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The Turner Institute for Brain and Mental Health delivers unparalleled collaboration and impact, bringing together researchers, educators, and students across disciplines to turn cutting-edge discoveries into real-world solutions that improve the lives of individuals, families, and communities.

We are the research hub of the School of Psychological Sciences within the
Faculty of Medicine, Nursing and Health Sciences.

Our Research

Neuroscience informed research programs to build resilient, healthy brains early in life, to develop tools to promote healthy lifestyles and to maintain brain health over time.

Technological innovation

We push the boundaries of newly developed technologies for brain and mental health.

Community Engagement

We actively build thriving communities to withstand significant challenges with resilience and hope.

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Turner Institute News

Find out about our recent news, research breakthroughs and success stories.

New test to diagnose concussion in older people

Researchers at Monash University and The Alfred are pioneering a method of analysing blood samples to diagnose concussion in people aged over 60, the world’s most at-risk group for the condition.

Largest study of ‘baby brain’ reveals that new parents are as astute as non-parents

The largest and most comprehensive study of memory and cognition in new parents has found no evidence for 'baby brain' in mums and dads.

Summit brings leading experts together to shape the future of women’s and children’s health

Monash University and Monash Health yesterday hosted the Monash Women’s and Children’s Health Summit 2026, a special event bringing together over 300 of Australia’s leading researchers, clinicians, policymakers, and sector partners