
Prof Janine Kirby
@J9Kirby
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Researcher & Lecturer at SITraN, University of Sheffield. Tweeting on MND/ALS, Neuroscience & Genomics
Sheffield
Joined September 2012
Many people with #MND are asking about ellorarxine. How are new drugs approved, and what does the evidence say about this research and drug? ๐ฌ We break down the drug development process and how weโre working to speed it up. https://t.co/sujfugFuMW
ukmndri.org
Why this statement? As neurologists specialising in the care of people living with motor neuron disease, we are receiving increasing enquiries about a drug called ellorarxine. Many of our patients...
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๐ฃ Abstract submission is now open for #ENCALS 2025! ๐ฃ ๐Turin, Italy ๐ 3-6 June โฐ Deadline for abstract submission: 18 March, 5pm (CEST) More info โฌ๏ธ https://t.co/U7h4PTpLUB
encals.eu
Encals | European Network to Cure ALS
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A great opportunity for early career researchers - find out more below ๐
๐ฅ #MNDEnCouRageUK is back for 2025! ๐ฅ Aiming to support #MND #ALS early career researchers through workshops and networking, the event also aims to bring the community together with people affected by MND joining us on day 2. More info โฌ๏ธ https://t.co/6lWg91sarT
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๐จWe're working to accelerate the development of new treatments for #ALS. Read more about how our pioneering study, EXPERTS-ALS, aims to rapidly screen potential drugs for evidence that they can slow progression in people with ALS. ๐ Find out more ๐
ukmndri.org
EXPERTS-ALS is a ground-breaking initiative to accelerate the development of new treatments for amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS). Weโre excited to showcase one of our flagship projects, the...
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The APPG on Motor Neurone Disease would like to better understand the current issues affecting the #MND community. If you're living with, affected by or caring for somebody with MND, please take a minute to complete this survey โฌ๏ธ https://t.co/z7UvdW9m9B Please share.
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Epi-what now? Get to grips with the basics of #epigenetics, from what it is and how it works to its impact in #healthcare, with our handy bitesize resource: https://t.co/x43Ny7inZA
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๐ Thatโs a wrap on the 35th International Symposium on ALS/MND! Over the past few days, researchers, healthcare professionals, and advocates from around the globe came together to share groundbreaking insights and advancements in the fight against MND.
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Huge shout out to our incredible partners making the #LongitudePrizeALS possible. The Prize will bring together AI experts, data scientists, researchers and clinicians to drive innovation in #ALS drug discovery. Partnerships are key! #innovation #neurodegeneration #data #AI #MND
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๐จ FINAL CALL ๐จ Bidding closes at 8pm tonight, so don't hesitate! https://t.co/LSCv03cUZ9 All reserve prices have been met, so everything will sell! All proceeds are going to The My Name'5 Doddie Foundation to help realise their vision of a world free of MND ๐๐ Thank you
IT'S THE FINAL COUNTDOWN... ๐ Please share ๐ Our auction in aid of The My Name'5 Doddie Foundation closes at 8PM TOMORROW (Sunday)! https://t.co/LSCv03cn9B Still plenty of items at very reasonable prices! These are just some of the amazing lots on offer for Rugby fans...
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With less than 24hrs to go in our auction in aid of The My Name'5 Doddie Foundation, we have just added another incredible lot: - Royal Troon signed print by William Dobbie - Bottle of Loch Lomond "The Open" Special Edition Whisky A perfect pairing! ๐ https://t.co/LSCv03cn9B
IT'S THE FINAL COUNTDOWN... ๐ Please share ๐ Our auction in aid of The My Name'5 Doddie Foundation closes at 8PM TOMORROW (Sunday)! https://t.co/LSCv03cn9B Still plenty of items at very reasonable prices! These are just some of the amazing lots on offer for Golfers...
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We are delighted to announce that Dr @AlfredoIacoange was awarded the esteemed Paulo Gontijo Award at the opening of the Montreal 32nd International #ALS/#MND Symposium. This global accolade celebrates excellence in MND research. Read more here:
ukmndri.org
Dr. Alfredo Iacoangeli has been awarded the prestigious Paulo Gontijo Award, recognising his vital contributions to MND research. We are delighted to announce that Dr Alfredo Iacoangeli was awarded...
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Are you interested in #ALS drug discovery? Come speak to our team at Booth 14 #alsmndsymp on how you can enter the new #LongitudePrizeALS coming 2025. We also have jelly brains... https://t.co/sjghqgQldn
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We're in Montreal, attending the #alsmndsymp - where we'll be learning about the latest updates in #ALS/#MND research from across the world.๐ Are you attending and fancy a chat? Come and say "Salut!" to us at Booth 15. See you there!๐ค
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Have a listen to the latest episode of @SheffieldMedSoc's new podcast! Student Sshaheryar Chishty speaks to the Dean of the School of Medicine and Population Health Mark Strong about topics such as diversity in medical education and advice for exams.
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The Sheffield MedSoc Podcast ยท Episode
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RESEARCH NEWS๐จ #Tofersen, a drug shown to slow progression of #SOD1-MND, is closer to approval in the UK. NICE has reconsidered its evaluation process after calls from the #MND community, offering renewed hope. Read more here๐ https://t.co/zSZpm22QwC
ukmndri.org
Tofersen, a drug shown to slow the progression of SOD1-MND, is closer to approval following a successful campaign by the MND community. Motor neuron disease (MND) is a progressive neurological...
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Tofersen, a breakthrough drug for people with the form of motor neuron disease caused by genetic changes in the SOD1 gene, is now a step closer to being approved, following a change in how NICE will assess the treatment. More details ๐ https://t.co/ap6jHXIpXj
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๐ Interested in postgraduate study? Join us on 27th November for our online open day Explore subject talks, learn about life at Sheffield, and get application tips. Plus, University of Sheffield alumni can enjoy up to 20% off fees! Register now:
sheffield.ac.uk
Our online open days are your opportunity to find out more about masters study at the University of Sheffield.
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We're supporting our partner, @lifearc1, to better understand the challenges of living with #MND to guide the development of new technologies that improve quality of life. โTake the survey: https://t.co/1DEJdlGv2M
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The next round of @mndassoc/@NIHRcommunity capacity-building schemes is opening on 16 October for the NIHR MND Association Doctoral Fellowship, which is part of the NIHR Doctoral Fellowship Round 13 funding opportunity.๐ฃ Apply here below๐
nihr.ac.uk
Theย NIHRย Doctoral Fellowship is a three year full-time award that supports individuals to undertake a PhD in an area of research within theย NIHRโs remit for personal awards.
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