Brain tumour survivor inspired to become cancer researcher
Being diagnosed with a brain tumour at the age of 12 had life-changing effects on Emma Hall – but it also inspired her to become a cancer researcher and a Young Ambassador for The Brain Tumour Charity.
Pioneering brain tumour trial treats patients before surgery
The Christie NHS Foundation Trust in Manchester is leading a groundbreaking clinical trial that could transform the treatment of glioblastoma, the most aggressive and deadly form of brain cancer. Known as PORTRAIT, the trial is recruiting newly diagnosed patients to explore whether treatment can begin immediately after diagnosis—before surgery and radiotherapy—using an innovative, non-invasive technology.
The Brain Fix – Episode 3 – The Jeff
The third episode of The Brain Fix podcast series is talking all things Jeff!
In this episode, Professors David Brough and Omar Pathmanaban discuss the Geoffrey Jefferson Brain Research Centre, also known as The Jeff. David and Omar are joined by The Jeff co-directors Professors Stuart Allan and Andrew King who discuss the development, goals and future of our translational neuroscience centre.
Manchester Epilepsy Research Network Joins Geoffrey Jefferson Brain Research Centre
We are delighted to announce that the Manchester Epilepsy Research Network (MERN) has joined the Centre as a new epilepsy research theme.
Highlights from Brain Health Day 2025
Brain Health Day successfully united researchers, medical professionals, and the public for a day dedicated to brain health awareness and education. Supported by the ARUK North West Network, attendees had the opportunity to learn about brain diseases such as stroke, dementia, Parkinson’s disease, and brain tumours.
Rare Disease Day: PhD Student is advancing research and support for NF2-SWN in Manchester
Rare Disease Day is a pivotal time to raise awareness and support for those living with rare conditions such as Neurofibromatosis type 2-related Schwannomatosis (NF2-SWN). Read about the research that NF2BioSolutions funded PhD student Reygn Done is working on…
Join us for Brain Health Day on Saturday 15 March 2025
Join us on Saturday 15 March at Friends’ Meeting House in Manchester City Centre for an enlightening day dedicated to brain health. Discover more about brain diseases such as stroke, dementia, brain tumours and Parkinson’s disease including a special screening of The Parkinson’s Project. The event is free to attend and open to the public – everyone is welcome.
The Brain Fix – A New Neuroscience Podcast
Tune into the brand-new podcast series from the Division of Neuroscience at The University of Manchester and the Geoffrey Jefferson Brain Research Centre, where we explore all things neuroscience! If you’re curious about how the brain works, want insights into the world of neuroscience, or you’re interested in our efforts to treat brain diseases, then this is the podcast for you!
Advancing Pediatric Brain Cancer Research
Lindonlight Collective has awarded $1.97 million to our Chair of Translational Neuro-Oncology Professor Petra Hamerlik for her pioneering work on pediatric low-grade gliomas.
Professor Pippa Tyrrell MBE
It is with enormous sadness that we announce the death of Professor Pippa Tyrrell, emeritus Professor of Stroke Medicine at the University of Manchester and retired consultant in stroke medicine at Salford Royal
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