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Brain Research New Zealand’s research programme is devoted to improving our understanding of ageing-related neurological diseases: what causes them, how they progress, and why brain cells are affected and die as a result. Armed with this greater knowledge, we aim to develop better ways of identifying disease at its very earliest stage so we can start treatment earlier, when it will help you most. Beyond early detection, we are also committed to developing new treatments and interventions that can help stave off ageing-related cognitive decline, to keep your brain healthy for longer.
Find out more about our cutting-edge, collaborative research below.
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Biology of the Ageing Brain
In order to develop treatments that prevent or delay the onset of a neurological disorder we first have to understand its origins and its cellular mechanisms.
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Biomarkers and Diagnosis
It is vital that the development of new treatments for neurodegenerative disorders is done hand-in-hand with improving early detection of brain disease.
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Treatments
BRNZ researchers are working hard to develop and test novel therapies to offer treatment or to delay the onset of neurological disease.
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Prevention and Risk Reduction
The risk of developing an age-related neurological disorder is not the same for everyone.
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Māori Research
BRNZ is committed to the principles of Mātauranga Māori, to respecting Māori knowledge, encouraging Māori participation in research, and reinforcing Māori perspectives in science.
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Population Health and Epidemiology
The health of New Zealand’s ageing population depends on many different factors.