NZRSI Research

04/08/2026

🩺 Keeping our skills sharp for research excellence!

Our Research Nurses recently attended the Principles of Intravenous Cannulation and Phlebotomy course through University of Auckland Short Courses as part of their ongoing professional development.

Regular training and skill refreshers help ensure we continue to provide high-quality care and deliver clinical research studies to the highest standard. From blood collection techniques to intravenous cannulation, staying up to date with best practice supports both participant safety and research outcomes.

20/05/2026

On International Clinical Trials Day 2026 - NZRSI Research would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to all our clinical trial participants. Your time, commitment, and willingness to be involved make this work possible — we simply couldn’t do it without you.

We’re not meant to have favorite's… but a special shout-out to Donna and all the amazing participants who have contributed to our clinical trials over the past 20+ years.

Take a look at our website to learn more about the team behind our research.

Did you know? 20th May marks the anniversary of the first recorded clinical trial in 1747, when James Lind tested treatments for scurvy.

www.nzrsi.co.nz/Research

31/10/2024

Hi,
We have studies for people with emphysema due to alpha-1-antitrypdin deficiency, COPD - Moderate to severe, starting in February 2025, IPF and bronchiectasis.
We'd love to hear from you if you are interested in participating in clinical research.
Just email us at [email protected].
Dr Michelle Baker.

26/02/2024

We are still recruiting for the ALIENTO clinical study exploring a potential new treatment for COPD.
If you are prescribed a combination of inhalers to use every day, are a current or former smoker, and have had two or more chest infections within a 12-month period that required treatment, you may be eligible to take part. Ages 40+.
Please get in touch.
Call us at NZRSI on 09 6385255 or email [email protected]

14/11/2022

Calling All Asthma Patients.

Research study for adults who have Asthma and are prescribed a one or more daily inhalers. Find out if taking part in our clinical study, exploring an investigational new treatment, is right for you. Apply now.

18/09/2022

COPD Research Study
We are looking for adults aged 40+ who have COPD and are prescribed a combination of inhalers to use every day.
Find out if taking part in our study, exploring an investigational new treatment, is right for you. Auckland based.
Please contact the team on 09 638 5255 ext 212 or email [email protected]

09/09/2022

Kia ora
We've had a couple of lovely sunny spring days in Auckland, makes us all feel brighter.
Warmer weather good for those with breathing disorders but I know can be hard for those with allergies.
We have a few studies running currently - still one for people with alpha-1-antitrypsin deficiency and emphysema.
Two studies for those with bronchiectasis - one using a device the other medication Vs placebo.
One for IPFA - Idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis.
One for COPD.
We have a possible study for those whose asthma still not fully controlled and one for IPF.
Please contact us if you or your family interested in participating.
Nga mihi nui
Dr Michelle, research doctor/ physician and GP.

12/07/2022

Learning more about research at conference in Melbourne - at THE MCG 🙂

30/05/2022

Nick Ashill lost his mum to the rare respiratory disease Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis (IPF) in 2015. As an ultra-marathon runner, he decided to realise his dream of running across the US from LA to New York to raise funds for the disease.

Nick started his run in May 2017. By August, he was 3,949 km into his 5,000 km journey when disaster stuck. Nick was hit by a truck, smashing his right leg and pelvis and throwing him into a ditch. The driver sped on and has never been identified.

This May, he is returning to finish the marathon - raising money for Asthma and Respiratory Foundation New Zealand and IPF awareness in the process.

Keep up with Nick as he runs his way across the U.S towards New York!

11/05/2022

Today is International Nurses Day. We want to say a big thank you to all the hard- working nurses, who give it their all to care for Kiwi’s who need it most. A special shout out to our wonderful Nurses at NZRSI Research who have dedicated their careers to helping improve the health of those who are suffering from Lung Disorders.