Epilepsy Research UK
Epilepsy Research UK is a British charity dedicated to driving and enabling life changing, life saving research into epilepsy. The organization was established in 2007 following the merger of the British Epilepsy Association and the Epilepsy Research Foundation.
History[edit | edit source]
Epilepsy Research UK was formed in 2007, following the merger of two leading epilepsy research charities, the British Epilepsy Association and the Epilepsy Research Foundation. The merger was aimed at creating a single, stronger entity capable of funding more research and having a greater impact on the lives of people affected by epilepsy.
Mission and Vision[edit | edit source]
The mission of Epilepsy Research UK is to drive and enable life changing, life saving research into epilepsy. The organization envisions a future where lives are free from epilepsy. To achieve this, it funds and promotes scientific research into the causes, diagnosis and clinical treatment of epilepsy.
Research[edit | edit source]
Epilepsy Research UK funds a wide range of research projects, from investigating the genetic causes of epilepsy to developing new treatments. The organization has funded over £1.3 million in research grants in the last year alone. It also supports early career researchers through its fellowship program, helping to build the next generation of epilepsy researchers.
Fundraising[edit | edit source]
Epilepsy Research UK relies on the generosity of its supporters to fund its research. The charity organizes a range of fundraising events throughout the year, including marathons, bike rides and bake sales. It also encourages supporters to organize their own fundraising events.
Partnerships[edit | edit source]
Epilepsy Research UK works in partnership with other organizations to maximize the impact of its research. These include other epilepsy charities, research institutions, and pharmaceutical companies. The charity is also a member of the Association of Medical Research Charities, which represents the interests of medical research charities in the UK.
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