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10 Dec Leukodystrophy
Description ‘Leukodystrophy’ and the related term ‘leukoencephalopathy’ refer to a group of more than thirty-four conditions that affect the myelin, or white matter, of the brain and spinal cord. Leukodystrophies...10 Dec Intracranial Hypertension
Intracranial Hypertension Description Read more at Headache Australia (a division of Brain Foundation) Further Information and Support Click here for the latest Australian research papers on Intracranial Hypertension ...13 Feb Zombie Walks
Each year Zombie Walks are held in several cities and towns around Australia. In the past, the Brain Foundation has been chosen by organisers in Townsville, Canberra, Cairns and Perth...26 Apr Cluster Headache
Visit our Migraine & Headache Australia website for information about Cluster Headache. Migraine & Headache Australia is part of the Brain Foundation. On our Migraine & Headache Australia website you...26 Apr Tension Headache
Visit our Migraine & Headache Australia website for information about Tension Headache. Migraine & Headache Australia is part of Brain Foundation. On our Migraine & Headache Australia website you can...14 Jan Corticobasal Syndrome CBS Award
...is very difficult. Advanced brain imaging techniques utilizing magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) and positron emission tomography (PET) reveal some differences between these conditions in established cases, but it is...
19 Jan Diabetic Neuropathy Award
...effects on nerve cell regeneration when injected into the brains of animals which have received an injury – this type of injury in the brain generally does not regenerate. We...
11 Feb Tremor Award
...most common neurological disorders among adults affecting ~4% of individuals over the age of 40 yrs. Approximately 60% of sufferers are unemployed due to disabling shaking. Tremor is characterised by...19 Jan McArdle Disease Award
...which closely mimics the human disease. Our collaborative project will test delivering the missing enzyme to McArdle Disease mice using an adeno-associated virus (or delivering the fetal (brain) version of...
20 Jan Parkinson’s Disease
...response using the PKG and the effects of changing medications. We also plan to establish whether the two ICB groups differ according to the brain regions activated during ICB activity...
20 Jan Neuro-trauma Award
PROJECT SUMMARY: Traumatic brain injury (TBI) remains one of the leading causes of death, disability, and hospitalization worldwide. TBI has a significant burden of disease within Australia, with TBI-related costs...
25 Jan Neurodegenerative Disease Award
Project Summary: Although neurodegenerative disorders such as Alzheimer’s disease, Parkinson’s disease and motor neuron disease are becoming more and more prevalent in our society, the sad reality is that effective...
27 Jan Epilepsy Award
Project Summary: The epilepsies are a heterogeneous group of disorders, some inherited and some acquired. The pathogenesis of acquired epilepsies is likely to involve environmental factors and genetic susceptibility. This...11 Feb Spinal Cord Research Award
...the internal environment of the lung is essential for airway function and survival of terrestrial animals. Sensory neurons serve here as the input elements of a complex brain network, which...
11 Feb Tulip Foundation Doctoral Scholarship Award
Project Summary: This project was selected because it is seen to have the potential to reveal a major novel pathway regulating α – synuclein levels in the brain. It is...11 Feb Neuromuscular Award
...post synaptic apparatus via the second signalling pathway may be a more effective way of treating disorders where reduced synaptic signaling is present, which includes many neurodegenerative disorders such as...
11 Feb Parkinsons’ Disease Award
Project Summary: This project will investigate biochemical features of the kinase domain of the Leucine-rich repeat kinase 2 (LRRK2). LRRK2 is a large complex brain protein (2527 amino acids) encoded...
11 Feb Tumour Award
...rapidly translate the most favorable therapeutic combinations to clinical trial. New therapies for medulloblastomas are urgently needed. Medulloblastomas remain the most common malignant brain tumour of childhood, accounting for 20%...
30 Oct Multiple Sclerosis & other Inflammatory Diseases
...below. Project Summary: Multiple sclerosis (MS) is a lifelong condition affecting the brain and spinal cord, leading to a range of physical and cognitive difficulties. While treatments have improved for...
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