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HRI pioneers fight against cardiovascular disease

3rd December, 2024

Leading scientists at the Heart Research Institute (HRI) are a step closer to uncovering a new biomarker to identify people at risk of heart disease with a simple blood test, after a “good” gene was identified that causes the heart to enlarge with exercise.

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Sydney Cardiovascular Symposium 2024: From molecules to therapies

12th November, 2024

Delegates from around Australia and the world gathered at the annual Sydney Cardiovascular Symposium.

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HRI welcomes Olympian Duncan Armstrong OAM as Ambassador

28th October, 2024

The Heart Research Institute (HRI) is delighted to announce former Olympian Duncan Armstrong OAM is an HRI Ambassador.

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Researchers gather for AVBS 2024 conference

23rd October, 2024

Researchers from the Heart Research Institute (HRI) attended the 2024 Australian Vascular Biology Society (AVBS) Annual Scientific Meeting from October 16 to 18.

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Cancer drug offers hope for cardiovascular patients: Breakthrough from the Centre for PAD

10th October, 2024

Researchers at the Heart Research Institute (HRI) have made a new discovery, finding an existing drug used to kill tumour cells in cancer patients could also be used to save the limbs of patients with blocked arteries in their legs.

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Volunteers come together at HRI to pack 4,500 heart health kits for Aboriginal communities

8th October, 2024

The Heart Research Institute (HRI) and the Djurali Centre for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health Research and Education at HRI hosted a special community volunteer day to deliver essential heart health information and resources to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities across Australia.

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Meet the Team: Prof Julie McMullen

12th September, 2024

Professor Julie McMullen is the Deputy Director and Director of Research at the Heart Research Institute (HRI) and striving to make a difference for patience with heart failure and other cardiovascular complications.

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Experts gather for HRI Centre for Peripheral Artery Disease (PAD) Colloquium

30th August, 2024

The Heart Research Institute (HRI) Centre for Peripheral Artery Disease (PAD) has held its inaugural colloquium, bringing together leading experts in PAD from around Australia.

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HRI runs free heart health seminars in community

14th August, 2024

Staff from HRI have been out and about in the community talking to people about cardiovascular disease and how they can care for their heart.

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