NeuRA Next

NeuRA Next is a group of young philanthropists passionate about driving progress in neuroscience research across Australia. Established under Neuroscience Research Australia (NeuRA), our mission is to support ground-breaking discoveries by raising vital funds for the next generation of neuroscience leaders.

Funds raised by NeuRA Next go directly to the Pearl PhD Program - a pioneering initiative empowering early-career researchers to explore bold, innovative ideas in brain and nervous system science.

Our Founding Members

• Alexander Benze von Fritz
• Sophie Utz
• Lucas Hejtmanek 
• Emily Harris (nee Hartman)
• Amelia de Haan (nee Hurley)

Upcoming Event

Details to be released soon.

Inaugural Fundraising Dinner 2025

Friday 13 June, The Royal Yacht Squadron, Kirribilli

One of the most important parts of our work at NeuRA is translating research into practical outcomes for people at all stages of life.

So it was rewarding to see Dr Hayley North deliver a powerful address on building brain health and resilience to the audience at the inaugural NeuRA Next fundraising dinner– all of it informed by the most recent science and the array of research undertaken at NeuRA.

The members of NeuRA Next are passionate about driving progress in neuroscience research across Australia, and the event at Royal Sydney Yacht Squadron was the first in support of that aim.

The significant funds already raised by NeuRA Next go directly to the Pearl PhD Program - a pioneering initiative empowering early-career researchers to explore bold, innovative ideas in brain and nervous system science.

Get Involved

Interested in joining NeuRA Next, or attending one of our events?
Get in touch with us at next@neura.edu.au