Brainstrust, brain tumour charity

Ten years after the first Lucy Beesley Shield was played, family, friends and tennis players once again came together to celebrate Lucy’s life through the sport she loved. The annual event, played between Bangor University and Bangor Tennis Club, has become a cherished tradition, bringing together friendly competition, lasting friendships and an opportunity to raise awareness...

When the members of a local Morsbags sewing group wanted to celebrate the life of their much-loved friend Louise, they chose to do something that reflected everything she stood for; kindness, community and helping others. Bringing people together in her memory, they organised a heartfelt fundraising evening that not only honoured Louise’s legacy but also raised ...

BNOS 2026 – the congress for UK neuro-oncology, taking place from 1st–3rd July 2026 at the University of Birmingham. ​This year’s theme, “Local Therapies for Brain Cancer” highlights progress at the crossroads of neuro-oncology, biology, and technology – advances that are transforming treatment approaches and offering new hope for patients.

Dr Helen Bulbeck, Director of Services and Policy at brainstrust, shares her reflections from the first day of BNOS 2026 in Birmingham.

BNOS 2026 – the congress for UK neuro-oncology, taking place from 1st–3rd July 2026 at the University of Birmingham. ​This year’s theme, “Local Therapies for Brain Cancer” highlights progress at the cro...