Epilepsy Research Institute

Congratulations to everyone successful in this week's ballot! While we're on the topic, why not join with The Institute and help raise vital funds for research into !? 🏃👟
https://epilepsy-institute.org.uk/supporters/events/great-north-run-2025/

The Institute is delighted to be attending the ILAE - International League Against Epilepsy 15th European Epilepsy Congress in Rome this week. The Congress is bringing together international epilepsy professionals to learn about the latest in epilepsy care across Europe and beyond.
https://epilepsy-institute.org.uk/eri/news/the-institute-attends-ilae-15th-european-epilepsy-congress/

Good luck to the formidable at the this weekend! We're thrilled to have nearly 40 runners taking part and we’re looking forward to joining them in Newcastle on Sunday to celebrate their incredible efforts. Wish them luck in the comments below…

Mat sadly lost his life to epilepsy five years ago. Having been a keen runner and ‘always on the go’, Mat completed the seven times. This year, his family and friends have come together to run the famous course in his memory. Read more about their story here: https://epilepsy-institute.org.uk/eri/about-epilepsy/your-stories/life-with-epilepsy-mats-story/

Yesterday, the Epilepsy Research Institute theme leads attended a workshop to discuss their progress and priorities for our research strategy, which focuses on six key themes. To learn more about the themes, watch our 3-minute animation on our research programme here:

The Epilepsy Research Institute's Research Programme Informed by the UK Epilepsy Priority Setting Partnership (PSP) Top Ten priorities, the Epilepsy Research Institute's research strategy focuses on six key the...

Take on the Vitality London 10,000 to support research! Enjoy iconic landmarks and a course perfect for PBs. Join and sign up by 5 September: https://epilepsy-institute.org.uk/supporters/events/vitality-london-10000/

Run the fast, flat Vitality London 10,000 and support epilepsy research! Experience iconic landmarks, chase a PB and join — registration closes 5 September: https://epilepsy-institute.org.uk/supporters/events/vitality-london-10000/

New job vacancy! The Institute is looking to appoint a Research Grants Officer. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of our team and play a leading role in our research funding process. Learn more and apply today: https://epilepsy-institute.org.uk/eri/about-us/job-vacancies/

Evie is 25 years old and has lived in France most of her life. After being diagnosed with epilepsy at the age of nine, Evie hopes to spread awareness about invisible disabilities through her YouTube channel. Here, Evie shares more about her story: https://epilepsy-institute.org.uk/eri/about-epilepsy/your-stories/life-with-epilepsy-evies-story/

The newly announced Epilepsy Research Institute and SUDEP Action: Making every epilepsy death count Emerging Leader Fellowship Award will support an early career researcher to investigate the causes, diagnosis, treatment and clinical management of SUDEP. Read more and find application details here: https://epilepsy-institute.org.uk/eri/news/applications-open-for-sudep-action-fellowship/

Applications are now open for a new Epilepsy Research Institute and SUDEP Action: Making every epilepsy death count Fellowship collaboration. We are inviting applications for research to investigate the causes, diagnosis, treatment and clinical management of SUDEP. Read more and find application details here: https://epilepsy-institute.org.uk/eri/news/applications-open-for-sudep-action-fellowship/

As part of our 2024-25 Grant Round, we are pleased to announce a new funding collaboration with SUDEP Action: Making every epilepsy death count. The fellowship aims to develop a future research leader investigating SUDEP and epilepsy-related deaths. Find more information here: https://epilepsy-institute.org.uk/eri/news/applications-open-for-sudep-action-fellowship/

Join the fun, fast Vitality London 10,000 to support epilepsy research! Enjoy a vibrant atmosphere, iconic landmarks and aim for a PB. Register by 5 September to join for this unforgettable event.
https://epilepsy-institute.org.uk/supporters/events/vitality-london-10000/

Dr Janine Winterbottom is a consultant nurse in epilepsy at The Walton Centre NHS Foundation Trust in Liverpool and Clinical Co-Lead for the Institute’s Reproduction & Hormones theme. Dr Winterbottom is passionate about the ability of research to improve our knowledge of the reproductive life course and reduce risk for people living with epilepsy. Here, she shares more on her work in the field and what she hopes research will achieve.

https://epilepsy-institute.org.uk/eri/research/features/spotlight-on-dr-janine-winterbottom/

Are you getting the care and support you need for your ? Share your experiences in the now and help improve services for everyone affected by neurological conditions: https://revealingreality.welcomesyourfeedback.net/f912gx

We are pleased to announce the appointment of Dr John Williams as our new Chief Scientific Officer. John will play a pivotal role in implementing the Institute’s research strategy to radically advance research for the 1 in 100 people affected by epilepsy.
https://epilepsy-institute.org.uk/eri/news/epilepsy-research-institute-uk-announces-john-williams-as-chief-scientific-officer/

We understand that hormonal changes across a woman's life can impact seizures, but the reasons remain unclear. In this feature, we explore why research in this area is crucial to prevent epilepsy from disrupting the lives of millions worldwide.
https://epilepsy-institute.org.uk/eri/research/features/understanding-the-influence-of-hormones-on-epilepsy/

Join and take on the 2025 to help fund ground breaking research into . Starting and finishing at Emirates Old Trafford, this race has been named the UK’s flattest, fastest and friendliest marathon! https://epilepsy-institute.org.uk/supporters/events/manchester-marathon/

The Epilepsy Research Institute is looking to appoint a Digital Marketing Officer. This is a unique opportunity to join our team and lead in driving engagement and growth across our digital channels. Read more about and find application details here: https://epilepsy-institute.org.uk/eri/about-us/job-vacancies/

We know that hormonal changes throughout women’s lives can alter their seizures – but we don’t fully understand why. In this feature, we explain why research focussed on this area is vital to prevent epilepsy from interrupting millions of lives worldwide.

https://epilepsy-institute.org.uk/eri/research/features/understanding-the-influence-of-hormones-on-epilepsy/

1 in 6 people have a neurological condition. That’s why we’re supporting the . Share your experiences today and help improve care for people affected by neurological conditions such as : https://revealingreality.welcomesyourfeedback.net/f912gx

The Epilepsy Research Institute is looking to appoint an Executive Director of Research & Impact. This is a unique opportunity to join our team and lead and develop our research programme to maximise impact. Read more about this opportunity and apply here: https://epilepsy-institute.org.uk/eri/about-us/job-vacancies/

This week we welcomed supporters to our office for the unveiling of our Founders Wall mural, recognising their pivotal role in the formation of the Epilepsy Research Institute. As well as thanking those who attended for their contribution to our work, the event was also an opportunity to discuss the progress we have made since the establishment of the Institute in October 2023.
https://epilepsy-institute.org.uk/eri/news/celebrating-the-founding-funders-of-the-epilepsy-research-institute/

We are pleased to announce the Epilepsy Research Institute Grant Round is now open. Researchers in the UK are invited to apply for funding to support research investigating the causes, treatments and prevention of epilepsy. Read more and find application details here:
https://epilepsy-institute.org.uk/eri/news/epilepsy-research-institutes-grant-round-opening-1-august-2024/

In 2022, Dr Kathryn Bush was awarded an Emerging Leader Fellowship Award to assess socioeconomic inequalities for people living with epilepsy in the UK. Initial findings from this ongoing project have been published in The Lancet Public Health, a prestigious international medical journal. Here, Dr Bush shares more on the project and what the findings mean: https://epilepsy-institute.org.uk/eri/news/institute-study-finds-increased-epilepsy-risk-in-deprived-areas/

Read The Lancet article: https://www.thelancet.com/journals/lanpub/article/PIIS2468-2667(24)00132-4/fulltext

Learn more about the project and watch an interview with Kathryn: https://epilepsy-institute.org.uk/eri/research/research-portfolio/understanding-epilepsy-inequalities-in-the-uk/

Lesslie Young is the Chief Executive of Epilepsy Scotland and, as one of the Founding Partners of the Epilepsy Research Institute, holds a seat on our Trustee Board. We are delighted to share that Lesslie was recently awarded an OBE for services to people with epilepsy in Scotland. As the Institute continues working with Epilepsy Scotland to improve lives through research while advocating for people affected by epilepsy, we sat down with Lesslie to discuss the award, the charity’s work and the importance of collaboration.
https://epilepsy-institute.org.uk/eri/research/features/spotlight-on-lesslie-young-obe-trustee/

Your lasting legacy could be a life free from . By leaving a gift in your Will to the Epilepsy Research Institute you will ensure that vital research continues so that, together, we can radically advance research into epilepsy.
https://epilepsy-institute.org.uk/supporters/leave-a-gift-in-your-will/

👟 Fancy taking part in a flat, fun and fast 10K to support epilepsy research? Enter the Vitality this September and you’re guaranteed a great atmosphere, world-famous landmarks and a fast, flat route perfect for PBs! https://epilepsy-institute.org.uk/supporters/events/vitality-london-10000/

🛩️A skydive is the ultimate personal challenge and you could take it on while supporting vital research! All training is given on the day so you just need to book, turn up and jump out of a plane - what could be easier!
https://epilepsy-institute.org.uk/supporters/events/skydive/