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Edinburgh Man Living with MND Banks Voice Thanks to MND Scotland Funding

Jim was recently featured on the technology show, BBC Click, as he recorded and banked his voice.

United to End MND coalition to develop virtual research institute

The first meeting of the virtual institute focused on MND Research takes place today to lay down plans for the future of collaborative research into MND.

Rugby legend Doddie Weir OBE dies of motor neuron disease aged 52

We are deeply saddened to hear that former British and Irish Lion, Doddie Weir, has died of motor neuron disease.

New dataset could reveal effective methods of treating MND

Researchers have generated a dataset describing hundreds of changes to the connections between brain cells in people with motor neuron disease.

Celebrating Trustees’ Week 2022 with Board member Myles Fitt

We spoke to Myles Fitt, one of our amazing trustees, who next month, will be celebrating his one-year anniversary as a member of the Board.

MND Scotland funded project to explore crucial aspect of MND

Dr Jenna Gregory joins our community of researchers to investigate the communication between nerve cells and microglia.

Bearsden man publishes book in memory of beloved wife

Alan is raising money for MND Scotland by donating all profits from his latest book, ‘The Girl by the Grand Canal – The Four Seasons of Venice’.

Research suggests increased risk of MND in international rugby players

Researchers have found that former international-level rugby players may be more likely to develop motor neuron disease.

National Scottish survey launched for people affected by MND

MND Scotland launches national survey to explore challenges facing people affected by MND across Scotland.

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