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31 Oct Brain Tumours
Project Summary: Despite decades of intensive research a patient diagnosed with glioblastoma, a devastating form of brain cancer, still faces a dismal prognosis of only 15-18 months’ survival. Trials of...
15 Jan Brain Tumours Award
PROGRESS REPORT: It has become apparent that despite identical appearances under the microscope, brain cancers designated as glioblastoma multiforme (GBMs) may have greatly varied clinical courses & responses to treatment....11 Feb Brain Tumour Award
Brain Tumour Award funded by Phyllis Chard Bequest Dysembryoplastic neuroepithelial tumour: Seizure focus localisation using functional MRI with continuous EEG recording. Dr Regula Briellmann Brain Research Institute Co-Investigator: Professor Graeme...11 Feb Brain Tumour Award
Brain Tumour Award funded by Phyllis Chard Bequest Characterising the tumourigenicity of brain tumour “stem cells” and their sensitivities to anti-cancer agents. Dr Christine Hawkins Children’s Cancer Centre, Murdoch Children’s...
16 Oct Brain Tumours
Project Summary: Gliomas are the most prevalent brain tumours and predominantly arise from glial cells. The World Health Organization (WHO) grades gliomas on a scale of I to IV, reflecting...
20 Jan Brain Tumours
PROJECT SUMMARY: Medulloblastoma is a malignant brain tumour that is the most common cause of cancer-related death in children. Recent studies have described at least four distinct subgroups of medulloblastoma...15 Jan Alzheimer’s Disease Award
...onset AD. We need to understand the underlying biology to address these gaps. This project will assess the functioning of the vascular system within the brain in AD and a...
14 Jan Amyotropic Lateral Sclerosis Award
...centrally, namely in the brain, peripherally, in the muscles and nerves, or whether it is multifocal. Recent studies have suggested that ALS begins within the brain and that brain overactivity,...
22 May Darren “Muddy” Laycock: The Impact of AVM
...today can fund vital research to improve early detection, diagnosis, and treatment of cerebrovascular diseases like AVMs. Support brain research > Mudrun fundraiser > Arteriovenous malformation – disorder page >...
27 Oct Multiple Sclerosis & other Inflammatory Diseases
Watch Dr Vivien Li accept the research grant award and hear a bit about the project. Multiple sclerosis (MS) is an autoimmune disorder of the brain that leads to problems...11 Dec Autism
...information and support Click here for the latest Australian research papers on Autism. Information National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke ninds.nih.gov/Disorders/All-Disorders/Autism-Spectrum-Disorder-Information-Page Support Autism Spectrum Australia (Aspect) Tel: 1800 277...11 Dec Kennedy’s Disease
...Home Reference Library National Organisation for Rare Disorders (NORD) rarediseases.org/rare-diseases/kennedy-disease National Institute of Neurological Disorders (USA) Kennedy’s Disease Page Information for people with or affected by Kennedy’s Disease – MNDA...10 Dec Agenesis Corpus Callosum
...ACC accompanied by developmental delay and/or seizure disorders should be screened for metabolic disorders. Mental retardation is non-progressive. Further Information and Support Click here for the latest Australian research papers...11 Dec Gaucher Disease
...accumulates, mostly in the liver, spleen and bone marrow. The disorder can result in pain, fatigue, jaundice, bone damage, anaemia and even death. Gaucher disease is an autosomal recessive disorder....16 Apr Workplace Giving
Workplace Giving allows you to help fund crucial research into brain disease, disorders and injury by making a regular, tax-deductible donation to the Brain Foundation through your employer’s payroll system....
30 Oct MND / ALS & other Neurodegenerative diseases
...late, and current treatments offer limited benefit, partly because there are few tools to detect early brain changes or monitor disease progression. Evidence suggests the disease begins in the brain’s...
22 Oct Alzheimer’s Disease & other dementias
...brain changes, distinguish between different dementia types, and offer a more comfortable and accessible experience for patients. Our ultimate goal is to develop a safer, faster, and widely available brain...
16 Jul What is Vitamin B6 Toxicity?
...from the Therapeutic Goods Administration. How B6 toxicity affects nerve function – information about Dr Matthew Silsby’s 2024 Brain Foundation Research grant. Peripheral neuropathy – Brain Foundation overview article. B6...
31 Oct MND / ALS & other Neurodegenerative Diseases
...to use skin cells donated by patients and grow 3D “brain-cells-in-a-dish” or organoids, that can better represent patients’ genetics and mimic the structure, function, and interactions within the human brain...
07 Mar Remembering Kyan Armstrong
...raise awareness about aneurysm in his memory, and raise funds for aneurysm research. His uncle, Damian Armstrong, spoke to us about Kyan’s life and the impact of brain aneurysms. Brain...18 Oct Media Contact | Keynote Speaker | Spokesperson
Educate your audience or organisation about brain health, concussion in sport, headache or migraine from one of our spokespeople. BRETT KEARNEY Retired NRL star & Brain Foundation Ambassador Spokesperson for...20 Apr Brain Foundation’s response to COVID-19
As COVID-19 continues to spread throughout the world, the Brain Foundation, like all organisations in Australia, is greatly concerned with the impact on all Australians. Our thoughts are with you...
16 Oct Neuro-trauma
...also identified increased STING mRNA expression in post-mortem human TBI brain samples, implicating activation of the STING pathway in the human brain after trauma. These data suggest inhibiting type-I IFN...11 Dec Subarachnoid Haemorrhage
Description Subarachnoid Haemorrhage is the sudden leaking (haemorrhage) of a blood vessel over the surface of the brain. The brain is covered by a series of membranes, one of which...
The Brain Foundation is dedicated to funding the next generation of Australian research into brain disorders, diseases, and injuries, with the ultimate goal of advancing diagnoses, treatments, and patient outcomes.There is no cure without research.