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As the world's population grows older, there will be more people affected by neurological diseases such as Alzheimer's, Parkinson's, Huntington's and stroke. Neurodevelopmental disorders such as Autism, Cerbral Palsy and Schizophrenia are also increasingly recognised as a major health and societal burden. The BHRC is actively investigating the prevention, cure and treatment of neurological disorders as well improving our understanding of what makes a healthy brain.
The Centre includes over 35 research teams spread across the Departments of Anatomy, Biochemistry, Computer Science, Medicine, Pharmacology & Toxicology, Physiology, Psychological Medicine, Psychology and Zoology, and the Schools of Pharmacy and Physical Education at the University of Otago. For a pdf of our brochure: BHRC Brochure.
Our Mission
The BHRC aims to undertake internationally excellent research aimed at understanding the mechanisms of brain health, disease and repair, to develop new treatments for neurological disorders, to provide international quality training for the next generation of neuroscientists, and to develop active links with relevant community groups and individuals.
Supporting Our Research: How You Can Help
Brain research is very expensive. You can help us immensely by making a donation or bequest to the BHRC. Click here to find out more.
Contact Us:
| Director Professor Cliff Abraham Department of Psychology, University of Otago |
Deputy Director Associate Professor John Reynolds Department of Anatomy, University of Otago |
| Contact us: | |
| Jill Leichter, Administrative Assistant | |
| Department of Psychology , University of Otago | |
| PO Box 56 | |
| Dunedin 9054 New Zealand | |
| Telephone +64 3 479-4066 |
| Community Partners |
   If your organisation would like to become a partner of the BHRC, please contact us. |