New study provides insights on diagnostic experience for people with MND
A diagnosis of motor neurone disease is devastating for the person on the receiving end of this news and their...
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Spotlight on Angie Colman – clinic receptionist and administrator
For Angie Colman, working in healthcare is humbling and rewarding. Angie is a part-time receptionist and administrator in the Perron...
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Dr Di Huang completes PhD and now at Lions Eye Institute
Investigating the molecular pathogenesis of genetic variants and developing corresponding therapies for eye diseases is the next project for PhD...
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Symposium of Western Australian Neuroscience (SWAN) 2022
A packed program showcasing some of the latest advances in neuroscience was presented at the Symposium of Western Australian Neuroscience...
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Innovative research awarded by MND Research Australia
An early career researcher focusing on precision therapies for motor neurone disease has received a $100,000 grant from MND Research...
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MSWA announces continued funding for multiple projects
Perron Institute research areas including multiple sclerosis, brain plasticity, genomic medicine, motor neurone disease and Parkinson’s have received continued funding...
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Wide ranging research supported by Bryant Stokes Neurological Research Fund
Parkinson’s disease, multiple sclerosis and mild traumatic brain injury are among the research areas supported in the inaugural round of...
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St John of God Foundation funding supports promising MS research
The potential of a biomarker for more effective diagnosis and treatment of people with multiple sclerosis will be probed in...
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New study throws light on genetic aspects of Parkinson’s and targeted treatment potential
Exploration of previously under-researched aspects of Parkinson’s disease is revealing new clues on what triggers this degenerative brain disorder and...
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Palliative care researcher named WA 2023 Australian of the Year
Passionate palliative care researcher, Professor Samar Aoun, has received the Western Australia 2023 Australian of the Year Award. The Western...
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Palliative care champion nominated for Australian of the Year
Internationally recognised research leader in end-of-life care and bereavement support, Professor Samar Aoun, has received a Western Australia 2023 Australian...
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Neuroscientist UWA’s 2022 Rising Star
UWA’s early career science researchers showcased their innovative projects at the 2022 Rising Stars competition, where 21 of UWA’s brightest...
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