Tag: Ageing & Pharmacology
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Researchers urge caution around breakthrough Alzheimer’s drug
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As we live longer and there are more people living into old age, there is an increasing number of people developing dementia with more than 400,000 people currently living with the condition in Australia. Dementia is now the leading cause of death in Australia, and Alzheimer’s disease is the most common cause of dementia. Dementia
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Kolling Institute Year in Review
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The Kolling Institute Year in Review profiles our impressive and unique teams, and the impact of their crucial research. Our investigators are driving world-leading research into some of the most significant health challenges, from heart and kidney disease, chronic pain and cancer, to musculoskeletal, neurological and age-related conditions. With a large share of our researchers named amongst
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Podcast offers insight into the future of healthcare
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A fascinating and informative podcast has been launched showcasing groundbreaking research, innovative healthcare, and inspiring stories from across Northern Sydney. Tomorrow’s Medicine Today is an initiative of the Northern Sydney Local Health District and the Kolling Institute, New South Wales’ oldest medical research institute. Co-hosted by the Kolling Institute’s Academic Director Professor James Elliott and leading
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Celebrating over 100 years of innovation
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The inaugural Eva Kolling Research Day was staged within Royal North Shore Hospital, providing the perfect chance to celebrate the vision and generosity of a true pioneer. Established in 1920, the Kolling Institute is the oldest medical research institute in New South Wales. It has been at the forefront of cutting-edge research for more than
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Beryl and Jack Jacobs Travel Awards offer crucial international opportunities
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Five emerging researchers will have the chance to develop their skills and raise the international profile of the Kolling Institute thanks to generous funding from the Skipper Jacobs Charitable Trust. Academic Director Professor James Elliott said a total of $40,000 will be shared by the early-to-mid career researchers to increase their research impact and strengthen
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roundbreaking work in geriatric pharmacology
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For the past 20 years, Professor Sarah Hilmer has dedicated her career to optimising medicine use for older people and has achieved recognition as a national and world leader in geriatric pharmacology. Not only has the Royal North Shore Hospital clinical pharmacologist and geriatrician set about improving medication practices for older people, but she has
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Next generation of researchers streamlining complex medication choices
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Two emerging leaders within the Kolling Institute’s Ageing and Pharmacology Lab are gaining attention for their impressive work to improve the quality use of medications. Dr Nashwa Masnoon and Dr Kenji Fujita have received prestigious awards at the annual meeting of the Australasian Society of Clinical and Experimental Pharmacologists and Toxicologists (ASCEPT). Nashwa, who is
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Clinical trials informed by patient care
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The Kolling Institute’s Professor Sue Kurrle and her team at the Rehabilitation and Aged Care Network at Hornsby Ku-ring-gai Hospital have been running clinical trials for 25 years, looking at dementia, frailty, and falls to name just some areas. “We do trials as it keeps you cutting edge and they are really important for our
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New research to capture those with frailty
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A $3-million research grant will help develop technology to identify frailty in older people in hospital, a crucial step towards improving care and long-term patient outcomes. The Kolling Institute’s Professor Sarah Hilmer will lead the large-scale study involving hospitals and universities across Australia as well as international investigators. Professor Hilmer said the five-year project will
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