Cardiology
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Recognition for invaluable support
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The Kolling Institute hosted a special event to acknowledge NSLHD Board Chair Trevor Danos AM, who is stepping down after 10 years in the role. Trevor has been a tireless advocate for the Kolling, championing research excellence across the Royal North Shore Hospital campus. He provided leadership during an important period for the institute, delivering…
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New research to help detect silent heart disease before it turns deadly
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A major research initiative is set to reshape how heart attacks are prevented by detecting heart disease earlier before it leads to a life-threatening event. Interventional cardiologist and leading researcher Professor Gemma Figtree will lead the three-year program after receiving more than $750,000 from the NSW Government. Coronary artery disease remains the leading cause of…
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Recognition for excellence in research
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In a sign of the emerging research talent across northern Sydney, a group of impressive up-and-coming investigators have taken out a host of coveted awards at a special event at the Kolling Institute. More than 75 people attended the HDR/ECR Research Forum, which showcased outstanding research across neuroscience and pain, cardiology and renal, cancer and…
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Major investment to improve heart health
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Heart Research Australia has committed more than a million dollars to support cardiac research at the Kolling Institute and Royal North Shore Hospital, funding a mix of new and continuing projects across the campus. The investment will support 10 new research grants and the continuation of six existing projects, strengthening clinical and lab-based cardiovascular research…
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New study tests how stress and big meals can trigger a heart attack
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A heavy Christmas lunch, an argument or even smoke from a bushfire may seem harmless, but for people at risk of heart disease, they could be deadly. A new study is investigating how emotional stress, pollution, chest infections, and large meals can trigger heart attacks in vulnerable people, and importantly, how to manage those triggers…
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New report identifies key health challenges
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The latest global health check has confirmed heart disease remains the world’s biggest killer. The concerning trend was identified through the Global Burden of Disease study which analysed health challenges and the leading cause of death in Australia and across the world. The study looked at data over more than three decades from 1990 to…
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September 2025 Kolling NEWS
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Our latest Kolling Institute newsletter is out detailing the very latest updates from our expert team of researchers, including some promising progress with our bowel cancer investigators. There’s an opportunity to join a clinical trial to minimise the impact of osteoarthritis, a new approach to reduce spinal cord injury related pain and an international award recognising 40…
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Crucial new funds to help improve heart and kidney disease treatment
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Royal North Shore Hospital’s Associate Professor Brendon Neuen will establish an international consortium to support those with both heart and kidney disease. The nephrologist and Director of Kidney Trials will lead the collaboration after being awarded close to $500,000 from NSW Health through a program to drive groundbreaking projects in heart disease. The grant will…
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Partnership to drive innovation in genomic science
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An exciting partnership between AGRF Ltd (Australian Genome Research Facility) and the University of Sydney and the Kolling Institute will help strengthen genomic capabilities. The partnership will see a specialised team and cutting-edge technology located within the institute to progress research in this increasingly crucial field. As Australia’s largest provider of genomic services, AGRF supports…
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Kolling Research Symposium 2024
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We would like to thank everyone involved in the 2024 Kolling Institute Symposium. During the event, a diverse collection of researchers detailed the latest progress with their ground-breaking work into kidney and heart disease treatments, bone and muscle conditions, rare cancers, and neurological challenges. There was a focus too on the innovative work to develop…
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