Epilepsy Research Funding Available
Brainwave The Irish Epilepsy Association announces new research funding scheme
November 5th 2008
Brainwave The Irish Epilepsy Association has today announced that the charity is currently inviting proposals for funding under their new research funding scheme. Under the initiative, grants of up to €50,000 per annum for a maximum of three years will be made available for appropriate epilepsy research projects.
“The scheme embodies our ongoing commitment to encouraging and supporting research into epilepsy in Ireland”, said Mike Glynn, Brainwave’s CEO. “We welcome proposals from investigators on any aspect of epilepsy but we would particularly welcome proposals in the areas of psychosocial aspects of epilepsy; Sudden Unexpected Death in Epilepsy (SUDEP); the effects of switching between generic and branded anti-epilepsy drugs; and epilepsy in teenagers.”
The aim of the scheme is to help improve understanding of the condition, its management and its effects both at home and internationally and to drive further research into what is an often misunderstood and stigmatised condition.
Proposals received by Brainwave will undergo a rigorous and competitive peer review process by Brainwave’s Research Peer Review Board, chaired by Professor David Chadwick from The Walton Centre for Neurology and Neurosurgery in Liverpool. Proposals which best meet Brainwave’s assessment criteria will be submitted for consideration under the Joint Funding Scheme operated by the Medical Research Charities Group & the Health Research Board.
The closing date for receipt of completed proposals is March 1st 2009. For further information on the application process, see the Research section on Brainwave’s website, www.epilepsy.ie or contact 01 4557500.
About Brainwave
Epilepsy is the most common serious neurological condition, affecting 35,000 people in Ireland.
Founded in 1967, Brainwave is the only organisation in Ireland offering information and support to people whose lives are affected by epilepsy. These services are provided through head office in Dublin and through nine regional offices. Brainwave also provides information and advice to health professionals, actively attempts to improve public understanding of epilepsy and supports Irish research into epilepsy. For more information about the services provided by the charity around the country, see www.epilepsy.ie.
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Further Information
Contact Peter Murphy
Brainwave Resources Manager
086 8108600