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Every day we drive research into motor neurone disease — from understanding causes to finding treatments. Because every day matters.

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Dementia Researcher @dementiaresearcher.bsky.social · 18/09/2026
The MND Association is funding biomedical project grants of up to three years, for research into the causes, mechanisms and treatment of MND. Summary applications close 23 October. www.dementiaresearcher.nihr.ac.uk/funding/mnd-...
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MND Association Biomedical Project Grants 2026
MND Association biomedical project grants of up to three years for research into the causes, mechanisms and treatment of MND. Summaries due 23 October 2026.
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Dementia Researcher @dementiaresearcher.bsky.social · 22/09/2026
Research Engagement and Involvement Coordinator role at the MND Association supporting public and patient involvement across its research programme. Closing date: 5th October www.dementiaresearcher.nihr.ac.uk/job/research...
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Research Engagement and Involvement Coordinator
MND Association seeks a Research Engagement and Involvement Coordinator to support public and patient involvement across its research programme.
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MND Research @mndresearch.bsky.social · 17/09/2026
MND research is too complex for one organisation to solve alone. We're bringing researchers, clinicians, industry partners, people affected by MND and others together to drive progress. If you work in MND research, we'd love your input. Take our survey: www.smartsurvey.co.uk/s/MNDAResear...
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Shaping the MND Association's Scientific Convening Programme
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MND Research @mndresearch.bsky.social · 15/09/2026
Virtual registration now open! Can’t make it to Amsterdam for the 37th International Symposium on ALS/MND? Join us virtually to access: – select live-streamed sessions – the virtual poster hall – on-demand access to all sessions Register: symposium.mndassociation.org/register/
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MND Research @mndresearch.bsky.social · 03/07/2026
FaTHoM day @ndcnoxford.bsky.social brought together families affected by inherited MND to — hear research updates from experts — meet clinicians and researchers working on inherited MND — connect with other families affected Read more about this year’s event ⬇️ mndresearch.blog/2026/07/03/f...
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FaTHoM day 2026: Supporting families affected by inherited MND and FTD        - MND Research Blog
Reading Time: 5 minutesAround one in ten people diagnosed with MND have a family history of the disease. Some people also have a family history of a related
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MND Research @mndresearch.bsky.social · 07/05/2026
Registration and abstract submission are now open! Join us at the 37th International Symposium on ALS/MND to connect, network and collaborate with the global community. — 9 – 11 December 2026 — Amsterdam, the Netherlands (+ virtual) More details: symposium.mndassociation.org #alsmndsymp
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MND Research @mndresearch.bsky.social · 29/04/2026
If you’re an MND researcher looking to apply for our grant round, be quick and submit your application today! — PhD Studentships — Healthcare projects — Non-Clinical Fellowships Applications close soon! www.mndassociation.org/research/for... #MND
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MND Research @mndresearch.bsky.social · 10/04/2026
New for 2026! Apply for our first ever Doctoral Training Award in Data Science! — £700k - £800k — Supporting 4 PhD Students — UK or Ireland based institutions Apply by 14th May ⬇️ www.mndassociation.org/research/for...
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MND Research @mndresearch.bsky.social · 31/03/2026
Applications now open! We are now accepting applications for @mndassoc research grants: – PhD Studentships – Healthcare projects – Non-Clinical Fellowships Deadline: 01 May Learn more ⬇ www.mndassociation.org/research/for...
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MND Research @mndresearch.bsky.social · 05/11/2025
1 month to go 🎉 This time next month we will be joined by over 800 people from the #ALS #MND community for the 36th International Symposium on ALS/MND. Are you one of them? If not… register today for in person or virtual ⬇ symposium.mndassociation.org/register/ #alsmndsymp
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MND Education @mndeducation.bsky.social · 13/10/2025
Time is running out to register for the Annual Stephen Hawking #MND Lecture⌛️ In-person spots are full, but you can still join the waiting list or attend online! Join us to learn more about applying genetic research in MND care -book before 28 Oct on mndassociation.org/education-ev...
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Calendar of events
Here is a comprehensive list of the education events and opportunities that will support your continuous professional development - from webinars to conferences.
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MND Research @mndresearch.bsky.social · 14/10/2025
Prices are rising tomorrow! 📈 Want to hear the latest #MND #ALS research updates? Make sure you register for the 36th International Symposium on #ALS #MND TODAY before the price goes up! Register now: symposium.mndassociation.org/register/ #alsmndsymp
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MND Research @mndresearch.bsky.social · 02/10/2025
Applications for our Biomedical Research Projects are open. 🔬🧪 Apply if you have an idea which could advance our understanding of #MND #ALS and help find effective treatments! 📆 Deadline: 31 October More info: www.mndassociation.org/research/for...
Text reads: Now open! Accepting applications for biomedical research projects. Deadline: 31 October 2025
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MND Education @mndeducation.bsky.social · 22/09/2025
It's the last week to register for the 2025 CoP Networking Day! 📅7 October 📍Birmingham Don't miss out on this unique opportunity to meet and learn together with over 100 HSCPs from all over the UK See what guests said about past events and find out more on mndassociation.org/education-ev...
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Calendar of events
Here is a comprehensive list of the education events and opportunities that will support your continuous professional development - from webinars to conferences.
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Longitude Prize on ALS @longitudeprize.bsky.social · 22/09/2025
We're hosting Harnessing AI for ALS: Longitude Prize on ALS networking event, in London. Make sure to attend on 14 October. Spaces are limited so please register before 20 September. www.linkedin.com/events/harne...
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MND Research @mndresearch.bsky.social · 19/09/2025
We've published our new organisational strategy, which has renewed our commitment to research. Now we want to hear from #MND #ALS researchers 🔬 Please complete this survey to tell us more about your views 👇 www.smartsurvey.co.uk/s/EOLHKG/ Thank you 💙🧡
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Tell us your views on MND research
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MND Research @mndresearch.bsky.social · 18/09/2025
This @peerreviewweek.bsky.social we’re highlighting the vital role that peer reviewers play in helping us to ensure we fund the best and most promising #MND research 🔬 Read more about this in our latest blog post 👇 mndresearch.blog/2025/09/18/b...
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Behind the Scenes of Peer Review
Discover how peer reviewers on the BRAP and HRAP panels help shape MND research funding. Professor Rob Layfield shares insights into the peer review process and its impact on advancing innovative MND ...
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MND Research @mndresearch.bsky.social · 17/09/2025
This @peerreviewweek.bsky.social we would like to say a massive thank you to all @mndassoc.bsky.social peer reviewers who have volunteered their time to review applications for #MND research funding! 👏 This year, we've had 180 peer reviews from experts in the field! Thank you!
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MND Research @mndresearch.bsky.social · 08/09/2025
📣 Virtual registration now open!📣 Can’t make it to San Diego for the 36th International Symposium on #ALS/#MND? Join us virtually to access: 📹 select live-streamed sessions 🪧 the virtual poster hall 📺 on-demand access to all sessions Register: symposium.mndassociation.org/register/
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MND Research @mndresearch.bsky.social · 05/09/2025
Time is running out! ⌛ Early bird registration for the 36th International Symposium on #ALS #MND closes tonight! Register now ⬇️ symposium.mndassociation.org/register #alsmndsymp
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UK MND Research Institute @ukmndri.bsky.social · 28/08/2025
A new study has identified a blood-based biomarker panel that can detect #ALS up to a decade before symptoms appear. Using machine learning and protein profiling, researchers found 33 proteins that distinguish ALS from other conditions. ukmndri.org/2025/08/28/2...
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Protein signature could predict ALS a decade early
A new study has identified a blood-based protein signature that may predict ALS up to ten years before symptoms appear.
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MND Research @mndresearch.bsky.social · 29/08/2025
🚨 Beat the price rise! 🚨 Make sure you register before 5 September to get the early bird rate for the 36th International Symposium on #ALS/#MND. 🌍 San Diego, USA and Online 📆 5-7 December 2025 Register today: symposium.mndassociation.org/register
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MND Research @mndresearch.bsky.social · 18/08/2025
This week we’re celebrating 10 years of @mndassoc Non-Clinical Fellowships! 🎉 Check out our latest blog where we take a deeper dive into this programme and what’s happened so far 👇 mndresearch.blog/2025/08/18/c...
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Celebrating 10 years of our Non-Clinical Fellowships!
Learn about the impact of Non-Clinical Fellowships in MND research and their role in shaping future leaders in the field.
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MND Research @mndresearch.bsky.social · 13/08/2025
Developing the next generation of researchers is vital in the fight against #MND #ALS 🧑‍🔬 Last month we held #MNDEnCouRageUK, designed specifically to support and develop future research leaders. Watch below to find out more ⬇️ www.youtube.com/watch?v=88pV...
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Encourage 2025
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MND Research @mndresearch.bsky.social · 05/08/2025
Join us at the largest scientific and medical conference dedicated to #MND #ALS! 🌍 San Diego, USA and Online 📆 5-7 December 2025 🐤 Early bird registration closes 5 September! Register today: symposium.mndassociation.org/register/ #alsmndsymp
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MND Research @mndresearch.bsky.social · 21/07/2025
We recently published our new organisational strategy, which has renewed our commitment to research! Now we want to hear from #MND #ALS researchers 🔬 Please complete this survey to tell us more about your views 👇 www.smartsurvey.co.uk/s/EOLHKG/ Thank you 💙🧡
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Dementia Researcher @dementiaresearcher.bsky.social · 11/07/2025
The Isaacs Lab @adrianisaacs.bsky.social at UCL, London, seeks a Senior Research Technician to assess CRISPR gene therapy for FTD/ALS in C9orf72 mice, lead assays, and manage lab research on neurodegeneration. Closing date: 30th July www.dementiaresearcher.nihr.ac.uk/job/senior-r...
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Senior Research Technician - DEMENTIA RESEARCHER
The Isaacs Lab at UCL, London, seeks a Senior Research Technician to assess CRISPR gene therapy for FTD/ALS in C9orf72 mice, lead assays, & manage lab research
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MND Research @mndresearch.bsky.social · 11/07/2025
📣 Introducing part two of our #MND #ALS blog series! 📣 Back to basics aims to break down topics in MND research to help the community follow the latest research more easily. Continue your MND research journey today🔬 ⬇️ mndresearch.blog/back-to-basi...
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MND Research @mndresearch.bsky.social · 10/07/2025
🚨Last chance🚨 Today is the last day to submit an abstract for the 36th International Symposium on #ALS/#MND research! Don't miss out on presenting at the largest international conference dedicated to ALS/MND. Submit today (by 23:59 BST) 👇https://symposium.mndassociation.org/abstracts/ #alsmndsymp
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MND Research @mndresearch.bsky.social · 26/06/2025
@mndassoc.bsky.social recently published our new organisational strategy, which has renewed our commitment to research. Now we want to hear from #MND #ALS researchers 🔬 Please complete this survey to tell us more about your views 👇 www.smartsurvey.co.uk/s/EOLHKG/ Thank you 💙🧡
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MND Research @mndresearch.bsky.social · 26/06/2025
⏳ Time is running out! ⏳ If you are planning on submitting an abstract to present your #MND #ALS research at the 36th International Symposium on #ALS/#MND, you only have two weeks left! ⏰ Deadline 10 July (23:59 BST) Submit today: symposium.mndassociation.org/abstracts/ #alsmndsymp
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MND-SMART @mndsmart.bsky.social · 20/06/2025
Tacrolimus added as the fourth investigational arm in MND-SMART MND-SMART uses an innovative #MAMS design to evaluate several potential treatments simultaneously, speeding up the time to identify effective therapies Read more about this milestone here 👉 edin.ac/4jWf0uM #GlobalMNDAwarenessDay #ALS
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MND Research @mndresearch.bsky.social · 20/06/2025
Are you an early career researcher working in #MND #ALS in the UK❓ Why not apply for the new @mndassoc Rob Burrow Early Career Researcher Prize? 🏆 Find out more and apply⬇️ www.mndassociation.org/research/for...
Text reads: Rob Burrow Early Career Researcher Prize. UK based Early Career Researchers investigating MND/ALS. No more than 6 years post-PhD experience. Publication record in the field. Apply by 28 July 2025.
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Nicol Birsa @nicolbirsa.bsky.social · 15/06/2025
If you are looking for a PhD, are passionate about neurobiology and enjoy microscopy, come and join us for a PhD project on axonal pathophysiology in ALS! www.findaphd.com/phds/project... Applications close on Friday 4th July 2025 @mndassoc.bsky.social @uclqsion.bsky.social
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Axonal pathophysiology in ALS: investigating the role of FUS-ALS mutations in axonal damage and regrowth at University College London on FindAPhD.com
PhD Project - Axonal pathophysiology in ALS: investigating the role of FUS-ALS mutations in axonal damage and regrowth at University College London, listed on FindAPhD.com
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MND-SMART @mndsmart.bsky.social · 18/06/2025
🔔 New Trial Centre Open 🔔 Led by Principal Investigator Dr Malcolm Proudfoot, York & Scarborough Teaching Hospitals have joined the MND-SMART team. Read more here 👉 mnd-smart.org/news/mnd-sma... #MND #ALS #MND-SMART #MAMS
York and Scarborough Research Team pictured with Principal Investigator Malcolm
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My Name'5 Doddie Foundation @mndoddie5.bsky.social · 13/06/2025
Great to have some of our research team at #ENCALS last week 🔬 The event presents a unique opportunity for collaboration and networking amongst researchers and funders, allowing them to share knowledge, ideas and advancements in their fields. More details 👇 www.myname5doddie.co.uk/whats-on/art...
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MND Research @mndresearch.bsky.social · 13/06/2025
🚨 Less than 1 month to go! 🚨 If you want to share your research with the global #MND #ALS research community, make sure you submit your abstract for #alsmndsymp by 10 July! More info: symposium.mndassociation.org/abstracts/
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MND Research @mndresearch.bsky.social · 02/06/2025
📣 Call for abstracts! 📣 Share your research at the 36th International Symposium on ALS/MND! #alsmndsymp Submit your abstract for the chance to present your work at the largest conference dedicated to #ALS #MND. 📆 Deadline: 10 July More details: symposium.mndassociation.org/abstracts/
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MND Research @mndresearch.bsky.social · 12/05/2025
💥Registration and abstract submission now open! 💥 Join us at the 36th International Symposium on #ALS #MND to connect, network and collaborate with the global community. 📆 5 – 7 December 2025 📍San Diego, USA 👉 More details: symposium.mndassociation.org #alsmndsymp
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MND Research @mndresearch.bsky.social · 31/03/2025
💥 Applications now open! 💥 We are now accepting applications for @mndassoc.bsky.social research grants: 🔬 PhD Studentships 🩺 Healthcare projects 🧪 Non-Clinical Fellowships 🗓 Deadline: 25 April Learn more ⬇ www.mndassociation.org/research/for...
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