Richard Faull - Researching the Brain

New Zealand's top brain scientist, Professor Richard Faull ONZM, directs the Centre for Brain Research at the University of Auckland, with a 300-strong team of researchers. He is recognised internationally as a leading expert in neurodegenerative diseases such as Alzheimer's and Parkinson's. Professor Faull is best-known for demonstrating that adult brain cells can be replaced if they die - giving hope to those with neurodegenerative diseases and brain injuries.