Susan Axelrod

Susan Axelrod is a prominent public health advocate and the founder of the Citizens United for Research in Epilepsy (CURE), which funds research to find better treatments and a cure for epilepsy. She became deeply involved in epilepsy advocacy after her son was diagnosed with the condition. Axelrod’s work has helped raise awareness and increase research funding to improve the lives of people with epilepsy. She is also known for her efforts to support families affected by neurological disorders and for fostering collaboration among researchers, clinicians, and policymakers to advance scientific understanding and treatment options.