The Wellcome Centre for Mitochondrial Research (WCMR) team have been raising awareness of mitochondrial disease and their important research.
Some of the events were part of their Rare Disease Day 2023 activities.
At a parliamentary event, organised by Genetic Alliance UK and the Northern Ireland Rare Disease Partnership, the team met with Helen Whately MP, Minister for Social Care. The reception provided an opportunity to highlight the importance of investing in the mitochondrial research that provides hope for a cure.
Parliamentary support
MP for Blaydon Liz Twist is Chair of the APPG for Rare, Genetic & Undiagnosed Conditions and has been helping to increase the profile of mitochondrial disease and the WCMR's research. Liz shared some key facts in a recent Westminster Hall debate and has also previously hosted parliamentary events attended by members of the Centre's team. In November, Liz visited the centre to see first-hand its leading work and research.
The Centre, based within the University's Medical School, undertakes a huge breadth of research to address questions regarding mitochondrial disease and dysfunction. WCMR's aim is to transform the promise of scientific advances into revolutionary treatments that restore mitochondrial health.
