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The Bionics Institute is an independent, not-for-profit research organisation working in the field of medical bionics.

Built on years of research and technological expertise, we will deliver new solutions to major health problems. From the cochlear to implantable medical devices, the Bionics Institute leads the way in delivering health solutions for hard to treat conditions, including:

- Epilepsy
- Parkinson's disease
- Crohn’s disease
- Stroke
- Rheumatoid arthritis
- Diabetes

13/08/2026

What a fantastic evening at our annual Bionics Institute Celebration Event!

We are incredibly grateful to everyone who joined us to celebrate an amazing year of achievement, growth and progress at the Bionics Institute.

“As I reflect on the past year at the Bionics Institute, I feel such an overwhelming sense of pride and achievement. It has been a year of growth, new partnerships, new facilities and commercialisation milestones.” — Robert Klupacs, CEO

A highlight of the evening was recognising two outstanding individuals with our Bionics Institute Awards:

🏆 Bionics Institute Visionary Award — Professor Mark Cook AM
Recognising his remarkable scientific achievements in bionic and translational research, and his longstanding partnership with the Bionics Institute.

🏆 Bionics Institute Catalyst Award — Roger Gillespie OAM
Recognising his continued commitment to supporting the advancement of medical research, his significant partnership with the Bionics Institute, and his role as a catalyst for accelerating and advancing our research.

A special thank you to our Chair of the Board, Phil Binns, for conducting the evening with memorable anecdotes and plenty of humour.

And, of course, thank you to everyone who attended, supported us and continues to be part of the Bionics Institute journey. We’re incredibly grateful to have you with us as we work towards transforming lives through bionics research.

Here’s to another year of discovery, collaboration and impact!

04/08/2026

Do you or someone you know experience tinnitus all the time?

The Bionics Institute is seeking people aged 18 and over to take part in a research study to develop objective measures of tinnitus.

You may be eligible if you experience tinnitus all the time and are not currently undergoing tinnitus treatment.

Express your interest: redcap.link/BI_NIRVANA_Study2026

28/07/2026

Kunal was born deaf and identified as hard of hearing at around two-and-a-half years old. Growing up in Sri Lanka, they faced challenges with awareness, access and support for hearing loss, but they were determined to find a solution.

Their search led them to cochlear implant technology, and at age 10, Kunal received his first cochlear implant in Sydney. With the support of his family, months of rehabilitation, speech therapy followed.

Years later, Kunal received a second cochlear implant, describing the impact as “a game changer”.

Today, he shares his experience to support others, particularly children and families in communities where awareness and access to hearing care remain limited.

“I just wanted to share my knowledge, my experience, just part of giving it back.”

By contributing his lived experience, Kunal is helping researchers and innovators better understand the real-world impact of hearing loss and the importance of early support.

Read Kunal’s full story:
https://www.bionicsinstitute.org/case-study/hearing-beyond-barriers-kunals-story/

23/07/2026

Meet Dr Hamish MacDougall, a researcher whose work sits at the intersection of neuroscience, technology, and space science.

With over 20 years of experience, Dr MacDougall has helped pioneer tools that measure and understand balance and eye movement, including the widely used video Head Impulse Test (vHIT), now a key clinical tool for assessing inner ear function.

His work doesn’t stop at the clinic. From developing 3D eye-tracking systems to collaborating with NASA on spaceflight research, Dr MacDougall’s career has been driven by a fascination with how the human brain and body adapt in complex environments.

At the Bionics Institute, his research continues to explore how emerging technologies like virtual reality can improve neurological assessment and ultimately support better diagnosis and treatment for people with balance and neurological conditions.

Read the full interview with Hamish: https://www.bionicsinstitute.org/latest-news-newsletter/meet-dr-hamish-macdougall/

18/06/2026

Thank you to everyone who has supported our Parkinson's appeal so far. 💙

Your support enables our researchers to turn promising ideas into life-changing devices and treatments.

Your kindness drives progress in the development of wearable technologies with the potential to improve lives.

Your generosity powers breakthroughs that could improve the quality of life for millions of people worldwide.

There's still time to make a difference. Every donation helps bring hope to people and families affected by conditions like Parkinson's disease

Donate today to make your difference: https://www.bionicsinstitute.org/latest-news-newsletter/parkinsons-disease-research-appeal/

04/06/2026

How are researchers exploring new ways to better understand Parkinson’s gait?

At the Bionics Institute, researchers are investigating whether gentle stimulation applied to the feet could help people with Parkinson's walk more easily.

Current treatments can help some Parkinson’s symptoms, but gait difficulties often remain challenging.

This ongoing research is helping build understanding of a potential new treatment approach designed to support mobility and stability💙

Find out more: https://www.bionicsinstitute.org/latest-news-newsletter/parkinsons-disease-research-appeal/

04/05/2026

Did you catch the Bionics Institute on 7NEWS Australia on Saturday?

The story featured AFL great Neil Balme, who is helping shine a light on epilepsy and the urgent need for new treatment options.

Living with epilepsy himself, Neil is supporting our research into innovative electrical stimulation therapies offering new hope for people with drug-resistant epilepsy, where current medications don’t always work.

At the Bionics Institute, our researchers led by A/Prof Sophie Payne, are exploring how targeted stimulation could transform lives and reduce the impact of seizures.

Watch the full story: https://youtu.be/HpuijuK8ffQ

Learn more about the research: https://www.bionicsinstitute.org/our-research/brain-research/investigating-a-new-electrical-stimulation-treatment-for-drug-resistant-epilepsy/

29/04/2026

We are delighted to announce the appointment of Philip Binns as Chair of the Bionics Institute Board.

Philip brings extensive global experience in scientific and life sciences leadership, with a strong track record in guiding organisations at the forefront of medical innovation.

His appointment strengthens our Board as we continue to advance pioneering medical device research and translate breakthrough technologies into real-world impact for people living with conditions such as hearing loss, epilepsy, Parkinson’s disease, chronic pain, and more.

We warmly welcome Philip to the role and look forward to his leadership in supporting the Institute’s mission to improve human health through innovation in bionics.

Read more on our website: https://www.bionicsinstitute.org/latest-news-newsletter/philip-binns-appointed-chair-of-the-bionics-institute-board/

25/04/2026

NEW: Med Tech Talks Episode 🎙️

From academia to shaping global biotech innovation—what does that journey look like?

In the latest episode of Med Tech Talks, we sat down with Dr Andrew Nash , former Chief Scientific Officer at CSL, one of Australia’s greatest biotech success stories.

In this episode hear from Andrew about:
• His journey to becoming CSO of CSL
• CSL’s global impact in developing life-saving medicines
• The opportunity for innovation in Australia’s biotech sector
• His advice for aspiring medtech and biotech entrepreneurs

🎧 Tune in now: https://lnkd.in/g5sPrRXJ

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24/04/2026

What happens when passion for research meets the power to give back?

Anita Castan and Dr Oscar Murphy may have walked similar academic paths decades apart—but today, they’re united by a shared mission: to make the world a better place.

After witnessing the impact of Alzheimer’s disease firsthand, Anita chose to support the next generation of researchers. “I was keen to support Oscar in his research… if TMS could give people with Alzheimer’s their memory back, that would be wonderful,” she shares.

For Oscar, that support is transformative: “I just want to do research to improve quality of life… Anita’s gift allows me to do just that.”

Their story is a powerful reminder that backing research, at any stage, can help turn possibility into real-world impact.

Read the full story 👉 https://www.bionicsinstitute.org/latest-news-newsletter/from-graduate-to-benefactor-a-shared-mission-to-make-the-world-better/

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