Kim Delbaere

Kim Delbaere is a prominent researcher in the field of neuroscience, particularly known for her work on falls, balance, and injury prevention among older adults. She is affiliated with the Neuroscience Research Australia (NeuRA) and has conducted significant studies that reveal the psychological factors, such as fear of falling, that contribute to increased fall risk in the elderly population. Her recent research highlighted that older adults who express fear of falling are 60% more likely to actually experience falls, emphasizing the importance of addressing these fears to improve quality of life and independence in older individuals.