IBAS Researcher, Dr Maree Barnes, spoke on ABC Radio 774 with Hillary Harper about sleep and sleep disorders.
IBAS conducts research about the cause, effects and treatment of sleep disorders. If you are intererested in participating in research, please see the 'Participating in Research' section of this website, which includes FAQs and a form to register your interest.
If you are concerned about your own sleep you are recommended to see your GP for assessement and referral to a specialist sleep physician.
Appointments at Austin Health are available by phoning 9496-3688, however please note that you will need a referral from your GP to attend.
Posted 13 years ago
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RESPIRATORY BIOMARKERS IN MOTOR NEURONE DISEASE
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HONORING EXCELLENCE IN RESEARCH
Congratulations to Prof. Anne Holland and A/Prof. Narelle Cox for being featured in the NHMRC's 10 of the Best - 16th Edition. Their work exemplifies groundbreaking research delivering extraordinary outcomes.
Grants Success: The Institute for Breathing and Sleep (IBAS) has received two research grants from the Austin Medical Research Foundation (AMRF) for 2025. Congratulations to Dr Charissa Zaga and Dr Catherine Hill from IBAS.
Congratulations to Professor David Berlowitz, Dr Marnie Graco, and Dr Nicole Sheers who were recognised by Motor Neurone Disease (MND) Australia at a Parliament House event sponsored by the Parliamentary Friends of MND in Canberra last week.