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Epilepsy Research UK is proud to announce our 2021 London Marathon team – and what a brilliant and varied team it is! There are new faces, seasoned supporters, established runner [...]

Epilepsy Research UK has today announced the launch of a James Lind Alliance (JLA) Priority Setting Partnership (PSP) to establish the future research priorities of epilepsy. The [...]

Gifts in Wills left to Epilepsy Research UK play a vital role in securing the future of research into epilepsy. They enable us to provide help for today through clinical research [...]

After a long hiatus, the #TeamERUK cheer squad were thrilled to be back on official duty yesterday, supporting our fantastic runners at one of the most iconic races in the country [...]

This Sunday sees the return of “the World’s biggest and best half marathon” – Newcastle’s famous Great North Run. Every September, Epilepsy Research UK is fortunate to have teams [...]

Choosing to have surgery in an attempt to control my epilepsy was a scary decision my family had to make, but little did we know how life changing it would be. Thanks to ground-b [...]

Neurodevelopmental conditions such as autism are very common among people with epilepsy. But despite the strong link, we know little about the common underlying causes and how to [...]

That's right - it's the highly anticipated return of the Brainathlon! Following the phenomenal success of the first-ever Brainathlon earlier this year (which saw super support [...]

Join us for the next in our series of Research Roundtable webinars when we’ll be hearing from the experts and people with lived experience on the topic of epilepsy surgery. Somet [...]

The effective dissemination of research findings is essential if we are to share learnings and outcomes that will influence other researchers work or influence policy and practice [...]

Sometimes epilepsy does not respond to medication and in some cases, surgery may be considered as a promising treatment option with the potential to control seizures. But surgery [...]

Epilepsy Research UK supporters across the country are taking on the #6forthe600 challenge to help fund vital research for the 600 people diagnosed with epilepsy every week in the [...]

This week, one year after the Cumberlege review was published, the government has shared their full response to the recommendations outlined in the report. The Cumberlege review ( [...]

Join us for the next in our series of Research Roundtable webinars when we’ll be hearing from the experts and people with lived experience on the topic of epilepsy diagnosis. Get [...]

This year has been testing for Epilepsy Research UK. As we excitedly embarked on implementing our ambitious strategy Going Further, we never thought the world would come to a [...]

Getting the right epilepsy diagnosis can be challenging and can take many months or even years. This month on the #ERUKResearchBlog, we’re looking at why it’s so important that ev [...]

Epilepsy Research UK is thrilled to be the chosen beneficiary charity of an upcoming auction of a painting by Sir Kyffin Williams (1918-2006). The portrait entitled "Willie" is t [...]

Epilepsy Research UK is delighted to share the news that ERUK Fellow Dr Gabriele Lignani has received the International League Against Epilepsy (ILAE) Harinarayan Young Neuroscien [...]

Research into epilepsy has experienced significant delays due to the pandemic. Epilepsy Research UK has therefore decided to focus this year’s grant round on funding research [...]

You can STOP lives being interrupted by epilepsy and help us provide help for today and hope for tomorrow to families like Leah and Jack.  MAKE A DONATION When my son Jack was [...]

Join us for the next in our series of Research Roundtable webinars when we’ll be hearing from the experts and people with lived experience of acquired epilepsy. Epilepsy can be [...]

Epilepsy Research UK is pleased to announce we have passed the Association of Medical Research Charities (AMRC) Peer Review Audit. To retain our membership, we are required to sub [...]

NHS England has sent out a letter to all women and girls in England aged 12-55 who are currently prescribed sodium valproate. The letter contains important information and reminde [...]

We are deeply saddened to hear of the death of Alan Richens, a founding Trustee of the Epilepsy Research Foundation in 1991, which later became Epilepsy Research UK.  Alan gave an [...]

Epilepsy can be caused by many factors, including other medical conditions and brain injuries. This month on the #ERUKResearchBlog, we will look closer at acquired epilepsy, and h [...]

From health, education and employment to family and friends, the pandemic has impacted every aspect of life and whilst many of us are looking forward to a degree of normality, for [...]

Gill and Gordon Parry, supporters of epilepsy research for 30 years, share their story today for the first time... Maxine, our Chief Executive: I recently had the great privil [...]

Pre-order your #ALifeInterrupted t-shirt here As part of National Epilepsy Week, we are delighted to announce a collaboration with UN:IK Clothing - a streetwear company supporti [...]

Epilepsy Research UK is delighted to announce funding for a further four projects, valued at £1.25 million as part of our annual research awards. This year, the pandemic made us [...]

Forget the BAFTAs, Epilepsy Research UK is hosting the most spectacular showbiz event of the year. Join us this Sunday evening for a very special ceremony to reveal the recipient [...]

With just a week to go, we thought we’d share with you a sneak preview of what we have planned this year… TOP SECRET EVENT COMING SOON Stay tuned later this week for an exciti [...]

In the build-up to National Epilepsy Week, this month on the #ERUKResearchBlog we’re going back to basics to look at why and how we fund research into epilepsy. This week, we delv [...]

Epilepsy Research UK currently has two vacancies to join our team and we are delighted to share these opportunities with our community. The opportunities are described below along [...]

The first-ever #Brainathlon drew to a close on Sunday after a fantastic week of fundraising across the UK. The virtual walk, run and climb event was the first of its kind and a co [...]

Epilepsy Research UK invites you to the next in our series of live Research Roundtable webinars. This month we’ll be discussing how research is improving seizure control. We'll h [...]

A report has been published which shows the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on people with neurological conditions and the key services they rely on. The Lessons learnt from the C [...]

Epilepsy Research UK is joining charities across the UK to celebrate the legacy of Captain Sir Thomas Moore by asking our supporters to take part in the Captain Tom 100 Challenge. [...]

This week the British Neuroscience Association (BNA), will host its fifth Festival of Neuroscience.  Epilepsy Research UK (ERUK) is proud to be a Partner Society for the festival [...]

Each year, we’re lucky enough to have a team of dedicated supporters raising money for research at the world’s biggest half marathon: the Great North Run. We’re now on the hunt f [...]

To accelerate progress in epilepsy research, we need to know we are directing our efforts to where they will have the most impact. Our SHAPE NETWORK questions were designed to ide [...]

ERUK-funded researcher Professor Sameer Zuberi featured on BBC Breakfast News over the weekend to discuss vCreate Neuro – a secure video sharing platform for patients or carers an [...]

How Research Is Pioneering Ways For Everyone To Live Seizure Free This month on the #ERUKResearch Blog we’ll be focusing on controlling seizures. We’ll hear about the impact of un [...]

You can stop lives being interrupted by epilepsy. Give a gift to help more people like Grace today. Make a donation How Grace's life was interrupted My daughter Grace was four [...]

All week we’ve been asking our supporters to dress their beloved pets (or willing family members, partners, or friends) in purple and help raise vital funds for research this PUR [...]

Epilepsy Research UK invites you to the next in our series of live Research Roundtable webinars. This month we’ll be discussing epilepsy and genetics. We'll be hearing from the e [...]

It’s one of the most important days in our community calendar and a time when people across the world come together to raise epilepsy awareness. PURPLE DAY takes place on FRIDAY [...]

Epilepsy Research UK is delighted to share an exciting opportunity for members of our SHAPE NETWORK. We are inviting applications to join a new steering group of people with live [...]

This week Epilepsy Research UK is supporting #BrainAwarenessWeek – a global campaign organised by the DANA Foundation which aims to increase public awareness and support for brain [...]

Epilepsy interrupts the lives of ordinary, extraordinary people.  It’s invisible, unpredictable and frightening.  The current lack of investment in epilepsy research is staggering [...]

Epilepsy Research UK is pleased to be joining our #TeamBrain partners to mark Brain Tumour Awareness Month. The national campaign runs throughout March to raise awareness of the c [...]

To celebrate #InternationalWomensDay, we’re shining a spotlight on some of our most viewed Research Blogs from clinicians, researchers, and people with lived experience of epileps [...]

I was first diagnosed with epilepsy in 1982. It took a while to get the dosage right but we got there and for 20 years the drugs did their job – until August 2017, when I had a s [...]

This month on the #ERUKResearch Blog, we’ll be focussing on the genetics of epilepsy, and how identifying genes linked to the condition could help diagnose and treat it more effec [...]

The first report from the valproate registry has been published, giving a better understanding of the care of women prescribed sodium valproate and providing a further basis to co [...]

Were you one of the lucky ones who bagged a place in the 2021 London Marathon ballot? Or are you on the hunt for a charity space? Whether you’re looking to tackle the official r [...]

This month on the #ERUKResearchBlog, we’ll be focussing on the importance of involving people with lived experience in the development of research. This is often referred to as Pa [...]

Epilepsy Research UK invites you to a live Research Roundtable on epilepsy in childhood. Join us to hear about some of the exciting research taking place across the UK on the [...]

ACCELERATING THE PACE OF DISCOVERY Arriving a little later than usual due to the constraints of lockdown, but today we are delighted to share our Annual Review and Accounts for 20 [...]

A national study has uncovered that SUDEP (Sudden Unexpected Death in Epilepsy) occurred almost twice as often among women who were pregnant between 2016 and 2018.  Epilepsy is a [...]

On Friday, the Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (MHRA) published a review of the risks associated with commonly prescribed antiepileptic medication during pregn [...]

This month on the #ERUKResearchBlog, we’ll be focussing on epilepsy in childhood and how the experiences of young people can shape the research needed to tackle the biggest challe [...]

Looking for a new year challenge to get you fired up and fighting fit? Well, Epilepsy Research UK may have just the thing! Join us this April for the first-ever Brainathlon - a [...]

And there goes 2020… can’t say we’ll miss it! The Epilepsy Research UK team will soon be stepping away from our screens, putting down our phones, and leaving our virtual offices [...]

Over on the #ERUKResearch Blog this month, we’ll be discussing the three newly funded Innovations in Research projects. We’ll be looking at the ways in which the funded researcher [...]

Epilepsy Research UK is proud to announce three new research projects to support Innovations in Healthcare Research. The COVID-19 pandemic has caused considerable challenges in [...]

Seizures haven’t stopped. Neither have we.  And thankfully, neither have you. So, that was Black Friday. Did you find a bargain? Or are you a fully signed up member of the Ban Bla [...]

Pardon the interruption... but have you seen our #ALifeInterrupted films yet? Doug and Ava’s stories have already been featured in leading industry publications Creative Review an [...]