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Euan MacDonald Centre for Motor Neuron Disease Research
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We conduct vital research into motor neuron disease. Based at the University of Eidnburgh, we unite over 250 scientists and doctors across Scotland.
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Highlighting the vital role collaborative science plays in tackling spinal muscular atrophy (SMA).
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#SMA #SpinalMuscularAtrophy #MND #Science
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Spinal Muscular Atrophy Research | The Euan MacDonald Centre
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January 26, 2026 at 2:28 PM
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⏰ Application deadline 17:00 UK time on Thursday 22nd January 2026.
For more information and to apply visit: www.euanmacdonaldcentre.org/phd-scheme

#MND #ALS #SMA #research #science #academia #PhD #PhDposition
euanscentre.bsky.social Euan MacDonald Centre for Motor Neuron Disease Research @euanscentre.bsky.social · Nov 28
⭐️Funded PhD studentships in motor neuron disease #MND #ALS #SMA research ⭐️

Applications are now open, deadline 22nd Jan 2026.
7 diverse project topics - 3 Universities in Scotland - join our 250+ network!

➡️Find out more and apply: euanmacdonaldcentre.org/phd-scheme

#science #PhD #PhDscholarship
Euan MacDonald Centre for Motor Neuron Disease Research. PhD studentship 2026. Choice of 7 cutting-edge projects at the University of Edinburgh, St Andrews or Dundee. Diverse topics from molecular biology to psychology to data science. Join our vibrant and friendly network of 250 MND researchers and healthcare professionals across scotland. Deadline 22nd January 2026.
January 16, 2026 at 3:56 PM
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⏰Fully Funded PhD Opportunity – Closing Soon!

The Euan MacDonald Centre is accepting applications for a fully funded PhD studentship - a choice of 7 diverse projects - join our 250+ network!
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⏰Fully Funded PhD Opportunity – Closing Soon! The Euan MacDonald Centre is accepting applications for a fully funded PhD studentship - a choice of 7 diverse projects - join our 250+ network! 🔗 https://euanmacdonaldcentre.org/phd-scheme #PhD #AcademicTwitter #neuroscience #FundedPhD
January 9, 2026 at 10:31 AM
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👟🧁In 2026 we are inviting our Community to Boost Research and fundraise for the Euan MacDonald Centre👟🧁
Whether it’s a sponsored challenge, a team event, or a personal goal, every effort helps drive MND research at the Euan MacDonald Centre.
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Community Invited to Boost Research Through Fundraising | The Euan MacDonald Centre
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January 6, 2026 at 2:19 PM
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We're pleased to share the latest Euan MacDonald Centre newsletter - a great snapshot of our last 6 months of MND research, collaboration & community.
#ALS #SMA #MND #research #science
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View the newsletter here👇🏽
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Winter 2025 newsletter | The Euan MacDonald Centre
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December 15, 2025 at 1:14 PM
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If you’re passionate about advancing #MND #ALS #SMA #research and making a real impact, we want to hear from you.

🔗 Apply now & help drive discoveries that matter!
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#PhD #science
euanscentre.bsky.social Euan MacDonald Centre for Motor Neuron Disease Research @euanscentre.bsky.social · Nov 28
⭐️Funded PhD studentships in motor neuron disease #MND #ALS #SMA research ⭐️

Applications are now open, deadline 22nd Jan 2026.
7 diverse project topics - 3 Universities in Scotland - join our 250+ network!

➡️Find out more and apply: euanmacdonaldcentre.org/phd-scheme

#science #PhD #PhDscholarship
Euan MacDonald Centre for Motor Neuron Disease Research. PhD studentship 2026. Choice of 7 cutting-edge projects at the University of Edinburgh, St Andrews or Dundee. Diverse topics from molecular biology to psychology to data science. Join our vibrant and friendly network of 250 MND researchers and healthcare professionals across scotland. Deadline 22nd January 2026.
December 11, 2025 at 8:52 AM
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On the first day of the MND Association ALS International Symposium in San Diego, we share Stella Taso's story of how receiving a Euan MacDonald Centre bursary to attend this conference & others, has helped her career⬇️
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Your fundraising in action: supporting early career researchers to attend conferences | The Euan MacDonald Centre
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December 5, 2025 at 9:20 AM
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🎉Congratulations to Rowling Scholar Dr Johnny Tam for his winning video at the 2025 MRC Max Perutz Awards.

#science #sciencecommunication #MND_research
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News article👇
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Anne Rowling Clinic Researcher Celebrated in The Observer for Award-Winning MND Video | Anne Rowling Regenerative Neurology Clinic
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December 1, 2025 at 11:23 AM
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⭐️Funded PhD studentships in motor neuron disease #MND #ALS #SMA research ⭐️

Applications are now open, deadline 22nd Jan 2026.
7 diverse project topics - 3 Universities in Scotland - join our 250+ network!

➡️Find out more and apply: euanmacdonaldcentre.org/phd-scheme

#science #PhD #PhDscholarship
Euan MacDonald Centre for Motor Neuron Disease Research. PhD studentship 2026. Choice of 7 cutting-edge projects at the University of Edinburgh, St Andrews or Dundee. Diverse topics from molecular biology to psychology to data science. Join our vibrant and friendly network of 250 MND researchers and healthcare professionals across scotland. Deadline 22nd January 2026.
November 28, 2025 at 2:57 PM
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📖 New publication: St Andrews ALS research team supervised by Dr Matthew Broadhead and Prof Gareth Miles finds early synapse loss in ALS mouse model.

#science #MND #ALS #research

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New publication: Synaptopathy in the TDP-43ΔNLS Mouse Model of Sporadic Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis | The Euan MacDonald Centre
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November 25, 2025 at 9:00 AM
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November's fundraising highlight is about Megan Campbell who along with her dad took on the Six Lakes Marathon earlier on this year to raise funds for the Euan MacDonald Centre.
Read Megan's remarkable story (approx 4 minutes reading time)👇
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Megan Campbell: Running for Euan | The Euan MacDonald Centre
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November 21, 2025 at 1:13 PM
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A recent publication by Euan MacDonald Centre members explores the links between apathy and quality of life in people with ALS.
#ALS #MND #apathy #research

For more info 👉 edin.ac/43jHx87

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Self-reported initiation apathy is related to worse quality of life in amyotrophic lateral sclerosis
Nov 2025: New publication explores the links between apathy and quality of life.
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November 7, 2025 at 3:49 PM
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You can help shape a more accessible future!
The Euan's Guide Access survey is the UKs largest disabled access survey influencing policymakers, businesses, and venues.

Take part today▶️ buff.ly/kqdj1Nv

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November 6, 2025 at 9:38 AM
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Charity places are now OPEN for the 2026 Edinburgh Marathon Festival

We are thrilled to offer charity places in all major races in the 2026 Edinburgh Marathon Festival (EMF).
More info 👇
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#Edinburgh_marathon #charity #fundraising #MND #ALS #research
Edinburgh Marathon Festival 2026
Edinburgh is the second largest marathon in the UK. Fast and flat, this course is ideal if it’s your first marathon or you are looking for a PB.
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October 24, 2025 at 9:05 AM
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We are delighted to share this article about Angela Brown’s inspiring fundraising efforts in support of the Euan MacDonald Centre. A wonderful contribution to vital MND research.
#mndresearch #inspirational #fundraising
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Angela Brown shares her story of strength and fundraising in memory of her brother
Sept 2025: Fundraising spotlight - making a difference with flowers.
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October 22, 2025 at 8:34 AM
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On 8–9 Oct 2025, we honoured Euan MacDonald’s incredible legacy in MND research & accessibility at a moving symposium in Edinburgh.
Read our article👉 edin.ac/3WioVBw

🎥 A recording of the full session and public will be available soon!
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A Tribute to Euan MacDonald Symposium: 8-9 Oct 2025
Oct 2025: On 8th and 9th October, 300 researchers, friends and supporters of the Euan MacDonald Centre gathered in Edinburgh to celebrate the legacy of our founder, the late Euan MacDonald MBE.
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October 20, 2025 at 2:09 PM
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Thank you to everyone who joined the “Tribute to Euan MacDonald” symposium to celebrate Euan’s legacy—from MND research, accessibility via @euansguide.com, to empowerment through @SpeakUnique. His vision lives on, uniting us to make a lasting difference.
"Euan's legacy is in safe hands!"
Prof Siddharthan Chandran speaking at the symposium. The PowerPoint slide states "Euan's legacy is in safe hands." Euan's Guide information stand at the symposium with volunteer. The poster asks "Where will you go next?" Oliver from Speak Unique talks to the symposium about Health Monitoring using digital voice technology A crowd shot from inside the auditorium at the John McIntyre Conference Centre during the symposium.
October 9, 2025 at 3:15 PM
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Sunrises on the final day of "A Tribute to Euan MacDonald" - we're looking forward to another day of showcasing current research into motor neuron disease. @euansguide.com @cmvm-edinburghuni.bsky.social @ukdri.ac.uk
Sunrises in Edinburgh.
October 9, 2025 at 7:25 AM
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Thank you to all our guests who joined us as we celebrated our founder Euan MacDonald whose legacies continue to transform lives by pushing forward MND research, making the world more accessible, and giving people their voice @euansguide.com at SpeakUnique @mndsmart.bsky.social @ukdri.ac.uk
Social event at the Celebrating Euan MacDonald public event.
October 8, 2025 at 5:08 PM
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This afternoon’s “Celebrating Euan’s Legacy” public session will showcase the legacy of Euan MacDonald, whose vision has brought hope & helped transform lives.
. world class MND research @euanscentre.bsky.social
. disability access reviews @euansguide.com
. voicebanking technology at SpeakUnique
Auditorium set up for "Celebrating Euan's Legacy" public event.
October 8, 2025 at 12:48 PM
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We are looking forward to welcoming guests from across the UK and beyond to “A Tribute to Euan MacDonald” – a day to connect and honour a lasting legacy.
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The registration desk ready to welcome guests to "A Tribute to Euan MacDonald" symposium in Edinburgh
October 8, 2025 at 6:45 AM
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🔬Science belongs to everyone! It's always inspiring to see that by engaging the public with science, it not only builds understanding, but fuels interest in research & support for ongoing work - breaking down crucial barriers between labs & communities.
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Opening Doors to Science in Aberdeen
Sept 2025: Inspiring curiosity and connection through science at Aberdeen’s Doors Open Day.
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September 26, 2025 at 1:54 PM
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⌛ With just under a week until registration closes, there is still time!
Register before Monday 22nd Sept 9 am to join us for this special event in celebration of our founder, the late Euan MacDonald MBE.
Full details below⬇️
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euanscentre.bsky.social Euan MacDonald Centre for Motor Neuron Disease Research @euanscentre.bsky.social · Aug 27
🧵1/2 MND ACADEMIC RESEARCH EVENT
Join us in Edinburgh this October for a tribute to our founder, the late Euan MacDonald MBE.
Our academic symposium (8th & 9th Oct) will feature world-class speakers on MND/ALS research. Academics interested in this research are welcome to register. edin.ac/3VlZE8Y
Academic event: A Tribute to Euan MacDonald
A 1.5-day symposium showcasing current research into motor neuron disease, and a celebration of Euan's legacy, including Euan's Guide and SpeakUnique.
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September 16, 2025 at 1:43 PM
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What are the benefits for early career researchers in attending conferences?
In this short blog (~1 min reading time), Jade Lucas PhD student @edinburgh-uni.bsky.social shares her thoughts & experiences⬇
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MND EnCouRage UK 2025: More Than a Conference
Sept 2025: Jade Lucas, Edinburgh University PhD student shares her experiences of the MND EnCouRage UK 2025 conference.
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September 12, 2025 at 12:22 PM
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This is a lovely quick read at about 4mins, Jade's enthusiasm jumps off the page - we're feeling inspired! #science #sciencecommunication #scienceforall #PhD
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📑Read the science communication blog by Anne Rowling Clinic PhD student Jade Lucas. In her blog, Jade shares her enthusiasm & experience of science communication and engaging with our local community:
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Science Communication: Breaking down the barriers and opening opportunities for all | Anne Rowling Regenerative Neurology Clinic
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September 2, 2025 at 12:41 PM