Mark your calendars. Walk to Defeat MND is returning nationwide on Saturday 07 November 2026. Each year, Walk to Defeat MND brings people together to walk in honour, memory, and support of those affected by motor neurone disease (MND), while raising vital awareness and funds for MND NZ’s support services and research. MND is a … Read more
MND Action Month 2026 brought people across Aotearoa together in a powerful show of support, awareness, and connection. From sausage sizzles to cuppa teas, ice bucket challenges to powerful stories shared, there was a real sense of momentum across the country — people showing up with generosity, care, and commitment to the MND community. Together, … Read more
As part of Motor Neurone Disease NZ’s (MND NZ) commitment to connecting the MND community with global researchers you are invited to a live webinar by the world-renowned Neurologist Dr Richard Bedlack from Duke Health and Duke University School of Medicine in North Carolina, USA. 📅Thursday 30 July 🕛12pm – 1pm NZST 👉🏼Register now: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_Vq1e2Hb1Ty-pHkFSYq-6cg#/registration … Read more
In the latest episode of Brainstorming with Clare de Lore (Newstalk ZB), made in partnership with the University of Auckland’s Centre for Brain Research, the focus turns to motor neurone disease (MND). Journalist Clare de Lore speaks with Associate Professor Emma Scotter, who leads the MND Lab at the Centre, and Dr Natalie Gauld ONZM, … Read more
Motor Neurone Disease NZ welcomes the appointment of Professor Hanneke Hulst as the next Director of the Centre for Brain Research (CBR) at Waipapa Taumata Rau, University of Auckland. An internationally respected clinical neuroscientist based at the University of Leiden in the Netherlands, Professor Hulst will begin her role in December 2025. Her research focuses … Read more
Motor neurone disease (MND) research is advancing at pace, with new discoveries bringing hope to those affected. The team at the University of Auckland’s MND Research Lab is working to uncover the genetic causes of MND in New Zealanders, develop targeted therapies, and improve support for families. Thanks to the generosity of MND NZ and … Read more
At Motor Neurone Disease New Zealand (MND NZ), we are proud to reflect on a year marked by progress, resilience, and unwavering commitment to our community. The release of our 2023/24 Annual Impact Report offers a snapshot of the strides we’ve made, the challenges we’ve faced, and our vision for a brighter future. A New … Read more
Start off your year on a positive note by volunteering on Saturday 22 February 2025 in Auckland, Wellington, or Christchurch. Walk to Defeat MND brings communities together to walk in honour, memory, and in support of people affected by MND and raise awareness and much needed funds for research and support. Walks vary between 2-3km, … Read more
The Centre for Brain Research recently celebrated its 15th birthday, marking an incredible milestone for neurological research. The Centre has over 400 researchers working across various fields of brain research, including a dedicated team of 10 researchers focusing specifically on motor neurone disease (MND). Led by Dr. Emma Scotter, the team have published over 20 … Read more
We are delighted to share that Dr Maize Cao has received a Neurological Foundation grant to study ALS. Dr Cao, an early career Research fellow at the University of Auckland, says: “what makes development of therapies difficult, is that there are many genes that can cause disease (‘suspects’ of ALS). Beyond that, at the molecular … Read more
In the final instalment of Newshub’s three-part series on motor neurone disease, journalist Amanda Gillies spoke with Dr Emma Scotter, head of the Motor Neuron Disease Research Lab at the Centre for Brain Research, on recent breakthroughs in understanding the genetic code of MND. We are truly grateful to Dr Scotter and her passionate team … Read more
On Thursday we were privileged to have Dr Emma Scotter, head of the MND Lab at the University of Auckland, and Dr Natalie Gauld, ONZM, Research Advisor and Best Practice Advocate at MND NZ, on the AM Show sofa on Three discussing motor neurone disease and this weekend’s Walk to Defeat MND. If you missed … Read more