About the Centre
Leading generational change for disorders of the brain and mind.
The University of Sydney’s Brain and Mind Centre is a network of researchers and clinicians who partner across borders and disciplines in pursuit of a common goal; to develop better treatments for conditions of the brain and mind and improve health outcomes now and for future generations.
Disorders of the brain and mind are the greatest health challenges we face in the 21st century. These diseases are devastating for those affected, their families and society, and threaten the social and economic participation of people of all ages across the globe.
The Brain and Mind Centre provides the physical infrastructure, technology, the collegial environment, and support required to facilitate opportunities for innovative research programs.
Brain and Mind Centre researchers form a virtual network of academics across the University of Sydney, Westmead Hospital, Nepean Hospital, Royal North Shore Hospital, Kolling Institute, Concord Repatriation General Hospital, Sydney Adventist Hospital, Royal Prince Alfred Hospital and the Sydney Local Health District.
These visionary research teams partner with the community, industry, government and diverse branches of academia to make a real difference to people’s lives.
Our large-scale research is collaborative and innovative, our laboratories are state of the art and our clinics are a valuable resource for people in need. Read more about our partners and connections.
Professor Ian Hickie AO is an internationally renowned researcher in clinical psychiatry and a leading voice on mental health issues. He was an inaugural Commissioner on Australia’s National Mental Health Commission (2012-18), overseeing enhanced accountability for mental health reform in Australia. Professor Hickie was a founding director of , which provides support for young people, and the inaugural chief executive of , a non-profit organisation working to address issues associated with depression, anxiety and suicide.
Professor has extensive experience in education and research excellence, as well as academic and health leadership. Examples of her leadership roles include Head of School Physiotherapy, Dean of Faculty of Health Sciences, chair of South West Sydney Research (NSW health research hub) and inaugural member of the .Ìý
For several years she was deputy chair of the Australian Council of Deans of Health Sciences.Ìý She has held many roles on editorial boards of international journals and ethics committees and continues her work as a non-executive director on many education, professional and NGO boards.Ìý She has received several awards for professional contributions, and educational and research excellence.
Tegan Cox is the Chief Operating Officer at the Brain and Mind Centre and leads the implementation of strategic and operational research plans both locally and across the wider University. Tegan brings a strong background in clinical research management, health service leadership and management consulting. With a passion for person-centred care and innovative models of health service delivery, Tegan also brings skills in clinical redesign and design thinking.
Phone: +61 2 9351 0774
Email:Ìýbrainandmind.info@sydney.edu.au
94 Mallett Street, Camperdown NSW 2050
Opening hours: Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm
