NeuRA (Neuroscience Research Australia)
Kurt Lancaster is a neuropsychologist at St Vincent's Health Australia since July 2022 and has been a research assistant at Neuroscience Research Australia (NeuRA) since November 2019. Previous experience includes roles as a behavioural researcher at nib health funds and a grants funding officer at the University of Newcastle. While at the University of Newcastle, Kurt Lancaster served as a senior project officer and senior graduate studies officer, providing significant administrative support to Research Higher Degree students and collaborating on IT projects for academic stakeholders. Educational qualifications include a Master of Clinical Neuropsychology from Macquarie University and a Bachelor of Psychology (Hons) from the University of Newcastle, along with additional coursework in Interaction Design.
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NeuRA (Neuroscience Research Australia)
From advances in dementia and mental health to discoveries in chronic pain and falls prevention, Neuroscience Research Australia (NeuRA) has been at the forefront of neuroscience for over 30 years. We are an independent, not-for-profit, medical research institute dedicated to improving the lives of people living with brain and nervous system disorders. To address the most pressing health needs and achieve maximum impact, our research is divided into three strategic themes: neurodegeneration, mental health and translational neuroscience. Within these areas, we research a broad range of conditions including: Neurodegeneration - Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias, Parkinson’s disease, brain ageing research in Indigenous populations. Mental Health - Wellbeing and resilience, schizophrenia, bipolar disorder. Translational neuroscience - Balance and falls, pain and injury, brain mapping. What started in 1990 as discussion around a kitchen table between four scientists has now become a 300-person strong institute with 28 research groups and purpose-built facilities. Based in the Randwick Health and Innovation Precinct, Sydney, we support the most passionate scientists leading the most promising research – all while continuing to promote awareness, community education, and inspire lifelong support for neuroscience research.