J9Kirby Profile Banner
Prof Janine Kirby Profile
Prof Janine Kirby

@J9Kirby

Followers
1K
Following
9K
Media
379
Statuses
6K

Researcher & Lecturer at SITraN, University of Sheffield. Tweeting on MND/ALS, Neuroscience & Genomics

Sheffield
Joined September 2012
Don't wanna be here? Send us removal request.
@UKMNDRI
UK MND Research Institute
7 months
Many people with #MND are asking about ellorarxine. How are new drugs approved, and what does the evidence say about this research and drug? ๐Ÿ”ฌ We break down the drug development process and how weโ€™re working to speed it up. https://t.co/sujfugFuMW
Tweet card summary image
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...
0
12
16
@mndresearch
MND Research
8 months
๐Ÿ“ฃ Abstract submission is now open for #ENCALS 2025! ๐Ÿ“ฃ ๐Ÿ“Turin, Italy ๐Ÿ“† 3-6 June โฐ Deadline for abstract submission: 18 March, 5pm (CEST) More info โฌ‡๏ธ https://t.co/U7h4PTpLUB
encals.eu
Encals | European Network to Cure ALS
0
1
2
@grok
Grok
26 days
"A stylish woman in a beige coat walking confidently past a moving train at a modern train station." Create images and videos in seconds with Grok Imagine.
831
719
5K
@J9Kirby
Prof Janine Kirby
7 months
A great opportunity for early career researchers - find out more below ๐Ÿ‘‡
@mndresearch
MND Research
7 months
๐Ÿ’ฅ #MNDEnCouRageUK is back for 2025! ๐Ÿ’ฅ 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
Tweet media one
0
0
2
@UKMNDRI
UK MND Research Institute
7 months
๐ŸšจWe'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. ๐Ÿ”— Find out more ๐Ÿ‘‡
Tweet card summary image
ukmndri.org
EXPERTS-ALS is a ground-breaking initiative to accelerate the development of new treatments for amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS). Weโ€™re excited to showcase one of our flagship projects, the...
1
15
32
@APPGonMND
APPG on Motor Neurone Disease
9 months
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.
Tweet media one
1
23
28
@genomicsedu
Genomics Education
9 months
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 #genomics
0
4
9
@mndassoc
MND Association
9 months
๐ŸŒ Thatโ€™s 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.
0
8
31
@UKMNDRI
UK MND Research Institute
9 months
Exciting news! We've recruited the 1st patient for our #ALS Biomarkers Study. This project aims to better understand why #MND happens, what influences its progression, and how we might slow or stop it. We're thrilled to begin this vital work and discover new insights!๐Ÿ”ฌ
3
8
36
@longitude_prize
Longitude Prize on ALS
9 months
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
Tweet media one
0
7
27
@Munros4MND
๐Ÿ”๏ธ Paul @ Munros 4 MND ๐Ÿ”๏ธ
9 months
๐Ÿšจ FINAL CALL ๐Ÿšจ 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 ๐Ÿ’™๐Ÿ’› Thank you
Tweet media one
@Munros4MND
๐Ÿ”๏ธ Paul @ Munros 4 MND ๐Ÿ”๏ธ
9 months
IT'S THE FINAL COUNTDOWN... ๐Ÿ•— Please share ๐Ÿ™ 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...
Tweet media one
Tweet media two
Tweet media three
Tweet media four
0
12
27
@Munros4MND
๐Ÿ”๏ธ Paul @ Munros 4 MND ๐Ÿ”๏ธ
9 months
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! ๐Ÿ˜ https://t.co/LSCv03cn9B
Tweet media one
Tweet media two
@Munros4MND
๐Ÿ”๏ธ Paul @ Munros 4 MND ๐Ÿ”๏ธ
9 months
IT'S THE FINAL COUNTDOWN... ๐Ÿ•— Please share ๐Ÿ™ 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...
Tweet media one
Tweet media two
Tweet media three
Tweet media four
0
4
3
@UKMNDRI
UK MND Research Institute
9 months
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:
Tweet card summary image
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...
0
5
22
@longitude_prize
Longitude Prize on ALS
9 months
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
Tweet media one
0
4
9
@UKMNDRI
UK MND Research Institute
9 months
We're in Montreal, attending the #alsmndsymp - where we'll be learning about the latest updates in #ALS/#MND research from across the world.๐ŸŒŽ Are you attending and fancy a chat? Come and say "Salut!" to us at Booth 15. See you there!๐Ÿค
Tweet media one
0
10
25
@shefunihealth
Faculty of Health | University of Sheffield
9 months
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.
Tweet card summary image
open.spotify.com
The Sheffield MedSoc Podcast ยท Episode
0
2
2
@UKMNDRI
UK MND Research Institute
10 months
RESEARCH NEWS๐Ÿšจ #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 here๐Ÿ‘‡ https://t.co/zSZpm22QwC
Tweet card summary image
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...
1
8
24
@MNDoddie5
My Name'5 Doddie Foundation
10 months
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 ๐Ÿ‘‡ https://t.co/ap6jHXIpXj
Tweet media one
2
22
85
@shefunihealth
Faculty of Health | University of Sheffield
10 months
๐ŸŽ“ 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.
0
4
2
@UKMNDRI
UK MND Research Institute
11 months
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. โœTake the survey: https://t.co/1DEJdlGv2M
Tweet media one
0
3
7
@UKMNDRI
UK MND Research Institute
11 months
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.๐Ÿ“ฃ Apply here below๐Ÿ‘‡
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 NIHRโ€™s remit for personal awards.
0
4
5