Our partners

We work alongside leading academic institutions, healthcare providers, charities, and industry partners to advance brain research and improve outcomes for patients.

The University of Manchester

The University of Manchester is renowned for its research and innovation across various disciplines. Through collaboration and interdisciplinary approaches, the University drives advancements in knowledge and addresses global challenges. From medical breakthroughs to technological innovations, The University contributes to societal progress and improvement. With a focus on excellence in education and research, the University remains committed to making a significant impact on society and shaping the future.

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Northern Care Alliance NHS Foundation Trust (NCA)

Northern Care Alliance NHS Foundation Trust (NCA) is one of England’s largest NHS providers, delivering hospital and community healthcare services to over one million people across Salford, Oldham, Rochdale, and Bury.

It is home to the Manchester Centre for Clinical Neurosciences (MCCN), which is based at Salford Royal Hospital, and is recognised as one of the world’s largest neuroscience units. MCCN provides outstanding clinical care across a wide range of specialties, including neurology, neurosurgery, neuropsychology, stroke medicine and spinal surgery.

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Alongside our close partnership with NCA, we work with other NHS Trusts and healthcare organisations across Greater Manchester to support collaborative research, education and improvements in patient care.

NorthCare Charity

NorthCare Charity is the official NHS charity for NCA, supporting hospitals and community services across Bury, Oldham, Rochdale and Salford. Through generous donations and community fundraising, NorthCare goes beyond the scope of NHS funding. Whether it’s funding our cutting-edge brain tumour research, supporting dementia services or enabling life-changing clinical trials, NorthCare ensures that every pound raised for our centre makes a tangible difference.

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Skull Base Foundation

The Skull Base Foundation is a collaboration between the Manchester Skull Base Unit, Frances Barbara Thornley Trust and the Geoffrey Jefferson Brain Research Centre. It aims to support development in the care of patients with skull base disease through education, and clinical and basic science research.

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Natalie Kate Moss Trust (NKMT)

The Natalie Kate Moss Trust (NKMT) is a Manchester-based charity dedicated to preventing brain haemorrhages and funding life-saving research into their treatment.

Founded in 2012 after the sudden death of Natalie Moss at age 26, the Trust partners with The University of Manchester to support our brain haemorrhage research. Its mission is to raise awareness of lifestyle-related risk factors, particularly high blood pressure, and to fund innovative treatments that improve survival and recovery outcomes for haemorrhagic stroke patients.

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Cure NF2 Foundation

Cure NF2 Foundation is a global non-profit organisation dedicated to finding a cure for neurofibromatosis type 2 (NF2), a rare genetic disorder that causes tumours to grow throughout the nervous system.

Founded by families affected by NF2, the charity supports research into gene therapy, immunotherapy, and cell-based treatments. Through strategic partnerships with institutions such as ours, NF2 BioSolutions funds PhD students, supports translational research, and champions public engagement to raise awareness and accelerate therapeutic breakthroughs.

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Manchester Cancer Research Centre (MCRC)

The MCRC is a world-leading research partnership coordinating and driving research from the laboratory to the clinic. The MCRC leverages its founding partners: The University of Manchester, Cancer Research UK and The Christie NHS Foundation Trust. Each founding partner supports key pillars of cancer research and innovation in Manchester.

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Manchester Rare Conditions Centre (MRCC)

The Manchester Rare Conditions Centre (MRCC) is dedicated to improving the lives of people and families affected by rare conditions. Bringing together expertise from healthcare, research, education and advocacy, the MRCC creates an integrated network that advances diagnosis, treatment and understanding of rare conditions, with particular strength in neurological and neurodevelopmental disorders.

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NIHR Manchester Biomedical Research Centre (BRC)

The NIHR Manchester Biomedical Research Centre (BRC) focuses on converting scientific discoveries into diagnostic tests and treatments. Collaborating with world-class researchers, the Manchester BRC aims to drive health improvements and lasting change through proactive research. Its research areas include cancer, inflammation, high-burden under-researched conditions and disease complexity, with a focus on precision medicine and next-generation therapeutics.

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