The High Blood Pressure Research Council of Australia
Membership of the Council is open to persons who have demonstrated continuing activity in some aspect of high blood pressure research.
Mission Statement
The High Blood Pressure Research Council of Australia has been at the forefront of research into the causes, prevention and treatment of high blood pressure since its inception in 1979. Our research incorporates the full range from experimental molecular biology and genetics to human physiology and drug treatment of hypertension. Its members are among the national and international leaders in the field of cardiovascular research.
HBPRCA Latest News
Young Tall Poppy Science Award Winners!
Congratulations to our Two Tall Poppy Award Winners A/Prof. Francine Marques and Dr. Rachel Climie! Associate Professor Marques is an internationally renowned researcher from the School of Biological Sciences specialising in high blood pressure and manipulation of...
Early Career Research Transition Grants 2021-2022
The Foundation for High Blood Pressure Research is pleased to announce that applications are open for: Early Career Research Transition Grants 2021-2022 These new grants of up to $20,000 each are intended for early career researchers who need help in reestablishing...
What is Hypertension?
Our Executive Member Dr. Genevieve Gabb has recently had an article published in the August edition of Australian Prescriber, called 'What is Hypertension?' Click below to read the article.