CURE Epilepsy CEO Beth Dean explains how the organization funds research, why it remains “patient-focused” in its mission, and what areas of epilepsy research offer the most promise for finding cures.
Category Archives: Epilepsy Research
From Epilepsy Researcher to Epilepsy Patient: A New Perspective
Today on Seizing Life, we speak with epilepsy researcher, educator, and patient Dr. Steve White. Dr. White has been involved in the field of epilepsy research for over 40 years, is a former CURE Epilepsy grant-recipient and a current member of the organization’s Scientific Advisory Board. He is also an epilepsy patient, having experienced his first seizure in 2010.
The Best of Seizing Life 2020
We revisit just a few of the amazing conversations from 2020. From growing up with epilepsy to an Army Captain’s battle with PTE, examining the epilepsy/mental health connection and finding hope in genetic research, Seizing Life spoke with a number of insightful and inspiring guests this year – even if we had to do it at a distance.
Epilepsy Drug Development: Clinical Trials – A Patient’s Perspective
In the finale of our 4-part series exploring the drug development process, we get the patient perspective on participating in clinical trials.
Epilepsy Drug Development: How Patients Can Make An Impact
In the third of our 4-part series exploring the drug development process, we share what patients should know about participating in clinical trials.
Epilepsy Drug Development: Clinical Trials
In the second of our 4-part series exploring the drug development process, we take a deep dive into the clinical trial phases.
Epilepsy Drug Development: The Journey Begins
In the first of a 4-part series about new drug development and clinical trial participation, we explain the complex process starting with basic research through pre-clinical trials.
The Impact of COVID-19 on Epilepsy Research
Mike Coburn of Research!America shares insights on the near- and long-term impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic on epilepsy research and the research community at large.
NINDS and Its Role in Epilepsy Research
Discover how NINDS funds epilepsy research and fosters collaboration towards cures from Program Director Dr. Vicky Whittemore.
From Lab to Clinic: Genetic Research Is Changing Epilepsy Treatment
CURE Taking Flight Grantee Dr. Gemma Carvill explains how genetic research discoveries in the lab can lead to precision care in the doctor’s office.