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Who we are
The Medical and Cognitive Research Unit (MCRU), located at the Heidelberg Repatriation Hospital, is the largest dementia clinical trials site in the southern hemisphere and one of the largest in the world.
MCRU has a strong and successful history in conducting numerous clinical trials, for various neurodegenerative disorders, with a majority of the trials focusing on Alzheimer’s Disease.
Recently refurbished, the MCRU atmosphere is energetic, friendly, and cohesive, with strong teamwork ethos amongst all staff. The unit is comprised of study coordinators, medical investigators, administrative staff, a recruitment officer, neuropsychologist raters and an ethics officer.
What we provide
The MCRU has the capacity to conduct phase 1 to 4 stage trials with infusion, pathology, neuro-cognitive rating areas and imaging abilities (MRI, PET, CT, Bone Density) as required for all types of clinical trials.
Who we work with
The MCRU has existing relevant collaborations with:
- The Florey Institute of Neuroscience and Mental Health
- Austin Health – Cognitive, Dementia and Memory Service (CDAMS)
- ADNet (Australian Dementia Network)
- AIBL – the Australia Imaging, Biomarker and Lifestyle Study
- Dementia Australia
Contact us
Medical & Cognitive Research Unit
Referrals
For referral enquiries, please contact:
MCRU Recruitment Officer
Phone: 0403 110 157
Email: mcru.recruitment@austin.org.au
General enquiries
For general enquiries, please contact:
MCRU Administration
Phone: 03 9496 2388
Email: admin.mcru@austin.org.au
Open hours
Monday - Friday 8.30am - 4.30pm
Location
Level 3
Centaur Building
Heidelberg Repatriation Hospital
300 Waterdale Rd
Ivanhoe Victoria
