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An enzyme that effects both the immune and nervous systems could combat the disease on two fronts.

Generous support from FightMND will allow QBI researchers to conduct a clinical trial, identify new drug targets, and progress towards personalised treatments for motor neurone disease (MND).

Dr James Kesby and Dr Laura Fenlon have been awarded Queensland Young Tall Poppy Awards.

Dr Matilde Balbi will be harnessing brain stimulation to aid stroke recovery at QBI thanks to a $5 million donation.

Federal Minister for Health Greg Hunt MP visited The University of Queensland today to announce more than $440 million in NHMRC funding for Australian researchers.

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

Students from across Queensland and the Northern Territory have competed at the state finals of the Australian Brain Bee Challenge at the Queensland Brain Institute.

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.

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.

The Hand Heart Pocket Alzheimer’s Gala will again be raising awareness for dementia research after returning as one of Brisbane’s premier events for 2019.