I have been fortunate enough to have been involved with Action Medical Research since my first research fellowship position at University College London in 1999. Since working in Cambridge, Action Medical Research has funded a number of projects helping us develop optical imaging technologies to understand better brain development and injury in high risk babies requiring intensive care. The latest grant is a culmination of this work where we are developing the first ever whole brain functional imaging scanner using optical and ultrasound technologies.

I have been persuaded to join Action Medical Research on their annual Ziggurat cycle ride from Bilbao to Madrid. As well as to show my support and highlight the amazing work Action Medical Research do, this is also an opportunity to give back to the charity that has done so much to support my research career and research team.

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Action Medical Research are the leading UK charity dedicated to funding vital research to help sick and disabled babies, children and young people. Action have been funding medical breakthroughs for 70 years now and have helped to beat polio, fight meningitis, prevent stillbirths and develop ultrasound scanning in pregnancy. They are now driving forward children's research, including in the fight against premature birth and rare diseases.

Our 10th Annual cycling networking tour Ziggurat will see around 70 riders cycle from Bilbao to Madrid on a fully supported 4 day ride for the construction industry.

By donating money for this incredible charity, you are helping to find ways to reduce premature birth, to support children facing a lifetime of challenges caused by disabilities, and to develop cutting-edge therapies for rare and incurable diseases. With your help we're determined to make a real change to children's lives.