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FutureNeuro is the Research Ireland Centre for Translational Brain Science, based in RCSI University of Medicine and Health Sciences. Our vision is to change the patient journey for people affected by brain conditions.
🎉 We’re incredibly proud to see Nuala Ryan receive the PPI Contributor Award at the 2026 RCSI Research Day. This recognition reflects her outstanding impact across FutureNeuro and the Genome of Ireland, championing meaningful patient and public involvement in research. Congratulations, Nuala 👏
At @rcsi.bsky.social Research Day, FutureNeuro PI, Prof David Cotter, alongside Dr Melanie Föcking, Dr Subash Susai, & Dr David Mongan, was recognised with the Industry Engagement Innovation Award for their work on the FutureNeuro–Janssen collaboration to identify biological predictors of psychosis.
Why late-night light can throw your mood off track. Most of us can tolerate occasional late nights without lasting harm, but they can be deeply destabilising for people with mood disorders, explains Ronan Lordan @rcsi.bsky.social @researchireland.ie www.rte.ie/brainstorm/2...
Well done Ronan - a brilliant article 👏
Check out my latest piece with @rtebrainstorm.bsky.social
#Sleep, routine, and aligned #BodyClocks are vital for physical & #mentalhealth and #MoodDisorders
Read more here:
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Research Ireland's new Strategy: Curiosity, Capability, Competitiveness – Charting Ireland’s Research and Innovation Future, aims to build a research and innovation system that delivers prosperity for the people of Ireland. Read the full Strategy: www.researchireland.ie/strategy/
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🚀 NeuroAdapt Call 2 is open!
Dr Jennifer Dowling is a potential supervisor for this round, leading research on neuroimmune interactions and brain inflammation. Find out more and apply by April 10: futureneurocentre.ie/neuroadapt/a...
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The NeuroAdapt Call 2 is now open until 10th April 2026!
Apply for a prestigious two year postdoctoral fellowship in brain research hosted by FutureNeuro Research Ireland Centre.
Full details and application instructions can be found at: futureneurocentre.ie/neuroadapt/a...
🔬 Applications are now open for our 2026 Summer Internship Programme.
The internship offers undergraduates hands-on experience in laboratory, clinical & computational neuroscience research, ideal for students considering a PhD with FutureNeuro.
🔗 futureneurocentre.ie/applications...
👏 Huge congratulations to FutureNeuro Deputy Director Prof Gianpiero Cavalleri, appointed to Ireland’s National Science Advice Forum, supporting evidence-based policymaking and shaping the science advice ecosystem: www.gov.ie/en/departmen...
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🚀 NeuroAdapt Supervisor Spotlight
Prof Gianpiero Cavalleri leads our Diagnostics Programme, harnessing advanced DNA sequencing to uncover new genetic causes of epilepsy & improve patient care.
Apply for NeuroAdapt Call 2 before April 10: futureneurocentre.ie/neuroadapt/a...
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🔬 Years before working with Neumirna, our Director Prof @dchenshall.bsky.social focused on miR-134, now part of their lead epilepsy programme. Reducing miR-134 can help control seizures and normalize brain cell activity, forming the basis of NMT.001.
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Our founder, Eamon McPartlin and committee member and ANP, Annette Breen were delighted to attend the launch of Ireland’s first Postgraduate Diploma in Neurology Nursing at
@rcsi.bsky.social Ireland yesterday.
Brilliant to see the NAI #MyNeurologyNurseAndMe campaign highlighted on the day. 💚🧡
Researchers, including FutureNeuro Investigator Prof Cunningham, found that using “acute brain slices” can damage inhibitory neurons, making tissue more prone to seizure-like activity. This highlights the need for better preservation to improve drug testing: futureneurocentre.ie/publications...
Ireland’s first Postgraduate Diploma in Neurology Nursing has launched at @rcsi.bsky.social, addressing a growing need for specialist neurology nurses. Developed with partners including FutureNeuro, it equips nurses to deliver high-quality, patient-centred care: futureneurocentre.ie/rcsi-launche...
🌟 NeuroAdapt | Fellow Spotlight
Dr Ronan Lordan, our NeuroAdapt Fellow at RCSI, explores how disrupted circadian rhythms affect microglia and bipolar disorder. He shares what inspired him to apply and how NeuroAdapt supports his research.
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🧠 AI is playing an increasing role in neurology, from supporting diagnosis to integrating complex clinical data. At FutureNeuro’s 6th Clinical Conference, experts explored how AI can responsibly advance care and clinical innovation: futureneurocentre.ie/ai-in-neurol...
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Looking forward to the final @futureneuro.bsky.social My Moving Brain event in Dublin next month exploring the conversation around brain health and inclusion in physical activity. 💚 🧡
#MyMovingBrain #BrainHealth #FNDIreland #FND #FunctionalNeurologicalDisorder @fndportal.bsky.social
Consultant Neurologist & FutureNeuro Clinical Researcher Dr Daniel Costello featured on RTÉ’s Any Given Day, highlighting in-patient EEG monitoring for drug-resistant epilepsy & the hope surgery can bring.
📺 Watch here: www.rte.ie/player/serie...
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Dr Áine Brady, our NeuroAdapt Fellow at @dublincityuni.bsky.social, is studying proteins involved in neuroinflammation as part of her NeuroVolt project. Her research aims to improve early detection & develop targeted treatments for neurological conditions, moving discoveries from lab to clinic.
Imogen Briggs, FutureNeuro PhD Candidate, is using AI to explore therapies that have the potential to restore circadian rhythms disrupted in epilepsy. Her research aims to turn clinical observations into treatments that reduce seizures or uncover entirely new options.
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To mark the International Day of Women and Girls in Science, we’re spotlighting Dr Mona Heiland, a FutureNeuro Postdoc studying microRNA-based therapies for drug-resistant epilepsy, exploring ways to restore protein balance and support the development of new treatment approaches.
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To mark the International Day of Women and Girls in Science, we’re spotlighting Ellie Curran. She’s investigating how differences between the brain’s hemispheres in the blood–brain barrier may play a role in schizophrenia, aiming to improve understanding of the condition.
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To mark the International Day of Women and Girls in Science, we’re spotlighting Shivani Shivani, a FutureNeuro PhD Candidate using machine learning on health data to study patterns in epilepsy, helping to improve understanding and support clinical decision-making.
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To mark the International Day of Women and Girls in Science, we’re spotlighting Prof @clairegillan.bsky.social, a FutureNeuro Investigator, whose research explores how the brain processes information, learns, & makes decisions, and how this relates to mental health, to inform better interventions.
As part of our International Day of Women & Girls in Science series, we’re spotlighting Shokofeh Anari, a FutureNeuro PhD candidate at the @uniofgalway.bsky.social. Her research uses AI to support epilepsy diagnosis & reduce delays by making better use of clinical information.
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FutureNeuro PhD candidate Ben Bond and colleagues from RCSI Dept of Psychiatry are launching Tech for Mental Health. The first free event on 18 Feb at RCSI will explore VR in mental health with talks & hands-on demos. Register: www.eventbrite.ie/e/virtual-re...
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🔬 Our first Journal Club of 2026 took place last week, led by StAR Lecturer Dr Ian Woods. The session explored 3D-printed electroconductive scaffolds & how they can enhance electrical stimulation for neural repair, offering new insights into tissue engineering & strategies for neurotrauma recovery.
🌟 On International Epilepsy Day, we’re highlighting engaged research at FutureNeuro. From exploring ways to prevent post-traumatic epilepsy to pioneering therapies for rare conditions, our work is guided by patients & families.
Learn more: futureneurocentre.ie/internationa...
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