Neuro News | Research Breakthroughs and Christmas Giving

Friday 23 October 2026

From research breakthroughs to Christmas giving, discover the latest news from NRF.

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Download the latest issue of NEURONEWS to catch up on the research, fundraising and achievements made possible by your support.

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How to support NRF this Christmas

Make your Christmas giving count! Explore our 2026 Christmas cards and gift tags, shop NRF merchandise, send a Star of Hope or make a donation to support vital neurosurgical research.

Every contribution helps support research and better outcomes for people affected by neurological conditions.

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From injury to innovation

A promising new high-dose Vitamin C treatment for traumatic brain injury, initially supported by an NRF seed grant, has progressed to a Phase 1 clinical trial at the Royal Adelaide Hospital. Discover how this research could help improve outcomes for people living with traumatic brain injuries.

M Plummer and T Fuller


Going the distance for research

Our 2026 NRF Team Neuro City-Bay participants came together to raise more than $50,000 for neurosurgical research. Read about the people, personal stories and community spirit behind this incredible achievement.

Thank you to our City-Bay sponsors Jones Radiology, Surfacing Contractors Australia and Pick a Local Pick SA Fruit and Veg.

Read the full story here or subscribe to NRF updates to be the first to hear when registrations open for 2027.

City Bay 2026

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The power of going Grey!

Grey May 2026 raised more than $195,000 for brain tumour research. With additional support from NRF, this has grown to $250,000 to fund five South Australian brain tumour research projects.

Grey May is only possible because of the incredible people who choose to support brain tumour research.

To every donor, fundraiser, volunteer, sponsor, partner, researcher, clinician, patient, family member and supporter — thank you.

Read more about the funded projects here!

Grey May 2026


New paths to stroke recovery

Professor Renée Turner and her team are exploring new approaches to stroke recovery, investigating whether restoring a healthy gut microbiome could help reduce brain tissue loss and improve outcomes for stroke survivors.

R Turner


Read the latest NEURONEWS

These are just some of the stories featured in our latest newsletter. Download your copy to discover more about the research, people and partnerships helping drive neurosurgical progress across South Australia.

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