Epilepsy Sparks Insights

The Power of Collaboration in Epilepsy Research - Eduardo Pérez Palma

Eduardo Pérez Palma, a neurogenetics scientist and bioinformatician, discusses his work in neurogenetics and epilepsy research, emphasising the importance global collaboration in studying the epilepsies in different parts of the world! Eduardo also shares the upcoming Latin American Congress on Genetic Epilepsiesin Jan 2025; which aims to bring together experts from various fields to share knowledge and perspectives!
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Chapters 📖
- Intro to Eduardo
- The Value of Genetic Testing in Epilepsy
- Diversity and Representation in Genetic Research
- Understanding Developmental Epileptic Encephalopathies (DEEs)
- Contributing to Epilepsy Research
- Latin American Congress on Epileptsy Genetics
- Conclusion & thanks
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Advancements in Stem Cell Research for Drug-Resistant Epilepsy - Patrick Kwan

Learn of exciting research into a drug screening platform for personalised medicine for the epilepsies - through adult neurologist and researcher Patrick Kwan; head of the Kwan Lab! Patrick describes the process of extracting stem cells from blood, culturing them, and using them to develop new treatments for drug-resistant epilepsy. The conversation highlights the importance of collaboration and data sharing in epilepsy research.
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Using Viral Vectors To Stop Epilepsy - José M Serratosa

People with an epilepsy might be nervous about getting "gene therapy" - but in today's mini-episode, in part 2 of 2, epileptologist José M Serratosa is asked if he would get gene therapy and why(!), explains the use of viral vectors for treating genetic epilepsies, where we are in preclinical development, what is next, and what is also holding us back!
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Gene Therapy: A Promising Approach for The Epilepsies? - José M Serratosa

What does the future for epilepsy treatments hold?! Epileptologist José M Serratosa shares his predictions for epilepsy gene therapies; highlighting the importance of addressing all symptoms - including cognitive, motor, and psychiatric - as well as the seizures. Jose explains the role of viral vectors and how they may save people! This is part 1 of 2 with José - in part 2, the conversation goes into the challenges of research clinical trials for these therapies; from basic, to pre-clinical, to clinical!
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Laser Interstitial Thermal Ablation For Epilepsy - Michael Sperling

Michael Sperling, a prof of neurology and director of the Jefferson Comprehensive Epilepsy Center, educates us on laser ablation therapy for epilepsy! He and Torie discuss the minimally invasive nature of the procedure, its advantages over traditional open surgery, and its efficacy in reducing seizures. They also touch on the suitability of the therapy for different age groups and types of epilepsy. The conversation highlights the precision and safety of laser ablation therapy and its potential to improve outcomes for patients.
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Michael’s related papers 📜
https://www.researchgate.net/profile/Michael-Sperling-2  
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Acute Symptomatic Seizures: Weaning Babies Off Of ASMs - Maria Gogou

Who knows about Acute Symptomatic Seizures and how the babies and children experiencing them can be carefully weaned off of the anti-seizure medications they are on? Paediatric neurologist and epilepsy specialist Maria Gogou from University General Hospital of Alexandroupolis, Greece, explains more. Paediatric neurologist and epilepsy specialist Maria Gogou from University General Hospital of Alexandroupolis, Greece, explains more. 
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Staying On A Medication That “Doesn't Work”?! - Maria Gogou

Children may benefit from being weaned off of anti-seizure medications when they are on the ketogenic diet. Plus, find out how the ketogenic diet can significantly benefit children with epilepsy - even when it doesn’t control their seizures! Paediatric neurologist Maria Gogou discusses her work in managing rare and complex epilepsies in children.
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🔗 Paper: “Antiseizure medication reduction and withdrawal in children with drug-resistant epilepsy after starting the ketogenic diet” 👇
https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/full/10.1111/dmcn.15377
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How Worms Helped Us Understand Epilepsy! - David Henshall

David Henshall shares how information gathered when researching worms led to the discovery of microRNA, a far improved understanding of the epilepsies, and potential treatments - all explained in his new book (link below)! This is episode 2 of 2.
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David’s book  📖
https://www.amazon.co.uk/Fine-Tuning-Life-MicroRNAs-Genomes-Regulators/dp/1009466429/ref=sr_1_1
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Fighting Epilepsy With MicroRNAs?! - David Henshall

David Henshall discusses the role and importance the role of microRNAs in epilepsy; which act as master regulators of gene activity and help stabilise the gene pathway. He discusses the potential of RNA therapy in treating epilepsy and the challenges of delivering RNA molecules to the brain. Henshall's book, 'Fine Tuning Life: A Guide to MicroRNAs, Your Genome's Master Regulators,' explores the fascinating world of microRNAs and their impact on gene regulation.
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David’s book  📖
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Fighting Epilepsy Stigma in Kenya - Eddie Chengo

Epileptologist Eddie Chengo from Kenya discusses the stigma faced by people affected by epilepsy in Africa, explaining that around 75% of people with epilepsy in the region experience stigma and emphasising the importance of addressing this whilst implementing medical treatment. Eddie also shares the various initiatives and research projects his organisation is undertaking to raise awareness and challenge the stigma associated with epilepsy.
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🔗 Eddie's papers 👇
https://www.researchgate.net/scientific-contributions/Eddie-Chengo-44151310 
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