IBAS has published its 2012 Newsletter - written to keep you up to date with what's happening in the Institute this year.
Anyone interested in the work of IBAS is cordially invited to attend the IBAS Information Breakfast. This free event is being held on Wednesday, 9th May from 7-9am at the Greensborough RSL (111 Main St, Greensborough) and all are welcome. Please click here for the full invitation details and RSVP to margaret.bunn@austin.org.au so that we can ensure you are catered for.
You will have the pleasure of hearing words of wisdom from David Parkin, the AFL legend and male-health advocate. IBAS CEO, Professor Christine McDonald will give an overview of the work of the Institute followed by Dr Mark Howard and Dr David Berlowitz speaking about their areas of research and public education. You will have the opportunity to undertake a free, quick and confidential health screen and enjoy a delicious breakfast.
We look forward to seeing you there!
Posted 13 years ago
Motor neurone disease (MND) causes the body's muscles to weaken. Breathing muscle weakness means that most people affected by MND will eventually lose the ability to take a deep breath and cough strongly....
RESPIRATORY BIOMARKERS IN MOTOR NEURONE DISEASE
The inability to breathe is unfortunately the most common cause of death in people living with Motor Neurone Disease (MND). Last year, our clinical research group in Melbourne reported that breathing...
Sleep apnea is a condition where breathing is abnormal during sleep. There are two main forms of sleep apnea: obstructive and central. For obstructive sleep apnea, breathing is reduced because the airway...
Kudos to Dr. Lauren Booker & Dr. Jen Cori on their JOEM publication examining fatigue detection alarms in rural truck drivers. Their study explores the alarms' effectiveness, accuracy, and habituation, offering key insights into fatigue management.
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.
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