Perron Institute for Neurological and Translational Science
Over forty years of medical research - a journey of discovery, success and outcomes www.perroninstitute.org
Perron Institute is a world leader in neurological science and study, a global collaborator, a community campaigner, a research advocate, a futuristic visionary, a progressive, patient-focused organisation and home to Western Australia’s most successful break-through research team. The Perron Institute is an international leader in taking findings from the laboratory and developing advances in neurological care for the benefit of the community. At the cutting edge of neurological research in Perth, Western Australia, the Perron Institute collaborates with scientists and clinicians nationally and internationally. What makes the Institute unique is its connection with the treatment clinics. Our leading neurologists see people with various conditions including stroke, multiple sclerosis and motor neurone disease plus movement disorders including Parkinson’s, essential tremor and dystonia, inflammatory muscle diseases including inclusion body myositis and polymyositis as well as a variety of unusual and rare muscle and nerve diseases. The Perron Institute’s clinics are open from Monday to Friday and provide diagnosis, management and treatments for patients with complex and usually long term, neurological and neuromuscular conditions. Founded in 1982, the Perron Institute for Neurological and Translational Science is the longest established research institute in Western Australia.
12/11/2025
Last night's Perron Institute Dementia and Parkinson's event at Royal Freshwater Bay Yacht Club was a wonderful showcase of medical research which attracted a full house to hear from two of our top researchers.
Professor David Blacker AM, spoke about his journey as a Neurologist with Parkinson's disease, his experience of receiving a Parkinson’s diagnosis, living with the condition, and devising a boxing program that promises to alleviate symptoms and promote a higher quality of life.
Professor John Mamo outlined his work leading the PIA Study (Probucol in Alzheimers), with initial results showing great promise to allow patients a higher quality of life over a longer time period.
(Photo Credit: Nicholas Jackson)
Pic 1: Prof David Blacker AM, Perron Institute CEO Steve Arnott, Prof John Mamo
Pic 2: Prof David Blacker AM
Pic 3: Prof John Mamo
10/11/2025
Congratulations to Dr Julie Brose for being awarded the Business Events Perth Perron Institute Aspire Award to attend the World Federation of Occupational Therapists in Bangkok in 2026.
Dr Brose is a a qualitative postdoctoral research fellow whose research at Perron Institute focuses on gaining a deeper understanding of the lived experiences of people living with life-limiting illnesses, and the families and professionals who support them. Through qualitative methods, Julie is investigating the nuance and complexity of living with neurodegenerative conditions, particularly motor neurone disease, with the goal of helping to shape more meaningful models of palliative and neurological care.
Attending this international conference will allow Dr Brose to connect with leading researchers in neurological and palliative rehabilitation, foster new collaborations, and bring fresh perspectives back to Western Australia’s research community.
07/11/2025
Book your ticket for next Tuesay evening to hear from Professor David Blacker AM "My Fight with Parkinson's" and Professor John Mamo "A breakthrough discovery for dementia." Tickets available at QR code, or at link on image.
05/11/2025
Perron Institute Medical Director, Professor Merrilee Needham and members of the Myositis Research team (Perron Institute|Personalised Medicine Centre at Murdoch University) were pleased to provide a Myositis Research Update Day at the Manning Community Hall this morning.
There were informative presentations, including practical advice on excersise and great questions from the large and engaged audience. This was an excellent example of collaboration between clinicians, researchers and consumers. Thank you to everyone who attended.
03/11/2025
Join the waitlist for our Repetitive Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (rTMS) clinic, opening in late 2025/2026.
To join the list and learn more about the clinic, please scan the QR code or contact us via email at tms@perron.uwa.edu.au
We look forward to welcoming you.
29/10/2025
World Stroke Day on October 29 provides an annual focal point for stroke awareness activity around the world. This year the campaign highlights the importance knowing the signs of stroke and to .
28/10/2025
People with multiple sclerosis (MS) often experience lower bone density and earlier onset of Osteoporosis, increasing the risk of falls and/or fractures. The STRONG-MS study is evaluating a High-Intensity Resistance and Impact Training (HiRIT) program, to see whether it can improve bone health, muscle strength, mobility, and quality of life in people with MS. Over the course of 12-months, free exercise sessions will be attended twice-weekly, each lasting 30-minutes.
Community Outreach takes our researchers to some interesting venues! Professor Anthony Akkari was invited to give a presentation on MND research and progress towards treatment at the Kojonup Community Men's Shed last week, to the wider local community.
Prof Akkari is co-Lead of the Motor Neurone Disease Genetics and Therapeutics and the Neuropharmacogenetics groups at Perron Insitute|Murdoch University and Director of the Personalised Medicine Centre.
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The Perron Institute is an international leader in taking findings from the laboratory and developing advances in neurological care for the benefit of the community. Our researchers and clinicians develop treatments for people living with a range of debilitating conditions, including muscular dystrophy, stroke, Parkinson’s, multiple sclerosis, motor neurone disease and epilepsy. At the cutting edge of neurological research in Perth, Western Australia, the Perron Institute collaborates with scientists and clinicians nationally and internationally.
What makes the Institute unique is its connection with the treatment clinics. Our leading neurologists see people with various conditions including stroke, multiple sclerosis and motor neurone disease plus movement disorders including Parkinson’s, essential tremor and dystonia, inflammatory muscle diseases including inclusion body myositis and polymyositis as well as a variety of unusual and rare muscle and nerve diseases. Our clinic service has expanded to include a post-stroke/cerebral palsy spasticity clinic and the first epilepsy & pregnancy clinic in Western Australia has been established.
The Perron Institute’s clinics are open from Monday to Friday and provide diagnosis, management and treatments for patients with complex and usually long term, neurological and neuromuscular conditions. Our leading consultant neurologists treat people living with Parkinson’s, motor neurone disease, multiple sclerosis, myositis and post-stroke.
Founded in 1982, the Perron Institute for Neurological and Translational Science is the longest established research institute in Western Australia.
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