Melbourne Brain Centre RMH

A premier translational research hub, bringing together experts in diverse aspects of neurological disease.

[Melbourne Brain Centre RMH @MBCRMH]

In recognition of his commitment to excellence in clinical care & innovation in medical #research, it's with great pride that we can share Prof Bruce Campbell has been appointed as Head of the Dept of #Neurology at @TheRMH; & Professor of Neurology at @UniMelb. Congrats, Bruce!

[Vignan Yogendrakumar @VYogendrakumar]

Latest work from @MBCRMH: What is the effect of TXA on IVH growth? published in @ESOstroke journal. Early indications point to TXA being able to halt new IVH development. Future study in larger datasets will be required! Link below:

https://t.co/PcNC9RTzo4

[Melbourne Brain Centre RMH @MBCRMH]

It is always interesting to read about exciting medical #research being pursued in #Melbourne, just like this @BakerResearchAu study exploring dietary supplementation to reduce an individual's genetic risk of #AlzheimersDisease. https://t.co/9VOlV5IhWb

[Melbourne Brain Centre RMH @MBCRMH]

“Our trial will test whether the drug dornase, which dissolves DNA within the blood clot, can accelerate the restoration of blood flow when used in conjunction with current clot dissolving medicine.” - Prof Bruce Campbell. @strokefdn #stroke #neuroscience https://t.co/LnetfOl0X8

[Melbourne Brain Centre RMH @MBCRMH]

The published papers referenced can be viewed at the following two links - https://t.co/hF0OG2gsuD and https://t.co/8Hq4LDsb1D.

[Melbourne Brain Centre RMH @MBCRMH]

Could #EpsteinBarr virus be the cause of #MultipleSclerosis? Brett Drummond, a member of our Clinical Outcomes Research Unit & co-founder of @MStranslate, looks in detail at a recent @Harvard study that sought to answer this question. #MS #neuroscience https://t.co/Ib7WV55tM9

[Melbourne Brain Centre RMH @MBCRMH]

How prevalent might #dementia be in 2050? A recently published study in @TheLancet, funded by the @gatesfoundation, has sought to answer this question. The paper can be read in full at the below link. #research #researchpaper https://t.co/E7zbHRd8Jz

[Melbourne Brain Centre RMH @MBCRMH]

As the end of another challenging year approaches, we wish all of our team members, their families and our online communities a happy, healthy, safe and relaxing holiday season. #HappyHolidays #HappyNewYear

[Melbourne Brain Centre RMH @MBCRMH]

We're excited to share that Prof Bruce Campbell has been named the 2021 Peter Doherty Leading Lights Award winner by @TheASMR1. Well deserved acknowledgment of the globally recognised contributions he's made in regards to the imaging & treatment of acute #stroke. Congrats, Bruce!

[Melbourne Brain Centre RMH @MBCRMH]

Co-developed by A/Prof Andrew Bivard & Prof Mark Parsons, Zeus is a "cloud-based, customised & fast" #telehealth platform being piloted on the Melbourne Mobile Stroke Unit. Visit @AusStroke to learn more about how it will help transform prehospital #stroke care in Australia.

[Melbourne Brain Centre RMH @MBCRMH]

“That means that at any stage in your life, you can affect your brain’s #health by exercising.” - Prof @AmyBrodtmann. Recent @UCSF #research study reiterates the important role a healthy, active #lifestyle can play in protecting against #AlzheimersDisease. https://t.co/QSDTElqUWd

[Melbourne Brain Centre RMH @MBCRMH]

In exciting news for people living with #epilepsy, Australian #health authorities have approved the use of a tiny device that can detect, treat & prevent seizures. Learn more in this @7NewsAustralia story, that features Prof Kwan from our epilepsy group. https://t.co/9MBL5okImm

[Melbourne Brain Centre RMH @MBCRMH]

If you are an Australian #healthcare professional that is treating a young male living with Tourette Syndrome, you may wish to make them aware of this #clinicaltrial being undertaken by our Movement Disorders group at @TheRMH. #clinicaltrials #clinicalresearch

[Melbourne Brain Centre RMH @MBCRMH]

This topic is the focus of a newly published paper, which Tomas is a co-author on. Those that are interested can read it at the following link. #neurology #research #clinicalresearch https://t.co/9ZdLVtLayl

[Melbourne Brain Centre RMH @MBCRMH]

Head of our CORe Unit, Prof Tomas Kalincik, recently participated in a @GreenJournal podcast, published by @AANMember. In it he talks "about the associations of disease-modifying therapies with #COVID19 severity in #MultipleSclerosis". Listen at the link. https://t.co/q87qaKUqbH

[Melbourne Brain Centre RMH @MBCRMH]

Best of luck to those members of @TheRMH neurosciences team that are participating in the @strokefdn's 'Stride4Stroke' campaign during November. Anyone wishing to support their efforts can do so via the link. #Stride4Stroke #fundraising https://t.co/DqaUBvZW1P

[Melbourne Brain Centre RMH @MBCRMH]

Today is #WorldStrokeDay, raising awareness of #stroke symptoms & highlighting the benefits of fast access to treatment. We thank all members of our stroke research & mobile stroke unit teams, working tirelessly to identify new therapies & provide excellent prehospital care.

[Melbourne Brain Centre RMH @MBCRMH]

Meet Dr Jen Nagao, Neurologist & Clinical Trials Sub-Investigator for our Movement Disorders Unit at @TheRMH. She assists the Deep Brain Stimulation surgery program & provides clinical care, while doing a Masters in #PublicHealth. Thanks, Jen, for your hard work! #MeetTheTeam

[Melbourne Brain Centre RMH @MBCRMH]

"Many of our greatest #health challenges will only be solved by collaboration between people with different skills and different perspectives". - Prof Kate Drummond AM, Head of the @MBCRMH #braintumour research group. #neuroscience https://t.co/SSy9DPqYJo

[Melbourne Brain Centre RMH @MBCRMH]

The world's largest #MultipleSclerosis research meeting, @ectrimscongress 2021, was recently held virtually. Members of our CORe Unit were invited to provide both podium & poster presentations. The posters are now available on their website. #ECTRIMS2021 https://t.co/bioGiAximD