syndrome has awarded a project grant of over $10,000 to Dr Carolyn Ee, Jacka Foundation senior research fellow at NICM.
The NHMRC Centre for Research Excellence in Polycystic Ovary Syndrome has awarded a project grant of over $10,000 to Dr Carolyn Ee, Jacka Foundation senior research fellow at NICM.
13 October 2017
Federal government announces major reforms to private health insurance, including the removal of selected natural therapies.
Federal government announces major reforms to private health insurance, including the removal of selected natural therapies.
23 September 2017
New Australian-led research has confirmed that smartphone apps are an effective treatment option for depression, paving the way for safe and accessible interventions for the millions of people around the world diagnosed with this condition.
New Australian-led research has confirmed that smartphone apps are an effective treatment option for depression, paving the way for safe and accessible interventions for the millions of people around the world diagnosed with this condition.
