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A protein involved in Alzheimer's disease has been shown to affect a critical mechanism in memory function.

An 18-year joint investigation has identified a new clue in the quest to treat schizophrenia.

Dr Will Harrison turned a holiday into a science project when he noticed the visibility of "groomed" ski runs was affected by shady or overcast days.

Professor Linda Richards has been named an Officer in the Order of Australia.

Queensland Brain Institute researchers have discovered some types of deep-sea fish may have highly sensitive colour vision.

The ability of a tiny worm to repair injured nerves could one day help victims of nerve injuries such as paralysis.

Queensland Brain Institute researchers have developed a new schizophrenia model that will enable better understanding of the disease and may lead to new treatments.

QBI researcher Dr Jens Bunt will lead an international team investigating a highly aggressive type of brain cancer at Australia’s first research centre aimed solely at tackling the cancer in young people.

Researchers have discovered a new way in which exercise boosts our brain - following exercise, platelets in our blood prompt neural stem cells to form new neurons, which in turn boosts brain function.