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NHMRC Investigator Grants
Monday, 03 Aug 2026

Four researchers from the ANU National Centre for Epidemiology and Population Health (NCEPH) have been awarded 2026 NHMRC Investigator Grants, securing more than $8 million in funding to pursue ambitious public health research over the next five years.

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Professor Kamalini Lokuge
Monday, 27 Jul 2026

From the Ebola outbreak to the COVID-19 pandemic, Professor Kamalini Lokuge has been driven to provide humanitarian health care wherever in the world it may be needed.

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Australia's smoking rates hit historic low despite illicit tobacco concerns
Friday, 17 Jul 2026

Australia’s smoking rate has reached its lowest level on record, with new results from the country’s most trusted national survey showing fewer people are smoking than ever before.

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Upcoming events

Distinguished Professor Emily Banks says Australia's latest national survey shows smoking rates have fallen to a record low. Image: ANU
6 Aug 2026 | 12:30 - 1:30pm

Lies, manipulation and exploitation: addressing tobacco and e-cigarette industry tactics for effective public health

This presentation considers evidence regarding industry lies, manipulation and exploitation and actions to protect public health.
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