Completed/ In Progress
As well as the projects underway, Brainwave has funded and supported a number of other research initiatives in recent years. Some of these are outlined below.
The Prevalence of Epilepsy in Ireland Study
The Prevalence of Epilepsy in Ireland Study, commissioned by Brainwave and conducted by the UCD Centre for Disability Studies is the first national epilepsy prevalence study undertaken anywhere in Europe. It identifies for the first time, accurate figures on the number of people with epilepsy in Ireland. » read more
National Study on Sudden Unexpected Death in Epilepsy
Initial results from population-based study of sudden unexpected death in epilepsy in the Republic of Ireland by Dr. Deirdre O'Rourke found 91 cases identified with a provisional diagnosis of probable or definite SUDEP. » read more
