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Research

We fund groundbreaking research to understand the different muscle-wasting and weakening conditions better and to lead us to new treatments. Accelerating access to effective treatment by working with pioneering researchers. We are determined to go further, faster, in our campaigning for treatments and in funding research.
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Our research
Find out about our pioneering research into muscle-wasting conditions.
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Understanding research
Research can be complex and at times confusing. So we’ve brought together some useful resources to help you understand how research works.
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For researchers
Funding opportunities and resources for researchers
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Get involved in research
From lay panels to clinical trials, find out how to get involved in research into muscle-wasting conditions
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Research news

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Understanding your views of vamorolone, a treatment for Duchenne muscular dystrophy currently being appraised by NICE
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The European Medicines Agency confirms recommendation for non-renewal of authorisation in the EU of Duchenne muscular dystrophy medicine Translarna
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Changing the landscape for clinical trials in the UK - celebrating the fifth anniversary of the MDUK Oxford Neuromuscular Centre
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