Neuroscience Research Australia (NeuRA) is an independent, not-for-profit research institute based in Sydney, Australia. As a leader in brain and nervous system research, our goal is to prevent, treat and cure brain and nervous system diseases, disorders and injuries through medical research.
Neuroscience Research Australia is part of the Sydney Alliance for Healthcare, Research and Training. Combines with universities, hospitals and research centres, the alliance will allow large, collaborative research to be carried out where appropriate. It also facilitates development of consistent, “best practices” across a State or region.
The importance of neuroscience research
Every year, one in five Australians is struck down with a major brain or mind disorder.
At Neuroscience Research Australia, we are dedicated to reducing this burden on our community. For many affected by these devastating diseases, medical research offers the only hope.
Some of the many aspects of neuroscience we explore include:
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Degenerative brain diseases such as Parkinson’s, Alzheimer’s and other dementias
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Mental illnesses such as bipolar disorder and schizophrenia
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Developmental disorders such as autism and Asperger’s syndrome
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Neurological disorders including obstructive sleep apnoea, chemotherapy-induced nerve damage and chronic pain
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Balance and falls in the elderly
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Rehabilitation after stroke and spinal cord injury
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Increasing the safety of car travel for children and adultsce and will soon help identify the next generation of gifted leaders and mobilise them into action for God.