Research
Here’s the latest research into epilepsy: http://www.ilae.org/Visitors/Centre/Class-Seizure.cfm.
Research
Epilepsy Research UK supports and promotes basic and clinical scientific research into the causes, treatments and prevention of epilepsy.
Publications
In early 2022 we commissioned research from Research Scotland analysing experiences of Epilepsy Specialist Nursing services during the COVID-19 pandemic. The full report can be found here.
Epilepsy Research
Epileptic Disorders : The journal of the International League Against Epilepsy
Epilepsy and Behaviour
Seizure : European Journal of Epilepsy
MedScape: Up-to-date medical information and the newest research – free registration required.
The PubMed database: Global database of all medical research published in listed journals.
Professional Bodies
Epilepsy Specialist Nurse Association ESNA
Membership of the International League Against Epilepsy British Chapter is open to all healthcare professionals in Great Britain with an interest in epilepsy
Scottish Intercollegiate Guidelines Network. Official guidelines for treatment in the NHS in Scotland
International Bureau for Epilepsy
Information and guidance for epilepsy for patients in England and Wales
Statistics
ISD provides health information, health intelligence, statistical services and advice that support the NHS in progressing quality improvement in health and care and facilitates robust planning and decision making.
Funding Sources
Before applying for any grant funding you need to ensure all licences and approvals are in place. Here are links to some regulatory bodies.
NIHR Attributing Revenue Costs
Website: http://www.crn.nihr.ac.uk/
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NHS Research & Development Forum
Website: http://www.rdforum.nhs.uk/
Contact details: Click here
Epilepsy Research UK
Website: https://www.epilepsyresearch.org.uk/research-scientists/
Contact details: Click here
Integrated Research Application System (IRAS)
Website: https://www.myresearchproject.org.uk/
Contact details: Click here
Home Office: Research and testing using animals
Website: https://www.gov.uk/research-and-testing-using-animals
External website links are provided for convenience and for information only; they do not constitute an endorsement by the Epilepsy Consortium Scotland.