In the lead up to National Brain Awareness Week March 11th to 17th, we’re delighted to be involved in a collaborative project on brain health together with our members in Epilepsy Ireland.
The project is led by FutureNeuro: SFI Research Centre for Rare Neurological Diseases which was awarded funding under the Science Foundation Ireland Discover Programme.
The project ‘My Moving Brain’ (M’Inchinn Gluiseachta) aims to promote brain health in sport with a special focus on epilepsy awareness and concussion prevention.
The project will involve a two-year initiative in collaboration with local community groups, uniting researchers, clinical expertise, and sporting organisations to enhance brain health awareness in sports.
Over the next two years, FutureNeuro researchers will coordinate five collaborative workshops across Ireland. What sets these workshops apart is their grassroots development approach and special emphasis on inclusivity. By drawing on the expertise of Local Sports Partnerships in conjunction with our clinical and research knowledge, FutureNeuro hopes to strengthen the connection between brain health and sport and make it more accessible for people living with neurological conditions. NAI is excited to be working with NAI members Epilepsy Ireland whose experienced network of Community Resource Officers will provide vital expertise and local experience to drive the project.
Professor Omar Mamad, RCSI Research Fellow SFI FutureNeuro Research Centre and Project Co-Lead on "My Moving Brain" announced “This project is a testament to our commitment to fostering knowledge and engagement. We are excited to collaborate with our partners to make a meaningful impact on brain health awareness, not just in the sporting community but for the broader public. Through education and collaboration, we aspire to create a safer and more informed environment for all.”
Find out more about the work of the Lead Organisation on “My Moving Brain” Future Neuro at www.futureneurocentre.ie