Research Tuesdays: Concussions. Lasting impact
- Date: Tue, 9 Apr 2024, 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm
- Location: The Braggs Lecture Theatre, ³ÉÈË´óƬ, North Terrace and online
- More information: Research Tuesdays
Think a bump on the head is no big deal? Think again. A single concussion can inflict lasting cognitive damage and even elevate your chances of developing neurodegenerative diseases like Parkinson's or dementia. It’s time to re-evaluate how we handle head injuries.
Currently, when a person experiences a concussion or traumatic brain injury (TBI), the precise outcome is uncertain. While some individuals recover fully, others experience long-lasting impairments that affect their motor function, cognition, and mood. These can severely impact quality of life and may worsen over time.
In the face of these sobering realities, researchers at the ³ÉÈË´óƬ are searching for practical solutions. By investigating our brains’ complex mechanisms, they hope to understand why some individuals face higher risks post-injury. Their mission is twofold: to arm clinicians with the predictive tools needed to forecast patient outcomes with greater accuracy and to spearhead the development of more effective and timely treatments.
Join to learn about breakthroughs in brain injury research.ÌýRegister to attend ²¹³ÙÌýThe Braggs Lecture Theatre, ³ÉÈË´óƬ, North Terrace campus or .Ìý