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Sister's Tribute: £190K Funds Brain Tumour Research in Brother's Name
24 Oct
Summary
- Family donated £190,000 to fund a PhD researcher at Nottingham University.
- Isaac Wilton died in October 2025 from an aggressive glioblastoma tumor.
- Research aims to understand and treat glioblastoma, a world-first study.
A significant donation of £190,000 has been made to the University of Nottingham's Brain Tumour Research Centre of Excellence, established in January 2026. This generous gift was given by the family of Isaac Wilton, who tragically died in October 2025 at the age of 22. Isaac succumbed to glioblastoma, an aggressive form of brain tumor, which he was diagnosed with in April 2024.
The family's donation will specifically fund a PhD researcher in Isaac's name. This contribution supports vital research, including a world-first study aimed at understanding and treating glioblastoma. The center's opening followed a substantial £2.6 million investment from Brain Tumour Research.
Isaac's sister, Harriet Wilton, highlighted the critical importance of this research, noting the unique challenges presented by such tumors and the distinct nature of this research center. The family's efforts also previously included a fundraiser for immunotherapy treatment, which allowed Isaac to explore experimental options.
