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Clinical Academic Fellowship Announced for MND Research

29/04/2024

MND Scotland and the Scottish Government’s Chief Scientist Office have appointed a three-year Clinical Academic Fellow to investigate potential causes of, and therapies for, motor neuron disease (MND).

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.

MND-SMART becomes UK’s biggest ever MND clinical trial

Landmark MND clinical drug trial recruits 400 people with motor neuron disease, making it the biggest of its kind.

Rugby legend Kevin Sinfield’s ‘Ultra 7 in 7’ challenge for MND charities

The former rugby league star is gearing-up for 7 Ultra marathons in 7 days to raise funds for motor neuron disease research.

New drug shows promise in slowing the progression of MND

Scientists believe a new genetically-targeted therapy could be a turning point for people living with motor neuron disease.

Dunfermline woman living with MND ready to take on Kiltwalk

Moira is taking on the Edinburgh Kiltwalk as a way of supporting other people across Scotland affected by MND.

Indya’s Himalayas Hike for Gran with MND

Indya is walking in her grandmother’s footsteps by trekking through the Annapurna region of the Himalayas, to raise funds for the charity MND Scotland.

Montrose brothers to walk 120 Miles in honour of dad living with MND

The three brothers will cover between 26 and 30 miles a day before arriving at Celtic Park ahead of Celtic match against Hearts.

Existing drug shows potential as new MND therapy

A repurposed drug was found to protect motor neurons in a study funded by MND Scotland.

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