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The Brain Foundation is dedicated to funding critical Australian research into brain disorders, diseases, and injuries. There is no cure without research.

16/04/2026

Is there any safe level of alcohol? Can the brain recover after alcohol dependence? How can alcohol affect mood?

During in March, Prof Greg Sutherland from the University of Sydney answered your questions on alcohol and brain health - but with so many great ones submitted, we ran out of time to address them all on the day.

Prof Sutherland has kindly taken the time to answer your remaining questions. Read the full Q&A and watch the free webinar recording at the link in the comments.

Special thanks to the Using Our Brains Donor Program and the NSW Brain Tissue Resource Centre for their collaboration on this resource. 🍷🧠

14/04/2026

When in doubt, sound it out! Happy . Today's challenge is to guess the city or country from the cryptic image clues.

Drop your guesses in the comments 🌏⤵️

12/04/2026

We're honoured to introduce the Fishing for Kyan Aneurysm Research Award, established in memory of Kyan Armstrong, who was just 15 years old when he passed away unexpectedly from a brain aneurysm in October 2022.

Kyan was a kind young man who loved fishing, playing AFL, working on his 1950’s truck, and spending time with his family and mates in his home town of Wagga Wagga.

Following his passing, his family established FishingforKyan to bring the community together, raise funds for aneurysm research, and honour his legacy through hope and awareness.

This year, we're proud to support their mission by funding much-needed research into cerebral aneurysms.

Applications are now open - learn more and apply on our website.

If you know a researcher working in this space, please share this opportunity.

10/04/2026

Today is World Parkinson's Day. 💜

As Parkinson’s continues to impact more people, ongoing research is critical to deepening our understanding of the disease and unlocking new possibilities for diagnosis and treatment.

For example;
👫Recent Australian research shows men and women may experience Parkinson's symptoms differently.
🦠Emerging research into the gut–brain connection suggests the microbiome could hold key clues, as studies have found differences in the gut bacteria in patients with Parkinson’s.

For more information and support, you can visit:
- Parkinson's Australia
- Your state-based organisation, such as Parkinson's NSW, for local services, infolines, support groups and more

07/04/2026

We hope everyone enjoyed a relaxing long weekend. Can you solve today's riddle?

Drop your guesses in the comments. ⬇️

06/04/2026

In Australia, MS affects more than 25,000 people, with costs averaging $73,000 per year and rising sharply with increasing disability.

Recent studies show that treatment during a pre-symptomatic stage can reduce progression to MS by 70-80%. Despite this, there is currently no population-level screening program.

With his 2025 Brain Foundation grant, Dr Yi Chao Foong and his team aim to lay the groundwork for a future MS screening program by validating low-field MRI.

This technology is lower cost, portable, and requires less specialised staff than standard MRI, making it suitable for wider use.

This will address critical barriers to scalable MS screening and help enable earlier detection and treatment, ultimately reducing disability and improving quality of life for people at risk of MS.

Congrats to Dr Yi Chao Foong and his team. 👏

02/04/2026

How many Australian parents know what to do if their child gets a concussion? Are frequent disturbing dreams linked to increased dementia risk? 🧠

Scroll through to read some of the neurological news highlights from the month of March ➡️

01/04/2026

Got 2 minutes? You can help shape what happens next 🙋‍♀️

Whether you watched all five webinars from , just one, or didn't participate at all, we value your feedback.

Take our very quick survey and have a direct impact on the topics, resources and events for 2027 and beyond.

Whether there’s a specific disorder or disease you’d like to learn about, a resource you’d find helpful, or something else entirely - we want to know!

Thank you in advance 💚

🔗 Complete the survey here: https://qrco.de/bgiObg

30/03/2026

Goodmorning and happy ! Have a go at these Remote Association Tests (RAT). They are designed to get you thinking creatively to find a common link between three separate cue words.

The linking word can be placed before or after the cue word. For example, aid / rubber / wagon = band (bandaid, rubber band, bandwagon).

Drop your guesses in the comments & share with a friend to challenge them! 👇

28/03/2026

We invite you to share your experience of neurological care and research in Australia.

If you live with a brain condition, care for someone who does, or work in the sector (researcher, health professional), your voice can make a real difference.

We are proud to be part of Neurological Alliance Australia, which is currently running Australia's first national survey on neurological care.

The survey aims to identify gaps in care, services and research and areas for innovation to help guide future advocacy and policy.

Take the survey confidentially here: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/2DR8TQ6

🚨Survey closes Friday, May 8th, 2026.

25/03/2026

FND is often described as a "brain software" issue, where the brain's hardware (structure) is intact, but the software (function/signaling) is malfunctioning, causing real, debilitating symptoms.

Because of this, traditional scans and tests may show up as 'healthy', which can be invalidating and stigmatising because the cause can't be 'seen'.

Combined with limited awareness and understanding, the journey to an FND diagnosis can be prolonged, uncertain, and deeply frustrating for those affected.

Education and awareness make a big difference. You can learn more and explore support services at FND Australia.

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This post is for general education and is not intended as medical advice. Always consult a healthcare professional for personalised guidance.

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