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  • A response from the Chairman to recent media criticism of charities

    Neurological Foundation

    1 September, 2011

    A message from Ian Robertson, Chairman of the Neurological Foundation.

    Recently, there have been several controversial reports about charities in the media critical of some organisations. These focused on cases where it appeared the bulk of appeal donations were spent on operating costs.

    I suspect many of you are concerned by these reports and I would like to reassure you that the Neurological Foundation’s sound financial management ensures your donations are used appropriately – to help end the suffering caused by neurological disorders.

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  • Neurological Foundation presents biggest Brain Awareness Week programme ever – 14-20 March 2011

    Neurological Foundation

    1 March, 2011

    Brain Awareness Week 2011 is nearly here, and the Neurological Foundation of New Zealand is excited to announce the biggest-ever programme of Brain Days and regional public lectures in the history of the Foundation-sponsored initiative in this country. All events are free to the public, and no pre-registration is required. 

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  • Neurological Foundation announces December 2010 Grant Round Recipients

    Neurological Foundation

    7 January, 2011

    The Neurological Foundation of New Zealand has today announced research grants, travel grants, fellowships and scholarships totalling more than $1,020,000 for its December 2010 funding round. This allocation brings the Foundation’s total neurological research and training funding for 2010 to
    over $2,000,000.

    In this round, the Foundation awarded four project grants, two Miller PhD Scholarships, one Philip Wrightson Postdoctoral Fellowship, a one-year extension to the 2008 Philip Wrightson Fellowship recipient, one travel grant and two small project grants.

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  • Brain Stimulation Enhances Recovery from Stroke

    Neurological Foundation

    14 July, 2010

    University of Auckland researchers, partially funded by the Neurological Foundation, have shown for the first time that combining brain stimulation with simple rehabilitation exercises can help people recover arm and hand function several months after stroke.

    University of Auckland researchers have shown for the first time that combining brain stimulation with simple rehabilitation exercises can help people recover arm and hand function several months after a stroke.

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  • Neurological Foundation announces July 2010 Grant Round Recipients

    Neurological Foundation

    1 July, 2010

    The Neurological Foundation of New Zealand has today announced research grants, travel grants and scholarships totalling nearly $750,000 for its July 2010 funding round. The Neurological Foundation is the primary non-government sponsor of neurological research in this country.

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  • Neurological Foundation’s Annual Appeal: Sunday 4th July to Saturday 10th July

    Neurological Foundation

    30 June, 2010

    The end of neurological disorders begins with research…

    The Neurological Foundation’s Annual Appeal week starts on Sunday 4th July, so watch out for the satirical TV ad campaign featuring neuroscientists washing cars to raise funds for their research. The reality of the campaign’s underlying message however is not at all humorous; funding for brain research is needed more than ever to improve the outcomes for the growing number of New Zealanders being diagnosed with neurological disorders.

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  • Brain Food

    Neurological Foundation

    21 June, 2010

    What foods can help you develop a healthy brain and decrease the risk of neurological diseases such as Alzheimer's.

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  • Richard Faull ONZM FRSNZ Rutherford Medallist 2007 Presents The Marvels of the Human Brain

    Neurological Foundation

    21 June, 2010

    Professor Richard Faull will hold talks in Timaru on Thursday September 11 and in Nelson on Friday September 12 

    Professor Richard Faull ONZM FRSNZ Rutherford Medallist 2007  Presents: The Marvels of the Human Brain.

    How exercise, sleeping well, managing stress a balanced diet, strong networks and a mental workout can help you brain stay healthy.

    Exercise the body

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  • December 2009 Grant Recipients

    Neurological Foundation

    7 December, 2009

    The Neurological Foundation of New Zealand awarded more than $1 million in research grants, travel grants and scholarships for its December 2009 funding round, announced on Monday, December 7.

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  • Brain Awareness Week 2008 March 10-16

    Neurological Foundation

    10 March, 2008

    In the early 1900s, Sigmund Freud, Alois Alzheimer and Harvey Cushing were building their careers in neuroscience. Freud published his groundbreaking work The Interpretation of Dreams, Alzheimer identified Alzheimer’s disease, and Cushing was establishing neurosurgery as a specialty.

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