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Read updates on stroke research, clinical trials and opportunities to take part in studies here. For over 30 years, the Stroke Association has been at the heart of discoveries that have changed what it means to survive a stroke. Now we are setting out a new direction to strengthen stroke research and accelerate the progress people deserve - you can read our new strategy here.

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Research participants needed: join the Communication and Aphasia Research Registry

Become part of the Communication and Aphasia Research Registry…

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Research Participants Needed: Testing an online tool to assess sleep after stroke

Researchers at the Universities of Glasgow and Edinburgh are…

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Stroke research: why is it important and how can you get involved?

Research is vital. It helps us find new ways to improve care and…

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Amazing Brains: Thinking and memory after stroke

Amazing Brains is an event where researchers can celebrate and…

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What kind of research does the Stroke Association fund?

We are the only organisation dedicated to funding research into…

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Involvement network

Involvement means working with stroke survivors, carers and…

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Stroke Association launches new funding for research on coronavirus and stroke

We don’t know enough about why COVID-19 may increase the risk of…

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New systematic review into swallowing problems after stroke and the risk of serious chest infection

After a stroke some people have difficulty swallowing (dysphagia…

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Meet Cath, a volunteer who supports a Speakability group

Cath Friel ensures her group can enjoy outings, find out how.