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From venomous creatures to anti-cancer drugs, nature is inspiring radical new treatments for neurological diseases! Dive into the world of mini-brains, inflammation-fighting molecules, and spider venom as researchers unlock powerful possibilities for treating epilepsy and Parkinson’s. Healing the brain has never looked so wild—or so hopeful.
Fighting epilepsy with spider venom
Alexandra Sundman
(PhD candidate, University of Queensland)
Could a molecule found in spider venom provide a treatment for epilepsy? Alexandra will describe how she milks spiders, studies components in their venom that may lead to anti-epileptic drugs, and ultimately tests these molecules on patient-derived mini-brains.
Can We Slow Parkinson’s? Investigating RRx-001 as a New Therapy
Dr Kunal Bhatt
(Post-doc, Queensland University of Technology)
Parkinson’s disease has no cure, but could an anticancer drug hold the key? RRx-001, a potent NLRP3 inflammasome inhibitor, reduces inflammation, protects neurons, and improves movement in preclinical models. Join us to explore its potential as a breakthrough therapy for Parkinson’s!
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