Perron Institute Symposium and Public Lecture 2021
Research achievements and challenges topics for Perron Institute Symposium Innovation in research and translation for community benefit were the two...
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Global neuromuscular diseases congress returns to Perth
Global neuromuscular diseases congress returns to Perth The Perron Institute has had a key role in Western Australia’s winning bid...
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Welcome Dr Wayne Yau
Welcome Dr Wayne Yau The neurogenetics of movement disorders is a particular interest for consultant Neurologist Dr Wai Yan Yau...
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Online Toolkit available for MND family carers
Family and friends play an important role in caring for their loved ones who have motor neurone disease (MND). To...
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New genetic marker discovered for motor neurone disease
New genetic marker discovered for motor neurone disease The quest for genetic markers to explain the complexities of motor neurone...
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International study discovers molecular genetic changes induced by chronic alcohol overuse
International study discovers molecular genetic changes induced by chronic alcohol overuse Molecular genetic changes induced by chronic alcohol overuse is...
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Evaluating benefits of respiratory muscle strengthening for Parkinson’s symptoms
The Perron Institute is currently recruiting participants for a study of inspiratory muscle training (IMT) to improve lung function, gait...
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Perron Institute opportunity for Curtin medical student
Perron Institute opportunity for Curtin medical student The mysteries of the brain have interested fifth year medical student Shivangi (Shivi)...
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Developmental cell death theme for Dr Beros’ PhD thesis
Natural cell death is a well-documented aspect of normal development of the peripheral nervous system. Similarly, some neuronal populations in...
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How MSWA is funding Perron Institute projects
Neuroplasticity research led by Perron Institute’s Associate Professor Jenny Rodger. Understanding how brain stimulation affects brain circuits is a major...
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Third drug for Duchenne achieves US FDA accelerated approval
A third treatment developed by a Western Australian research team to treat Duchenne muscular dystrophy has received accelerated approval by...
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Recognising our gifted postgraduate students
Recognising our gifted postgraduate students The valued contribution made by our postgraduate students was recognised recently at our inaugural student...
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