No images? Click here Bite Size Science Webinars | 17 - 21 August, 2020Have you ever had a health related science question but haven't had the opportunity to ask it? Well, now you can! Every day during National Science Week, an IHMRI researcher is available for you. Covering topics such as skin cancer treatments, cardiovascular health and exercise, how humans adapt to change, and neurodengenetive diseases like Motor Neurone Disease and Parkinson's Disease. ![]() ![]() How effective is your DIY facemask?Face masks can be effective in minimising transmission of Coronavirus but they have to be well designed. IHMRI’s Jane Whitelaw, shares her tips on what to look out for when making or purchasing a face mask. ![]() The mental health effects of living with diabetesAround 1.7 million Australians are currently living with either Type 1 or Type 2 Diabetes. While there is a growing understanding of diabetes, the mental strain of living with the condition could go unnoticed. Webinar for local businessesIHMRI and the Illawarra Business Chamber partnered up in July to hold a LIVE and interactive webinar for our community. The webinar focused on giving businesses insights on how to manage their COVID-19 response and how to better support and protect their staff in the midst of a potential second wave. ![]() ![]() Coronavirus and emotional traumaResearchers around the world are warning the psychological trauma from the pandemic will potentially lead to a generation with long-term mental health issues. ![]() New developments in cancer treatment deliveryAn implantable device aimed at shrinking cancerous tumours with chemotherapy has reached a new research stage and is showing promising results. Soapbox Science Sydney | 17 - 20 August, 2020Ever wondered about the science behind pill-testing? How about how to study brains of the deceased to understand mental illness? Learn all about these (and more!) by joining this year's VIRTUAL Soapbox Science featuring IHMRI's Dr Jody Morgan and Dr Natalie Matosin. ![]() Help us discover the cures of tomorrowThank you for subscribing to our community newsletter and supporting health and medical research in the Illawarra. Follow our social pages to keep up-to-date with the latest IHMRI news. |