Our history

In 1971, Brain Research Trust was established to raise funds to support research at London's Institute of Neurology.

The charity had remarkable early success in attracting some major donations that enabled the creation of new academic posts, around which were shaped new research departments. We funded wide-ranging research into many different neurological conditions, as well as providing support for capital projects and infrastructure costs.

By 2016, we had provided funds of £40 million to support research and infrastructure at the Institute of Neurology. The decision was taken to broaden our geographical remit to enable us to fund research across the whole of the UK and we re-launched as Brain Research UK in 2017.

In 2021, we celebrate 50 years since the inception of Brain Research Trust. We have now invested £54 million in projects, people and infrastructure to help advance understanding of neurological conditions, to help people live better, longer.

Our
milestones

1971

1971

1971

1971

Old logo of Brain Research Trust

Brain Research Trust is registered at the Charity Commission, to support research and investigation at the Institute of Neurology, Queen Square, London into diseases of the nervous system.

Old logo of Brain Research Trust
1971
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Brain Research Trust is registered at the Charity Commission, to support research and investigation at the Institute of Neurology, Queen Square, London into diseases of the nervous system.

1971
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Brain Research Trust is registered at the Charity Commission, to support research and investigation at the Institute of Neurology, Queen Square, London into diseases of the nervous system.

1971
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Brain Research Trust is registered at the Charity Commission, to support research and investigation at the Institute of Neurology, Queen Square, London into diseases of the nervous system.

1971
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Brain Research Trust is registered at the Charity Commission, to support research and investigation at the Institute of Neurology, Queen Square, London into diseases of the nervous system.

1973

1973

1973

1973

Artist's impression shows amyloid plaques forming between neurons

A £250,000 donation from the Miriam Marks Charitable Trust creates an endowment to fund research into dementia and brain degeneration in the Miriam Marks Department of Neurochemistry.

Artist's impression shows amyloid plaques forming between neurons
1973
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A £250,000 donation from the Miriam Marks Charitable Trust creates an endowment to fund research into dementia and brain degeneration in the Miriam Marks Department of Neurochemistry.

1973
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A £250,000 donation from the Miriam Marks Charitable Trust creates an endowment to fund research into dementia and brain degeneration in the Miriam Marks Department of Neurochemistry.

1973
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A £250,000 donation from the Miriam Marks Charitable Trust creates an endowment to fund research into dementia and brain degeneration in the Miriam Marks Department of Neurochemistry.

1973
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A £250,000 donation from the Miriam Marks Charitable Trust creates an endowment to fund research into dementia and brain degeneration in the Miriam Marks Department of Neurochemistry.

1975

1975

1975

1975

Dr Tom Sears

The Sobell Fund is established, following a donation of £250,000 from Sir Michael Sobell, to support a new Chair of Neurophysiology.

Dr Tom Sears
1975
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The Sobell Fund is established, following a donation of £250,000 from Sir Michael Sobell, to support a new Chair of Neurophysiology.

1975
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The Sobell Fund is established, following a donation of £250,000 from Sir Michael Sobell, to support a new Chair of Neurophysiology.

1975
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The Sobell Fund is established, following a donation of £250,000 from Sir Michael Sobell, to support a new Chair of Neurophysiology.

1975
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The Sobell Fund is established, following a donation of £250,000 from Sir Michael Sobell, to support a new Chair of Neurophysiology.

1975

1975

1975

1975

Valentine Logue

Professor Valentine Logue (left) is appointed to the ‘Gough Cooper Chair of Neurological Surgery’, endowed with a bequest of £300,000 from the estate of Mr Gough Cooper.

Valentine Logue
1975
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Professor Valentine Logue (left) is appointed to the ‘Gough Cooper Chair of Neurological Surgery’, endowed with a bequest of £300,000 from the estate of Mr Gough Cooper.

1975
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Professor Valentine Logue (left) is appointed to the ‘Gough Cooper Chair of Neurological Surgery’, endowed with a bequest of £300,000 from the estate of Mr Gough Cooper.

1975
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Professor Valentine Logue (left) is appointed to the ‘Gough Cooper Chair of Neurological Surgery’, endowed with a bequest of £300,000 from the estate of Mr Gough Cooper.

1975
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Professor Valentine Logue (left) is appointed to the ‘Gough Cooper Chair of Neurological Surgery’, endowed with a bequest of £300,000 from the estate of Mr Gough Cooper.

1982

1982

1982

1982

£1m

Research grants awarded to date total £1 million.

£1m
1982
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Research grants awarded to date total £1 million.

1982
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Research grants awarded to date total £1 million.

1982
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Research grants awarded to date total £1 million.

1982
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Research grants awarded to date total £1 million.

1994

1994

1994

1994

Illustration with Mortar Board hat and number 1

The first Brain Research Trust PhD studentships are awarded, to Chris Clark and Helen Doheny, for research focused on magnetic resonance techniques and antiepileptic drugs respectively.

Illustration with Mortar Board hat and number 1
1994
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The first Brain Research Trust PhD studentships are awarded, to Chris Clark and Helen Doheny, for research focused on magnetic resonance techniques and antiepileptic drugs respectively.

1994
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The first Brain Research Trust PhD studentships are awarded, to Chris Clark and Helen Doheny, for research focused on magnetic resonance techniques and antiepileptic drugs respectively.

1994
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The first Brain Research Trust PhD studentships are awarded, to Chris Clark and Helen Doheny, for research focused on magnetic resonance techniques and antiepileptic drugs respectively.

1994
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The first Brain Research Trust PhD studentships are awarded, to Chris Clark and Helen Doheny, for research focused on magnetic resonance techniques and antiepileptic drugs respectively.

1995

1995

1995

1995

Functional magnetic resonance imaging (fMRI), Source: arselectronica, flickr.com

We receive our biggest ever donation: £3.6 million from the estate of the late Leopold Muller. These funds are used to establish an endowment to support new neuroimaging facilities at the Institute of Neurology.

Functional magnetic resonance imaging (fMRI), Source: arselectronica, flickr.com
1995
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We receive our biggest ever donation: £3.6 million from the estate of the late Leopold Muller. These funds are used to establish an endowment to support new neuroimaging facilities at the Institute of Neurology.

1995
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We receive our biggest ever donation: £3.6 million from the estate of the late Leopold Muller. These funds are used to establish an endowment to support new neuroimaging facilities at the Institute of Neurology.

1995
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We receive our biggest ever donation: £3.6 million from the estate of the late Leopold Muller. These funds are used to establish an endowment to support new neuroimaging facilities at the Institute of Neurology.

1995
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We receive our biggest ever donation: £3.6 million from the estate of the late Leopold Muller. These funds are used to establish an endowment to support new neuroimaging facilities at the Institute of Neurology.

1995

1995

1995

1995

Illustration of motor neuron

A gift from the Will of Miss Eileen Watts is used to set up the Watts Fund in memory of her brother Graeme, for research into motor neurone disease.

Illustration of motor neuron
1995
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A gift from the Will of Miss Eileen Watts is used to set up the Watts Fund in memory of her brother Graeme, for research into motor neurone disease.

1995
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A gift from the Will of Miss Eileen Watts is used to set up the Watts Fund in memory of her brother Graeme, for research into motor neurone disease.

1995
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A gift from the Will of Miss Eileen Watts is used to set up the Watts Fund in memory of her brother Graeme, for research into motor neurone disease.

1995
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A gift from the Will of Miss Eileen Watts is used to set up the Watts Fund in memory of her brother Graeme, for research into motor neurone disease.

1996

1996

1996

1996

£10m

Research grants awarded to date total £10 million.

£10m
1996
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Research grants awarded to date total £10 million.

1996
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Research grants awarded to date total £10 million.

1996
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Research grants awarded to date total £10 million.

1996
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Research grants awarded to date total £10 million.

1996

1996

1996

1996

Functional magnetic resonance imaging (fMRI), Source: arselectronica, flickr.com

The Leopold Muller Functional Imaging Laboratory opens, bringing together an interdisciplinary group of neuroscientists to exploit rapidly evolving brain imaging technology to answer key biological questions about cognition.

Functional magnetic resonance imaging (fMRI), Source: arselectronica, flickr.com
1996
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The Leopold Muller Functional Imaging Laboratory opens, bringing together an interdisciplinary group of neuroscientists to exploit rapidly evolving brain imaging technology to answer key biological questions about cognition.

1996
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The Leopold Muller Functional Imaging Laboratory opens, bringing together an interdisciplinary group of neuroscientists to exploit rapidly evolving brain imaging technology to answer key biological questions about cognition.

1996
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The Leopold Muller Functional Imaging Laboratory opens, bringing together an interdisciplinary group of neuroscientists to exploit rapidly evolving brain imaging technology to answer key biological questions about cognition.

1996
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The Leopold Muller Functional Imaging Laboratory opens, bringing together an interdisciplinary group of neuroscientists to exploit rapidly evolving brain imaging technology to answer key biological questions about cognition.

1999

1999

1999

1999

Linda Greensmith

Dr Linda Greensmith is appointed Graeme Watts Senior Research Fellow, funded by the Watts Fund, to lead a new programme of work focused on motor neurone disease.

Linda Greensmith
1999
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Dr Linda Greensmith is appointed Graeme Watts Senior Research Fellow, funded by the Watts Fund, to lead a new programme of work focused on motor neurone disease.

1999
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Dr Linda Greensmith is appointed Graeme Watts Senior Research Fellow, funded by the Watts Fund, to lead a new programme of work focused on motor neurone disease.

1999
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Dr Linda Greensmith is appointed Graeme Watts Senior Research Fellow, funded by the Watts Fund, to lead a new programme of work focused on motor neurone disease.

1999
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Dr Linda Greensmith is appointed Graeme Watts Senior Research Fellow, funded by the Watts Fund, to lead a new programme of work focused on motor neurone disease.

2000

2000

2000

2000

Logo of the Association of Medical Research Charities

We join the Association of Medical Research Charities (AMRC) to ensure the highest standards of rigour in our grant-making process.

Logo of the Association of Medical Research Charities
2000
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We join the Association of Medical Research Charities (AMRC) to ensure the highest standards of rigour in our grant-making process.

2000
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We join the Association of Medical Research Charities (AMRC) to ensure the highest standards of rigour in our grant-making process.

2000
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We join the Association of Medical Research Charities (AMRC) to ensure the highest standards of rigour in our grant-making process.

2000
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We join the Association of Medical Research Charities (AMRC) to ensure the highest standards of rigour in our grant-making process.

2001

2001

2001

2001

Artistic impression of the brain showing neuronal activity, Source: DARPA

Mrs Lyn Rothman starts the Parkinson’s Appeal to raise funds to enable research into deep brain stimulation (DBS) as a treatment for the symptoms of Parkinson's disease. Supported by these funds, the Functional Neurosurgery Unit at the Institute of Neurology is established in 2003 and pioneers the use of DBS in movement disorders.

Artistic impression of the brain showing neuronal activity, Source: DARPA
2001
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Mrs Lyn Rothman starts the Parkinson’s Appeal to raise funds to enable research into deep brain stimulation (DBS) as a treatment for the symptoms of Parkinson's disease. Supported by these funds, the Functional Neurosurgery Unit at the Institute of Neurology is established in 2003 and pioneers the use of DBS in movement disorders.

2001
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Mrs Lyn Rothman starts the Parkinson’s Appeal to raise funds to enable research into deep brain stimulation (DBS) as a treatment for the symptoms of Parkinson's disease. Supported by these funds, the Functional Neurosurgery Unit at the Institute of Neurology is established in 2003 and pioneers the use of DBS in movement disorders.

2001
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Mrs Lyn Rothman starts the Parkinson’s Appeal to raise funds to enable research into deep brain stimulation (DBS) as a treatment for the symptoms of Parkinson's disease. Supported by these funds, the Functional Neurosurgery Unit at the Institute of Neurology is established in 2003 and pioneers the use of DBS in movement disorders.

2001
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Mrs Lyn Rothman starts the Parkinson’s Appeal to raise funds to enable research into deep brain stimulation (DBS) as a treatment for the symptoms of Parkinson's disease. Supported by these funds, the Functional Neurosurgery Unit at the Institute of Neurology is established in 2003 and pioneers the use of DBS in movement disorders.

2002

2002

2002

2002

Institute of Fundraising logo symbol

We join the Institute of Fundraising (IoF), the professional membership body for UK fundraising.

Institute of Fundraising logo symbol
2002
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We join the Institute of Fundraising (IoF), the professional membership body for UK fundraising.

2002
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We join the Institute of Fundraising (IoF), the professional membership body for UK fundraising.

2002
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We join the Institute of Fundraising (IoF), the professional membership body for UK fundraising.

2002
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We join the Institute of Fundraising (IoF), the professional membership body for UK fundraising.

2003

2003

2003

2003

£20m

Research grants awarded to date total £20 million.

£20m
2003
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Research grants awarded to date total £20 million.

2003
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Research grants awarded to date total £20 million.

2003
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Research grants awarded to date total £20 million.

2003
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Research grants awarded to date total £20 million.

2006

2006

2006

2006

Radio 4 Appeal logo

Broadcaster Sheena McDonald presents our Brain Tumour Fellowship Appeal on the BBC Radio 4 Appeal of the Week, raising £54,000. With further funding from the Grand Charity of Freemasons and many other supporters, funds raised now total £462,000. Dr Nico Henriquez is recruited as the ‘Grand Charity Brain Tumour Research Fellow’.

Radio 4 Appeal logo
2006
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Broadcaster Sheena McDonald presents our Brain Tumour Fellowship Appeal on the BBC Radio 4 Appeal of the Week, raising £54,000. With further funding from the Grand Charity of Freemasons and many other supporters, funds raised now total £462,000. Dr Nico Henriquez is recruited as the ‘Grand Charity Brain Tumour Research Fellow’.

2006
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Broadcaster Sheena McDonald presents our Brain Tumour Fellowship Appeal on the BBC Radio 4 Appeal of the Week, raising £54,000. With further funding from the Grand Charity of Freemasons and many other supporters, funds raised now total £462,000. Dr Nico Henriquez is recruited as the ‘Grand Charity Brain Tumour Research Fellow’.

2006
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Broadcaster Sheena McDonald presents our Brain Tumour Fellowship Appeal on the BBC Radio 4 Appeal of the Week, raising £54,000. With further funding from the Grand Charity of Freemasons and many other supporters, funds raised now total £462,000. Dr Nico Henriquez is recruited as the ‘Grand Charity Brain Tumour Research Fellow’.

2006
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Broadcaster Sheena McDonald presents our Brain Tumour Fellowship Appeal on the BBC Radio 4 Appeal of the Week, raising £54,000. With further funding from the Grand Charity of Freemasons and many other supporters, funds raised now total £462,000. Dr Nico Henriquez is recruited as the ‘Grand Charity Brain Tumour Research Fellow’.

2010

2010

2010

2010

£30m

Research grants awarded to date total £30 million.

£30m
2010
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Research grants awarded to date total £30 million.

2010
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Research grants awarded to date total £30 million.

2010
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Research grants awarded to date total £30 million.

2010
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Research grants awarded to date total £30 million.

2011

2011

2011

2011

Neurological Alliance logo symbol

We join The Neurological Alliance, a coalition of organisations working together to transform quality of life for people with neurological conditions.

Neurological Alliance logo symbol
2011
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We join The Neurological Alliance, a coalition of organisations working together to transform quality of life for people with neurological conditions.

2011
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We join The Neurological Alliance, a coalition of organisations working together to transform quality of life for people with neurological conditions.

2011
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We join The Neurological Alliance, a coalition of organisations working together to transform quality of life for people with neurological conditions.

2011
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We join The Neurological Alliance, a coalition of organisations working together to transform quality of life for people with neurological conditions.

2015

2015

2015

2015

Robert Brownstone

Professor Rob Brownstone takes up the Brain Research Trust Chair of Neurosurgery, funded by our donation of £2.1 million.

Robert Brownstone
2015
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Professor Rob Brownstone takes up the Brain Research Trust Chair of Neurosurgery, funded by our donation of £2.1 million.

2015
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Professor Rob Brownstone takes up the Brain Research Trust Chair of Neurosurgery, funded by our donation of £2.1 million.

2015
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Professor Rob Brownstone takes up the Brain Research Trust Chair of Neurosurgery, funded by our donation of £2.1 million.

2015
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Professor Rob Brownstone takes up the Brain Research Trust Chair of Neurosurgery, funded by our donation of £2.1 million.

2015

2015

2015

2015

Illustration with UK map

The Charity Commission supports the broadening of our charitable objects to enable us to fund nationally.

Illustration with UK map
2015
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The Charity Commission supports the broadening of our charitable objects to enable us to fund nationally.

2015
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The Charity Commission supports the broadening of our charitable objects to enable us to fund nationally.

2015
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The Charity Commission supports the broadening of our charitable objects to enable us to fund nationally.

2015
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The Charity Commission supports the broadening of our charitable objects to enable us to fund nationally.

2016

2016

2016

2016

Illustration with Mortar Board hat and number 70

Over 70 PhD studentships have now been funded at the Institute of Neurology.

Illustration with Mortar Board hat and number 70
2016
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Over 70 PhD studentships have now been funded at the Institute of Neurology.

2016
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Over 70 PhD studentships have now been funded at the Institute of Neurology.

2016
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Over 70 PhD studentships have now been funded at the Institute of Neurology.

2016
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Over 70 PhD studentships have now been funded at the Institute of Neurology.

2016

2016

2016

2016

Illustration to symbolise 3 priority areas

We identify three priority research areas as the focus for our new national funding schemes: brain tumours, brain and spinal cord injury, and headache and facial pain.

Illustration to symbolise 3 priority areas
2016
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We identify three priority research areas as the focus for our new national funding schemes: brain tumours, brain and spinal cord injury, and headache and facial pain.

2016
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We identify three priority research areas as the focus for our new national funding schemes: brain tumours, brain and spinal cord injury, and headache and facial pain.

2016
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We identify three priority research areas as the focus for our new national funding schemes: brain tumours, brain and spinal cord injury, and headache and facial pain.

2016
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We identify three priority research areas as the focus for our new national funding schemes: brain tumours, brain and spinal cord injury, and headache and facial pain.

2016

2016

2016

2016

Logo symbol of Dementia Research Institute

We contribute £1 million capital funding to support the creation of a new building designed for, and dedicated to, translational neuroscience at the Institute of Neurology.

Logo symbol of Dementia Research Institute
2016
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We contribute £1 million capital funding to support the creation of a new building designed for, and dedicated to, translational neuroscience at the Institute of Neurology.

2016
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We contribute £1 million capital funding to support the creation of a new building designed for, and dedicated to, translational neuroscience at the Institute of Neurology.

2016
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We contribute £1 million capital funding to support the creation of a new building designed for, and dedicated to, translational neuroscience at the Institute of Neurology.

2016
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We contribute £1 million capital funding to support the creation of a new building designed for, and dedicated to, translational neuroscience at the Institute of Neurology.

2016

2016

2016

2016

£40m

Research grants awarded to date total £40 million.

£40m
2016
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Research grants awarded to date total £40 million.

2016
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Research grants awarded to date total £40 million.

2016
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Research grants awarded to date total £40 million.

2016
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Research grants awarded to date total £40 million.

2017

2017

2017

2017

New logo symbol for Brain Research UK

We launch as Brain Research UK, our new working name as approved by the Charity Commission.

New logo symbol for Brain Research UK
2017
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We launch as Brain Research UK, our new working name as approved by the Charity Commission.

2017
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We launch as Brain Research UK, our new working name as approved by the Charity Commission.

2017
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We launch as Brain Research UK, our new working name as approved by the Charity Commission.

2017
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We launch as Brain Research UK, our new working name as approved by the Charity Commission.

2017

2017

2017

2017

Illustration with UK map and Pound symbol

We award the first grants under our new national funding schemes, two PhD studentships and three project grants,  all focused on our three priority research areas.

Illustration with UK map and Pound symbol
2017
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We award the first grants under our new national funding schemes, two PhD studentships and three project grants,  all focused on our three priority research areas.

2017
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We award the first grants under our new national funding schemes, two PhD studentships and three project grants,  all focused on our three priority research areas.

2017
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We award the first grants under our new national funding schemes, two PhD studentships and three project grants,  all focused on our three priority research areas.

2017
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We award the first grants under our new national funding schemes, two PhD studentships and three project grants,  all focused on our three priority research areas.

2018

2018

2018

2018

Two of our London marathon runners

Over 200 runners represent Brain Research UK in the London Marathon, our largest ever team. They raise more than £500,000.

Two of our London marathon runners
2018
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Over 200 runners represent Brain Research UK in the London Marathon, our largest ever team. They raise more than £500,000.

2018
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Over 200 runners represent Brain Research UK in the London Marathon, our largest ever team. They raise more than £500,000.

2018
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Over 200 runners represent Brain Research UK in the London Marathon, our largest ever team. They raise more than £500,000.

2018
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Over 200 runners represent Brain Research UK in the London Marathon, our largest ever team. They raise more than £500,000.

2019

2019

2019

2019

Patient being assessed in a 7T MRI scanner

The team at the Wellcome Centre for Human Neuroimaging, UCL take delivery of a new, ultra-high field ‘7T’ MRI scanner – cutting edge technology that will transform their ability to study the detailed function of the brain. The costs are covered in part by the balance of funds remaining in the Muller endowment.

Patient being assessed in a 7T MRI scanner
2019
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The team at the Wellcome Centre for Human Neuroimaging, UCL take delivery of a new, ultra-high field ‘7T’ MRI scanner – cutting edge technology that will transform their ability to study the detailed function of the brain. The costs are covered in part by the balance of funds remaining in the Muller endowment.

2019
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The team at the Wellcome Centre for Human Neuroimaging, UCL take delivery of a new, ultra-high field ‘7T’ MRI scanner – cutting edge technology that will transform their ability to study the detailed function of the brain. The costs are covered in part by the balance of funds remaining in the Muller endowment.

2019
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The team at the Wellcome Centre for Human Neuroimaging, UCL take delivery of a new, ultra-high field ‘7T’ MRI scanner – cutting edge technology that will transform their ability to study the detailed function of the brain. The costs are covered in part by the balance of funds remaining in the Muller endowment.

2019
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The team at the Wellcome Centre for Human Neuroimaging, UCL take delivery of a new, ultra-high field ‘7T’ MRI scanner – cutting edge technology that will transform their ability to study the detailed function of the brain. The costs are covered in part by the balance of funds remaining in the Muller endowment.

2020

2020

2020

2020

London Marathon runner showing her medal

We collaborate with four other neuro charities as TeamBrain: Brain Tumour Research, Brain and Spine Foundation, Epilepsy Research UK and the National Brain Appeal. Plans are made to undertake various neuro awareness raising activities relating to the London Marathon 2020.

London Marathon runner showing her medal
2020
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We collaborate with four other neuro charities as TeamBrain: Brain Tumour Research, Brain and Spine Foundation, Epilepsy Research UK and the National Brain Appeal. Plans are made to undertake various neuro awareness raising activities relating to the London Marathon 2020.

2020
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We collaborate with four other neuro charities as TeamBrain: Brain Tumour Research, Brain and Spine Foundation, Epilepsy Research UK and the National Brain Appeal. Plans are made to undertake various neuro awareness raising activities relating to the London Marathon 2020.

2020
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We collaborate with four other neuro charities as TeamBrain: Brain Tumour Research, Brain and Spine Foundation, Epilepsy Research UK and the National Brain Appeal. Plans are made to undertake various neuro awareness raising activities relating to the London Marathon 2020.

2020
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We collaborate with four other neuro charities as TeamBrain: Brain Tumour Research, Brain and Spine Foundation, Epilepsy Research UK and the National Brain Appeal. Plans are made to undertake various neuro awareness raising activities relating to the London Marathon 2020.

2020

2020

2020

2020

Logo of the Royal College of Surgeons

Neurosurgeon Yizhou Wan is awarded the first joint Brain Research UK – Royal College of Surgeons Fellowship.

Logo of the Royal College of Surgeons
2020
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Neurosurgeon Yizhou Wan is awarded the first joint Brain Research UK – Royal College of Surgeons Fellowship.

2020
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Neurosurgeon Yizhou Wan is awarded the first joint Brain Research UK – Royal College of Surgeons Fellowship.

2020
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Neurosurgeon Yizhou Wan is awarded the first joint Brain Research UK – Royal College of Surgeons Fellowship.

2020
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Neurosurgeon Yizhou Wan is awarded the first joint Brain Research UK – Royal College of Surgeons Fellowship.

2020

2020

2020

2020

Researchers Antonella Spinazolla and Jonathan Rohrer

The new Brain Research UK Miriam Marks Fellowship Scheme is launched in partnership with the Institute of Neurology, offering funding for research fellowships in neurodegenerative diseases. Professor Antonella Spinazzola and Dr Jonathan Rohrer are awarded the first fellowships from this new scheme.

Researchers Antonella Spinazolla and Jonathan Rohrer
2020
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The new Brain Research UK Miriam Marks Fellowship Scheme is launched in partnership with the Institute of Neurology, offering funding for research fellowships in neurodegenerative diseases. Professor Antonella Spinazzola and Dr Jonathan Rohrer are awarded the first fellowships from this new scheme.

2020
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The new Brain Research UK Miriam Marks Fellowship Scheme is launched in partnership with the Institute of Neurology, offering funding for research fellowships in neurodegenerative diseases. Professor Antonella Spinazzola and Dr Jonathan Rohrer are awarded the first fellowships from this new scheme.

2020
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The new Brain Research UK Miriam Marks Fellowship Scheme is launched in partnership with the Institute of Neurology, offering funding for research fellowships in neurodegenerative diseases. Professor Antonella Spinazzola and Dr Jonathan Rohrer are awarded the first fellowships from this new scheme.

2020
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The new Brain Research UK Miriam Marks Fellowship Scheme is launched in partnership with the Institute of Neurology, offering funding for research fellowships in neurodegenerative diseases. Professor Antonella Spinazzola and Dr Jonathan Rohrer are awarded the first fellowships from this new scheme.

2021

2021

2021

2021

5th

The fifth rounds of PhD studentships and project grants are awarded under our national calls for applications in our three priority areas. 11 PhD studentships and 18 project grants have now been funded.

5th
2021
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The fifth rounds of PhD studentships and project grants are awarded under our national calls for applications in our three priority areas. 11 PhD studentships and 18 project grants have now been funded.

2021
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The fifth rounds of PhD studentships and project grants are awarded under our national calls for applications in our three priority areas. 11 PhD studentships and 18 project grants have now been funded.

2021
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The fifth rounds of PhD studentships and project grants are awarded under our national calls for applications in our three priority areas. 11 PhD studentships and 18 project grants have now been funded.

2021
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The fifth rounds of PhD studentships and project grants are awarded under our national calls for applications in our three priority areas. 11 PhD studentships and 18 project grants have now been funded.

2021

2021

2021

2021

Brainathlon participants

Collaborative fundraising initiative Brainathlon is launched with Epilepsy Research UK and Brain Tumour Research, raising total funds of more than £60,000.

Brainathlon participants
2021
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Collaborative fundraising initiative Brainathlon is launched with Epilepsy Research UK and Brain Tumour Research, raising total funds of more than £60,000.

2021
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Collaborative fundraising initiative Brainathlon is launched with Epilepsy Research UK and Brain Tumour Research, raising total funds of more than £60,000.

2021
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Collaborative fundraising initiative Brainathlon is launched with Epilepsy Research UK and Brain Tumour Research, raising total funds of more than £60,000.

2021
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Collaborative fundraising initiative Brainathlon is launched with Epilepsy Research UK and Brain Tumour Research, raising total funds of more than £60,000.

2021

2021

2021

2021

50th anniversary logo

Our 50th anniversary of registration at the Charity Commission. To date we have awarded funding of £54 million.

50th anniversary logo
2021
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Our 50th anniversary of registration at the Charity Commission. To date we have awarded funding of £54 million.

2021
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Our 50th anniversary of registration at the Charity Commission. To date we have awarded funding of £54 million.

2021
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Our 50th anniversary of registration at the Charity Commission. To date we have awarded funding of £54 million.

2021
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Our 50th anniversary of registration at the Charity Commission. To date we have awarded funding of £54 million.