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LEARN 2025 – Dr Caroline McHutchison’s blog for MND Scotland

16/10/2025

In this blog , Dr Caroline McHutchison from the University of Stirling discusses her motivations for undertaking MND research to understand cognitive and behavioural changes in MND. Caroline also recently presented at the LEARN event in Glasgow at Celtic Park on Thursday, 11 September 2025.

Analysis: It’s About Time campaign

MND Scotland's Head of Policy and Campaigns provides her analysis of the state of the campaign in Scotland and the parties' commitment to MND.

Abbie’s MND Marathon for Scots Football Star

Intensive care nurse takes on London Marathon for cousin-in-law and former Scots football star who is living with MND.

Granddaughter’s 50 mile memory walk for MND

Shauna is stepping up to take part in the Virtual Kiltwalk in memory of her ‘Bampa’ who died of MND.

MND drug trial launches in Inverness

The MND-SMART clinical trial opens its seventh UK centre in Inverness for participants across NHS Highland.

Nucleus staff celebrate huge fundraising total

Edinburgh company raises funds in memory of colleague Mike Wallis.

MND Scotland’s Chief Executive Steps Down

After 20 years Craig Stockton is stepping down to explore new challenges.

Doddie digs deep for families living with MND

The My Name'5 Doddie Foundation has donated funds to MND Scotland and the MND Association.

Mum’s Himalayas hike in memory of husband

Christine is gearing up for a 6-day trek in the Himalayas for husband Tim who had MND.

Scientists repair axons for first time

Super-charging cells helps reverse MND damage in lab experiments