Taking it back to basics
Since its inception in 2010, NCM UK has become an [...]
“By increasing what’s available to everyone, we can try to create a more level playing field”
Behind the scenes at Stewarts, winner of our Brain and Spinal Injury Law Firm of the Year 2023 award, sponsored by Chroma.
Charity interview: “Demand is so high…we’re always looking to increase our reach”
As the inaugural winner of NR Times Charity of the [...]
Early career MND researchers to begin new Pre-Fellowship scheme
New scheme bridges funding gap to encourage researchers continue the search for a cure to devastating MNDTwo ambitious early career researchers with a passion to investigate potential causes and therapies for motor neurone disease (MND) will receive a new type of funding through the MND Association’s new Pre-Fellowship scheme.
The first-of-its-kind Pre-Fellowship scheme for MND is funded by the MND Association and administered by MND Scotland.
Following a rigorous application process, Dr Alannah Mole, of the University of Sheffield, and Dr Emily Carroll, from the University of Oxford, have each been awarded a grant which provides 12-18 months of ‘pump priming’ funds under the scheme that aims to bridge a long-acknowledged funding gap.
The need for greater focus on dystonia
As a condition with low levels of recognition - both in society and even the medical profession - dystonia can often go under the radar, leaving many people struggling for a diagnosis and to access the services they so badly need.
Here, dystonia patient Joe shares his frustration at the wait to secure a diagnosis; consultant neurologist Dr Amit Batla discusses the lack of recognition within the NHS; and Georgina Carr, chief executive of the Neurological Alliance, highlights how speaking up collectively can make positive change
Brain haemorrhage – changing the future through research
NR Times visits the University of Manchester to learn about its world-leading work in haemorrhagic stroke
Change the way society views concussion
The way concussion is viewed and treated must be tackled in society if change is to be effected in delivering protection from brain injury, it has been claimed.
