The next round of MND Association/@NIHRcommunity capacity-building schemes is opening on 16 October for the NIHR MND Association Doctoral Fellowship, which is part of the NIHR Doctoral Fellowship Round 13 funding opportunity.📣 Apply here below👇 nihr.ac.uk/funding/doctor…

We're supporting our partner, LifeArc, to better understand the challenges of living with #MND to guide the development of new technologies that improve quality of life. ✍Take the survey: lifearc.org/project/mnd-in…

🎓 Interested in postgraduate study? Join us on 27th November for our online open day Explore subject talks, learn about life at Sheffield, and get application tips. Plus, University of Sheffield alumni can enjoy up to 20% off fees! Register now: sheffield.ac.uk/postgraduate/v…

Tofersen, a breakthrough drug for people with the form of motor neuron disease caused by genetic changes in the SOD1 gene, is now a step closer to being approved, following a change in how NICE will assess the treatment. More details 👇 myname5doddie.co.uk/whats-on/artic…

RESEARCH NEWS🚨 #Tofersen, a drug shown to slow progression of #SOD1-MND, is closer to approval in the UK. NICE has reconsidered its evaluation process after calls from the #MND community, offering renewed hope. Read more here👇ukmndri.org/2024/11/21/bre…

Have a listen to the latest episode of Sheffield MedSoc's new podcast! Student Sshaheryar Chishty speaks to the Dean of the School of Medicine and Population Health Mark Strong about topics such as diversity in medical education and advice for exams. open.spotify.com/episode/03yAgj…

We're in Montreal, attending the #alsmndsymp - where we'll be learning about the latest updates in #ALS/#MND research from across the world.🌎 Are you attending and fancy a chat? Come and say "Salut!" to us at Booth 15. See you there!🤝

Are you interested in #ALS drug discovery? Come speak to our team at Booth 14 #alsmndsymp on how you can enter the new #LongitudePrizeALS coming 2025. We also have jelly brains...als.longitudeprize.org

With less than 24hrs to go in our auction in aid of The My Name'5 Doddie Foundation, we have just added another incredible lot: - Royal Troon signed print by William Dobbie - Bottle of Loch Lomond "The Open" Special Edition Whisky A perfect pairing! 😍 jumblebee.co.uk/puggled

We are delighted to announce that Dr Alfredo Iacoangeli was awarded the esteemed Paulo Gontijo Award at the opening of the Montreal 32nd International #ALS/#MND Symposium. This global accolade celebrates excellence in MND research. Read more here: ukmndri.org/2024/12/07/uk-…

Huge shout out to our incredible partners making the #LongitudePrizeALS possible. The Prize will bring together AI experts, data scientists, researchers and clinicians to drive innovation in #ALS drug discovery. Partnerships are key! #innovation #neurodegeneration #data #AI #MND

🚨 FINAL CALL 🚨 Bidding closes at 8pm tonight, so don't hesitate! jumblebee.co.uk/puggled All reserve prices have been met, so everything will sell! All proceeds are going to The My Name'5 Doddie Foundation to help realise their vision of a world free of MND 💙💛 Thank you

Exciting news! We've recruited the 1st patient for our #ALS Biomarkers Study. This project aims to better understand why #MND happens, what influences its progression, and how we might slow or stop it. We're thrilled to begin this vital work and discover new insights!🔬

🌍 That’s a wrap on the 35th International Symposium on ALS/MND! Over the past few days, researchers, healthcare professionals, and advocates from around the globe came together to share groundbreaking insights and advancements in the fight against MND.

Epi-what now? Get to grips with the basics of #epigenetics, from what it is and how it works to its impact in #healthcare, with our handy bitesize resource: buff.ly/43HFxFO #genomics

The APPG on Motor Neurone Disease would like to better understand the current issues affecting the #MND community. If you're living with, affected by or caring for somebody with MND, please take a minute to complete this survey ⬇️ smartsurvey.co.uk/s/APPGsoc/ Please share.

📣 Abstract submission is now open for #ENCALS 2025! 📣 📍Turin, Italy 📆 3-6 June ⏰ Deadline for abstract submission: 18 March, 5pm (CEST) More info ⬇️ encals.eu/meetings/encal…

🚨We're working to accelerate the development of new treatments for #ALS. Read more about how our pioneering study, EXPERTS-ALS, aims to rapidly screen potential drugs for evidence that they can slow progression in people with ALS. 🔗 Find out more 👇 ukmndri.org/2025/01/29/sho…

A great opportunity for early career researchers - find out more below 👇

Many people with #MND are asking about ellorarxine. How are new drugs approved, and what does the evidence say about this research and drug? 🔬 We break down the drug development process and how we’re working to speed it up. ukmndri.org/2025/02/07/an-…