Welcome to the NRF: NeuroSurgical Research Foundation

The objective of the foundation is directed towards funding research into the cause, diagnosis, prevention and treatment of disease or malfunction of the brain, spine and nerves.

Brain Tumour - Stroke - Neurodegeneration - Traumatic Brain/Spinal Injury

About us

Current Fundraiser

Marty is raising vital funds for NRF brain cancer research in memory of Critter!

Pubs With Heart

NRF is proud to receive support from the SA hotel industry, helping fund specialised equipment

2025/26: A Year of Impact

2025/26 Impact Report - discover the research, support and breakthroughs you helped make possible.

Kyla’s Story: From Patient to Advocate

“Research is time. Research is independence. Research is a mother remaining with her children. Research is a future.”

Fundraiser Profile | Chloe Sells

Tuesday 03 November 2026

This November, a heartfelt 100km swimming challenge honours a much-loved dad lost to a brain aneurysm, raising awareness and vi...

NRF Awards $1.53 Million for NeuroSurgical Research

Tuesday 03 November 2026

The NRF are proud to announce a total of $1,530,489 in funding for 30 research projects and initiatives in 2026/2027

Research That Makes a Difference

Wednesday 28 October 2026

This ASMR Medical Research Week, discover how NRF support is advancing pituitary tumour research and helping bring new discover...

From Patient to Nurse: Powering the Next Breakthrough

Wednesday 07 October 2026

Six years ago, Ella was a teenager undergoing brain surgery at the Women’s and Children’s Hospital. Today, she has ...

Events

Nov

Thrive:Fit + Social Fundraiser

Thrive: Fit + Social are fundraising event in honour of Brave For Dave, raising vital funds and awareness for brain cancer research

Feb

Be Bold Go Gold

Join the NRF and Be Bold Go Gold for Childhood Cancer Research in SA

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