Welcome to the nsif media centre. Read all the latest news, blogs and events.

The Breakthrough: 2014

16th February 2015

See highlights of the media coverage surrounding the announcement to the world that Darek Fidyka, who had a complete spinal cord injury, had regained function and sensation below the level of injury following treatment part-funded by nsif.

View Highlights

Claire Lomas: A Legacy That Moves Us All

30th September 2025

The BBC recently shared a powerful tribute to Claire Lomas MBE – a woman whose courage, determination, and fundraising efforts have inspired thousands across the UK and beyond. Claire’s story is one of extraordinary resilience. After a riding accident in…

Read More

The Quaich Dinner & Ceilidh – 24th November 2025

2nd July 2025

This year marks an extraordinary milestone as the Nicholls Spinal Injury Foundation (nsif) celebrates 20 years of dedication to funding a cure for paralysis caused by spinal cord injury. To honour this journey, we invite you to an unforgettable evening…

Read More

nsif Clay Pigeon Flush 2025

18th June 2025

On 6th June, the grounds of Pennsport Shooting School came alive with the sound of flying clays and friendly competition as 16 teams gathered for the Clay Pigeon Flush, supporting nsif. The day was a perfect blend of skill, camaraderie…

Read More

Annual Golf Day Event – 26 & 27th October 2025

30th April 2025

Join Us for Our 19th Annual Golf Day Event! 🌟🏌️‍♂️ We are thrilled to announce that bookings are now open for our 19th Annual Golf Day Event, taking place at the prestigious The Oxfordshire Golf Hotel & Spa on Sunday…

In Memory of Claire Lomas MBE: A Remarkable Patron and Advocate for Spinal Cord Injury Research

5th September 2024

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Claire Lomas MBE, one of our much-loved and dedicated Patrons. Claire was not only a staunch supporter of the Nicholls Spinal Injury Foundation, but she also became a beacon…

Read More

nsif Golf Day 2024

31st July 2024

Eager golfers headed out for the eighteenth year to the world-renowned eighteen-hole course on the afternoon of Sunday 28th July to complete a practice round. Later, guests gathered for a canapé and champagne toasting ceremony on the hotel’s terrace, offering…

Read More

The Fantastic Fundraisers of 2023

30th November 2023

The Fantastic Fundraisers of 2023 2023 has seen a whole variety of fundraising events in support of NSIF. Our amazing supporters have pulled out all the stops to help us continue to reach for our goal of finding a biological…

Read More

nsif 2023 EVENTS ROUND UP

4th September 2023

We were delighted to be able to hold our two annual fundraising events this summer, catching up with many of our fantastic supporters and raising money to support our continued ambition to develop a cure for paralysis through SCI. We…

Read More

nsif 17th Annual Golf Day 2023

Keen golfers headed out for the 17th year to the world renowned eighteen- hole course on the afternoon of Sunday the 30th of July to get a practise round in. On their return, they joined our other guests on the…

Read More

UCL 2022 Update

20th December 2022

2022 has been another busy year for the fantastic research team at UCL  They have made significant progress towards the project goal – laying the foundation for the translation of our lab research to clinical application in the UK. UCL…

Read More

Claire’s 2022 Fundraising Events

19th December 2022

We are very grateful to Claire Lomas, an nsif patron and prolific fundraiser who has, over the course of the year, raised a total of over £23,000 for the charity through completing a number of challenges and events. Claire started…

Read More

NSIF 2022 Events Round Up

Once again nsif were delighted to be able to hold our two annual fundraising events this summer and catch up with many of our fantastic supporters.  The Clay Pigeon Flush returned to its usual earlier date in June.  Hosted by…

Read More
Load More

Press Releases

Click here for a selection of useful resources and information for use by the press, journalists and anyone supporting our work

Some of our partners include