Hi there! I'm raising money for Kidney Research UK by running the Edinburgh Half Marathon on the 27th May, 2018. As more of a golfer than a runner, this is going to be a massive challenge, but go big or go home right?!

I've been fortunate enough to be involved with Kidney Research UK over the past 4 years working as a research scientist and have been inspired by the amazing work this charity do. From giving Kidney Research UK representatives a tour of the lab, listening to the experiences of patients at the annual Fellows Day, discussing translational research with clinicians, to visiting the Scottish Parliament to discuss government policy, I have been humbled and inspired by the people I have met through the charity. So now it's my turn to raise awareness and more importantly some funds!

Kidney Research UK's mission is to:

• Fund and deliver life-saving research into kidney diseases.
• Improve treatments for people with kidney disease and enhance their quality of life.
• Increase awareness of kidney health, and support the early diagnosis and prevention of kidney disease and damage.

If you can, I'd be most grateful for any donations as I try my very best to run my first (and perhaps last) half marathon!

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