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Incredible research that's turning the world around
One of the world’s leading neuroscientists, Professor Bas Bloem, says we need to get rid of toxic pesticides & move toward organic food. In the meantime, exciting new evidence shows a key to slowing down progression, or even preventing disease altogether, is exercise. Professor Bloem embraces the science himself with his regular gym-based exercise routine.
Have a cuppa
Drinking two or three cups of coffee daily reduces the risk of Parkinson's disease & has neuroprotective capabilities that can reduce disease progression. Dr Victor Dieriks, from the University of Auckland’s Centre for Brain Research, says clinical trials have shown caffeine consumption decreased motor symptoms in people with Parkinson's disease, & some studies even suggest a possible improvement in cognitive impairments in patients.
Listen to your gut
Research shows that spending time in nature can reduce inflammation in the body, says the University of Otago’s Dr Elodie Kip. She aims to understand how lifestyle and wellbeing influence the development of psychiatric and neurodegenerative diseases. Her current research focuses on the gut-brain axis & preventing neuroinflammation.
Be the catalyst for change
Despite the wealth of talent, health research in NZ remains underfunded, with a mere 0.7% of healthcare costs allocated to research. We can change this narrative. Your contribution will propel these researchers forward, removing the financial barrier standing in the way of progress. Will you help create a better future?
Please help turn the world around for 1 in 3 Kiwis
Right here in New Zealand, brilliant researchers are on the verge of groundbreaking discoveries. With the rapid evolution of technology, we stand on the brink of uncovering better treatments, preventive measures, and even cures for debilitating conditions. The key to unlocking these scientific breakthroughs? Your support.
THE DIFFERENCE YOU ARE MAKING
World-class neurological research
Each year, we fund approximately $5 million worth of neurological research. This is research that has the potential to change lives.
Innovative
NZ-wide education
We host a range of events to educate Kiwis and raise awareness. Our free Headlines magazine contains all the latest neurological news, which goes to more than 20,000 Kiwi households four times a year.
Neurological Foundation
Human Brain
Bank
We fund New Zealand's only Human Brain Bank, providing precious brain tissue as a vital resource for researchers throughout the country and around the world.
Neurological Foundation
Chair of Clinical Neurology
Since 2008 we've funded the Neurological Foundation Chair of Clinical Neurology, a position that's made immense impact for Kiwis with stroke.
FROM THE RESEARCHERS
Want to know more?
WATCH Professor Bas Bloem's Cautious Hope & Optimism in the Age of a Parkinson’s Pandemic
READ Dr Victor Dieriks Parkinson's disease and the power of the gut
READ Dr Elodie Kip Always trust your gut
Breakthroughs take time – and ongoing investment. Are you able to help?
ONE IN THREE KIWIS. 700+ NEUROLOGICAL CONDITIONS.
Epilepsy. Alzheimer's Disease. Stroke. Dementia. Parkinson's Disease. Muscular Dystrophy. Brain Injury. Multiple Sclerosis. Neuropathy. Synesthesia. Tremor. Wallenberg's Syndrome. Motor Neurone Disease. Migraine. Hypoxia. Huntington's Disease. Dystonia. Cerebral Atrophy. Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis. Autism Spectrum Disorder. Postpartum Anxiety. Fragile X Syndrome. Schizophrenia. Complex Regional Pain Syndrome. Ataxia. Glioblastoma. Microcephaly. Batten Disease. Depression. Anxiety. Tinnitus. Spinal Cord Injury. ADHD. Bell's Palsy. Binswanger's Disease. Cerebral Palsy. Dyslexia. Gerstmann's Syndrome. Hemifacial Spasm. Hughes Syndrome. Hydromyelia. Traumatic Brain Injury. Restless Leg Syndrome. Neurotoxicity. Myotonia. Iniencephaly. Gullain-Barre Syndrome. Mitochondrial Myopathy. Trigeminal neuralgia. Cervical Myelopathy. Scoliosis. Hypopituitarism. Sciatica. Carpal Tunnel Syndrome. Craniosynostosis. Tourette Syndrome. Wilson's Disease. Headache. Meningitis. Syringomyelia. Discitis. Fibromuscular dysplasia. Arthritis. Neurofibromatosis. Alpers Disease. Lesch Nyhan Syndrome. Prospoagnosia.
