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13 research proposals received under latest funding call
We are delighted to have received 13 research proposals as part of our latest Research Funding Call.
Research Request - Help support research on Post-Traumatic Epilepsy
FutureNeuro are seeking people living with post traumatic epilepsy, or their families/carers to join their panel to help guide their continuing research
Sodium Valproate Inquiry Update
A strategic awareness campaign has commenced since the 11th August with the aim of achieving a high level of participation in the recently established Sodium Valproate Inquiry.
Annual Redistribution of Topirimate(Topamax) Patient Information Materials
As part of the continuing efforts to reduce the risks associated with the anti-seizure medication (ASM), Topirimate (Topamax), the Health Products Regulatory Authority (HPRA) have recently reissued patient information materials and reminders to prescribers and pharmacists about their obligations under the Pregnancy Prevention Programme (PPP) and risk reduction measures associated with the medication.
Research request: Body Awareness and Emotional Regulation in Epilepsy
Researchers at Trinity College Dublin are inviting adults with epilepsy in Ireland to take part in a study exploring the link between interoception (how we sense internal body signals, like our heartbeat) and emotional regulation.
Epilepsy Ireland AGM – Update
Epilepsy Ireland’s Annual General Meeting (AGM) takes place this evening (Monday 8th Sept) at 6pm via Zoom.
Due to a technical issue, the original link circulated to all members three weeks ago has expired and no longer works. Members have been issued with a new link for the meeting this morning by email.
If you are a member of Epilepsy Ireland and you were planning to attend the AGM, please check your email for the updated link.
EI funded study published on the microbiome and Autoimmune Encephalitis
With our Research Funding call recently launched, it is fantastic to see a previously funded project featured in Epilepsia!
Epilepsy Ireland publish 2024 Annual Report
Look back on how we continued our journey towards a society where no person's life is limited by epilepsy in 2024.
Back to school with Epilepsy Ireland
Whether parents, children and schools alike can believe it or not - it is back to school season! At Epilepsy Ireland, we regularly support parents supporting children with the condition with the return to school, as well as schools themselves who may be seeking to learn more about a condition which affects over 10,000 children in Ireland.