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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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⭐️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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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.
@euansguide.com @mndsmart.bsky.social @ukdri.ac.uk @cmvm-edinburghuni.bsky.social
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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On May 25th, our runners tackled the Edinburgh Half Marathon or Marathon Relay, raising funds for #MND research. Thanks to their effort & YOUR support, we’re making strides towards better treatments.

You can still donate today: justgiving.com/campaign/emf...

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June 5, 2025 at 10:44 AM
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TOMORROW is race day! 🏃‍♂️💙 Our runners have trained, fundraised, and dedicated themselves to this cause—let’s show them our support! Every donation helps fuel MND research!

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#RaceDayTomorrow #RunForMND #EuanMacDonaldCentre #EMF
David Thomson, standing outside wearing a Euan MacDonald Centre T-shirt and doing a double thumbs up!
May 24, 2025 at 11:52 AM
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In the lead-up to #EdinburghMarathonFestival, the team hit the ground running at Edinburgh & Lochend Woods (Dunbar) parkruns!

Before & after the run, we donned lab coats & shared our mission to tackle MND.

Huge thanks to everyone who stopped by and showed support 💙

#parkrun
Four people wearing lab coats and Euan MacDonald Centre T-shirts, are standing outside and holding up large boards about the Euan MacDonald Centre and their fundraising efforts.
May 13, 2025 at 11:01 AM
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Our runners have trained hard, and the Edinburgh Half Marathon is just THREE WEEKS away! 🏃‍♂️💙

Let’s show them we’re behind them every step of the way! Donate today!

🔗 www.justgiving.com/campaign/emf...

#RunForMND #EuanMacDonaldCentre #3WeeksToGo
Three people, wearing Euan MacDonald Centre T-shirts, smiling as they run through a park.
May 8, 2025 at 1:47 PM
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3 WEEKS TO GO! ⏳ Let’s give our runners one final push! Your donation could fund research into new treatments for #MND #ALS. Let’s do this! 💙

🔗 www.justgiving.com/campaign/emc...

#3WeeksToGo #RunForMND #MNDResearch
A group of 11 people, wearing running gear and Euan MacDonald Centre T-shirts, smiling and arm-in-arm after completing a race.
May 5, 2025 at 12:14 PM
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🏃‍♀️ Amy Stenson is running the Edinburgh Marathon Relay to fund groundbreaking MND research with @EuansCentre. As part of the #MNDSMART trial team, she knows just how vital your support is. 💙

Donate & read her story 👉 justgiving.com/campaign/emf...

#MND #EMF2025
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Amy (pictured far left) with her Marathon relay team-mates.
May 1, 2025 at 1:53 PM
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1 MONTH TO GO! ⏳ The finish line is getting closer, but there’s still time to support MND research. Join us in funding ground breaking research—every donation counts! 💙

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#1MonthToGo #RunForMND #FundMNDResearch #EMF
4 people wearing light blue Euan MacDonald Centre T-shirts are running through a park.
April 22, 2025 at 1:16 PM
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David Thomson has dedicated 40+ years to nursing & MND care—now he’s running the Edinburgh Half Marathon to raise funds for research. Let’s help him make an even bigger impact! 💙

Find out more: www.euanmacdonaldcentre.org/support-us/s...
David Thomson, standing outside wearing a Euan MacDonald Centre T-shirt and doing a double thumbs up!
April 17, 2025 at 12:15 PM
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5 weeks to go! The countdown is getting real! Every mile run in the Edinburgh Half Marathon is another step toward better understanding of, and treatments for, #MND #ALS. Support our runners today & help make a difference! 🏃‍♂️💙

🔗 www.justgiving.com/campaign/emf...

#RunForMND #EMF
Five fundraising runners are wearing Euan MacDonald t-shirts and participation medals after completing a challenge, they're all smiling at the camera
April 14, 2025 at 12:57 PM
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Meet Graeme! He’s running in memory of his uncle and for everyone affected by motor neuron disease (MND). As a researcher, he sees first hand the impact of funding—let’s help him raise more for funds for vital research.

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Graeme Barry, Edinburgh Marathon Festival runner for the Euan MacDonald Centre, smiling and wearing a Euan MacDonald Centre T-shirt.
April 10, 2025 at 11:55 AM
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Less than 6 weeks to go! 🏃‍♂️ Our runners are training hard, but they can’t do this alone! Let’s show them our support by donating to MND research. Every step they take is for better outcomes for people with #MND #ALS! 💙

🔗 www.justgiving.com/campaign/emf...

#RunForMND #EMF
Euan MacDonald Centre runners at the Edinburgh Marathon Festival
April 8, 2025 at 11:00 AM
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Meet David Brook! Inspired by his grandfather’s battle with motor neuron disease (MND), he’s running the Edinburgh Half Marathon to support vital #MND #ALS research. Every donation brings us closer to new treatments.
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David Brook, running in a race
April 4, 2025 at 3:52 PM
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Why is research so crucial in the fight against MND/ALS? Researchers at The Euan MacDonald Centre are testing treatments in clinical trials. Support our runners at the #EMF & donate today to help fund our research.

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#MNDResearch
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Researchers at the Euan MacDonald Centre analysing data on screens
April 3, 2025 at 4:32 PM
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The countdown begins! It’s less than 8 weeks until the Edinburgh Marathon where our runners are taking on the challenge to support motor neuron disease #MND research. Let’s help them reach their fundraising goals! 💙
Donate here: www.justgiving.com/campaign/emc...
A woman and two men, wearing light blue Euan MacDonald Centre-branded T-shirts, are smiling as they run side by side through a park.
April 2, 2025 at 4:26 PM
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We'd like to take this opportunity to wish our amazing supporters, fundraisers, donors, @EuansCentre
members, and all our friends a peaceful winter break. Thanks also to all lab staff who go that extra mile making sure everything is being well looked after! Grateful thanks🙏
A young female researcher working at a microscope. There is a light blue surround that contains the Euan MacDonald Centre logo and a festive motif.
December 23, 2024 at 6:25 PM
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🎓PhD Scheme open to applications! 🎓

Join our network of #MND #ALS #SMA researchers across Scotland!

We offer funded 3.5yr studentships in world-class labs. This year there's a choice of 4 projects at #EdinburghUni.

Info & apply euanmacdonaldcentre.org/phd-scheme
A young female researcher wearing a lab coat and blue gloves, pipetting in a laboratory.
December 19, 2024 at 12:00 PM
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Delighted to have awarded registration bursaries to
Euan MacDonald Centre early-career members from across our Scottish network to attend the @mndassoc.bsky.social #alsmndsymp in Montreal.
Presentations & posters: Andrea, Marcus, Stella, Harriet
Hannah, Isaac.
More info➡️https://edin.ac/3BowXBS
A picture taken at the ALS/MND Symposium in Montreal. The photograph is of 5 of the early career researchers who were awarded registration bursaries to attend. They are standing in a foyer with the M N D Association banner.
December 10, 2024 at 2:19 PM