NeuroSurgical Research Foundation

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NRF world-class research in disease and injuries of the brain, spine and nerves

NRF - NeuroSurgical Research Foundation

Neuroscience researchers are looking for ways to improve treatments which can save lives of children and adults living with these neurosurgical and neurological conditions.

-Brain Tumours - how cancer invades the brain
-Spinal Cord Injury - as a result of sporting or car accidents
-Traumatic Brain Injury - how to halt life threatening brain swelling
-Co

ncussion - how to stop the neurodegeneration in head trauma caused by concussion
-Sudden Infant Death Syndrome - understanding the risk of head trauma in vulnerable juveniles
-Paediatric Research - identifying trends leading to improving treatment outcomes
-Mobile Phones - researching the effects of mobile phone irradiation on the brain
-Stroke, brain haemorrhage and aneurysms - developing surgical treatments
-Parkinson's Disease - slowing down the progression of this condition

Looking for cures, improved treatments and developing drugs which are progressing from the laboratory to clinical trials, resulting in better outcomes for patients.

🧠 Research Publication SpotlightOur researcher Rebecca Hood recently co-authored a publication exploring the possibility...
05/06/2026

🧠 Research Publication Spotlight

Our researcher Rebecca Hood recently co-authored a publication exploring the possibility that some iron-rich brain cells may represent a distinct population involved in iron regulation, termed “ferriglia,” with potential importance in brain health and disease.

The research examines how these cells may differ from traditionally classified oligodendrocytes and why understanding them could provide new insights into neurological conditions where iron dysregulation is observed.

Congratulations to Rebecca and the research team on this exciting publication milestone ✨

Read the full publication: www.mdpi.com/2073-4409/15/6/511

Alzheimer’s & Brain Awareness Month 💜Today, we stand with all South Australians living with Alzheimer’s and the families...
04/06/2026

Alzheimer’s & Brain Awareness Month 💜

Today, we stand with all South Australians living with Alzheimer’s and the families who support them.

Throughout June, we’re raising awareness of the importance of brain research, community support and continued investment in discoveries that can change lives.

NRF Star of Hope ✨Shine a light for someone affected by a neurological condition through the NRF Star of Hope. Whether y...
03/06/2026

NRF Star of Hope ✨

Shine a light for someone affected by a neurological condition through the NRF Star of Hope. Whether you send a star, dedicate a tribute, or purchase a star in support, every contribution helps fund vital neurosurgical research and brings hope to patients and families.

Explore the 3 ways to share hope and support life-changing research 💫
nrfstarofhope.com.au

Thank you to everyone who joined us for an inspiring evening last night at the NRF Grey May Cocktail Party.As Brain Tumo...
01/06/2026

Thank you to everyone who joined us for an inspiring evening last night at the NRF Grey May Cocktail Party.

As Brain Tumour Awareness Month draws to a close, the evening was an opportunity to reflect on the extraordinary progress your support is helping drive across brain tumour research, clinical trials and collaborations here in South Australia and beyond.

Thank you to our panel speakers Dr Lisa Ebert, A/Prof Hien Le and Amanda Luck who shared some of the exciting new research happening right here in Adelaide — from advancing CAR-T immunotherapy and optimising radiation therapy, to personalised paediatric cancer vaccines, national data collaborations and innovative new clinical trials bringing renewed hope to patients and families facing some of the most aggressive brain tumours.

Importantly, the evening also highlighted how Adelaide continues to grow as a national hub for neuro-oncology research and collaboration, with major meetings including COGNO, NSA and ABCARA coming to Adelaide in 2026.

Thanks to your support, the NeuroSurgical Research Foundation funded a record $2.19 million into South Australian research projects and initiatives this year alone — helping drive discovery from bold new ideas through to clinical trials and better treatment options for patients.

To every supporter, sponsor, researcher, clinician, volunteer, ambassador and family member who helped make Grey May possible — thank you. Your support is helping drive research that is changing lives.

We are on track for another record-breaking year so watch this space!
If you would still like to make a donation you can do so here: https://nrf.supporterhub.net.au/donations/go-grey-2026


Cathedral Hotel Jones Radiology Munno Para Foodland Adelaide's finest supermarkets Radiology SA The Memorial Hospital Calvary Adelaide Hospital Servier B. Braun Icon Cancer Centre - Australia

31/05/2026

Thank you everyone who came along to the NRF Grey May cocktail party to celebrate all that we have achieved this brain tumour awareness month. So grateful for our incredible community 🩶

What a month it’s been for Grey May! 🩶Check out some of our incredible fundraisers that have been happening.From Griff’s...
31/05/2026

What a month it’s been for Grey May! 🩶

Check out some of our incredible fundraisers that have been happening.

From Griff’s Golf Day, the NRF Lab Tour, GG’s Run, Silent Auction and the Scanlon Family Wine Fundraiser, to the incredible support of our sponsors and community partners including The Memorial Hospital, Jamaica Blue, Munno Para Foodland , Adelaide's finest supermarkets, Calvary Adelaide Hospital, Jones Radiology, Radiology SA, Servier, Icon Cancer Centre - Australia, B. Braun and Adelaide University - this month has been a powerful reminder of what can be achieved when a community comes together.

A huge thank you to everyone who has donated, fundraised, attended events, shared our message, and helped raise awareness for brain research. Every contribution is helping us move closer to better treatments and outcomes for those affected by this disease.

We’re now close to reaching our $200,000 target for the month! Show your support and help us cross the finish line: nrf.com.au/events/grey-may-fundraising

Every step can help make a difference 🏃‍♀️ 🏃‍♂️Throughout May, the NRF Team Stroke is walking and running to raise aware...
29/05/2026

Every step can help make a difference 🏃‍♀️ 🏃‍♂️

Throughout May, the NRF Team Stroke is walking and running to raise awareness of stroke and support vital stroke research here in South Australia.

Every day, 131 Australians experience a stroke - that’s one every 11 minutes.

By supporting Striding for Stroke, you’re helping fund research focused on improving outcomes and creating a future with fewer strokes. Together, we can turn awareness into action.

Donate or learn more here: nrf.com.au/events/nrf-striding-for-stroke

Thank you to everyone who joined us for today’s Brain Tumour Research in Action Update and Lab Tour 🩶What an incredible ...
23/05/2026

Thank you to everyone who joined us for today’s Brain Tumour Research in Action Update and Lab Tour 🩶

What an incredible morning of inspiring research progress, powerful collaboration and a behind-the-scenes glimpse into the groundbreaking brain tumour research happening right here in Adelaide at the Centre for Cancer Biology.

Attendees heard from an outstanding line-up of South Australian researchers and clinicians working to improve outcomes for patients impacted by some of the most aggressive brain tumours.

From the latest CAR-T cell clinical trials at the RAH, to smarter next-generation immunotherapies, research into preventing glioblastoma recurrence, new treatment targets for childhood medulloblastoma, and the vital role of the SA Paediatric Brain Tumour Biobank supporting a multitude of local, national and international research collaborations, including a world-first paediatric brain tumour clinical trial — today’s presentations highlighted just how much important progress is happening because of research.

One particularly exciting announcement came from Prof Jordan Hansford, who shared that Adelaide is preparing to launch a new personalised vaccine clinical trial, PaedNeoVax, for children and adolescents with some of the most aggressive and treatment-resistant brain tumours, with the first patient expected to be enrolled in the coming weeks.

NRF Executive Officer Ginta Orchard also reminded attendees that support extends beyond research alone. If any patient or family is unsure where to turn for support or information, please reach out directly to the NRF and know we are here to help.

A huge thank you to our event sponsors who made today possible B. Braun, Servier, Adelaide University, Radiology SA and Cancer Centre - as well as our wonderful speakers, volunteers, and every patient, family member, donor, fundraiser and supporter who attended.

Today was a powerful reminder that progress only happens because of people like you. Every breakthrough, every new clinical trial and every step forward is made possible through the generosity of our community supporting vital brain tumour research.

Thank you Icon Cancer Centre - Australia for proudly supporting Grey May this May 🩶Your ongoing commitment to advancing ...
22/05/2026

Thank you Icon Cancer Centre - Australia for proudly supporting Grey May this May 🩶

Your ongoing commitment to advancing vital brain cancer research initiatives is helping create better outcomes for brain tumour patients and their loved ones.

We are also grateful to Icon for sponsoring the upcoming NRF Brain Tumour Research and Lab Tour event this Saturday, helping bring our community together to learn more about the research, innovation and collaboration shaping the future of brain tumour care and treatment.

Good luck to all our incredible fundraisers taking on the HBF Run for a Reason in Perth this Sunday! 🏃‍♀️🏃‍♂️💛Every step...
22/05/2026

Good luck to all our incredible fundraisers taking on the HBF Run for a Reason in Perth this Sunday! 🏃‍♀️🏃‍♂️💛

Every step tells a story, determined to advance research into brain health and disease. From Moya Moya to traumatic brain injury, your steps are paving the way to better treatments and life-changing breakthroughs. 💪

Show them some love! https://runforareason26.grassrootz.com/nrf

Thank you for choosing to support the Neurosurgical Research Foundation—we’ll be cheering you on every step of the way! 🎉

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