Florey Neuroscience Institutes
Joining forces for brain research
The four research institutes and the University will combine their world-class research skills to develop more effective treatments for the millions of Australians affected by brain disorders every year.
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New buildings constructed
The new facilities at Parkville and Heidelberg will accommodate around 700 staff and students.
The FNI will attract the best neuroscientists from Australia and around the
world to its Melbourne facilities. Preparation of the building
sites has already commenced and it is hoped construction of the FNI
facilities will be completed by 2011.
The Victorian Government has committed $53 million and the Federal Government has provided $37 million for the project, which is estimated to cost $204 million. The University of Melbourne has also agreed to contribute up to $57 million towards both buildings. The Ian Potter Foundation has provided $10 million and the Myer Family has donated $5 million. Further financial support is currently being sought from philanthropic organisations and individuals. |
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Brain disorder research focus
The Florey’s work will continue at the FNI, including research programs for stroke, epilepsy, multiple sclerosis, dementia, Parkinson’s disease, addiction, and motor neuron disease.
The FNI will also investigate schizophrenia and mood disorders, as well as
having the added benefit of taking basic research discoveries to the next stage
of clinical trials.
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Working together to improve outcomes
The creation of the FNI represents a powerful step forward for three reasons – programs, productivity and people.
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Neuroscience is a broad field and there are enormous benefits to be
derived from sharing technologies, expertise and insights. Technology is
evolving rapidly and it is important for researchers to keep pace with, and
share new knowledge, about the latest developments rather than working in
isolation.
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The FNI’s second strength will derive from sharing equipment and support
services. This will save administrative, infrastructure and operating costs
and will ensure that researchers have the maximum access to expensive
equipment and cutting-edge expertise.
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People constitute the FNI’s third strength. The relocation will draw
together leading brain scientists and create an intense buzz of ideas on which
research thrives. More than 700 staff and students from the FNI and its
partners will make it Australia’s largest brain research centre and one of the
biggest internationally. This in turn will help attract stellar visiting
scientists.
Ultimately, we hope that all Australians will benefit through improved health
services.
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FNI Florey Neuroscience Institutes annual report 2007
FNI_2007_Annual_Report.pdf
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FNI newsletter
Issue 1 Autumn 2008
08_03_Autumn_FNI_Newsletter.pdf
Issue 2 Winter 2008
08_06_Winter_FNI_Newsletter.pdf
National Stroke Research Institute