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Author: Phil Haydon, Ph.D.

Phil Haydon, Ph.D., is an Emeritus Professor of Neuroscience at Tufts University School of Medicine. His research helped reveal how non-neuronal brain cells contribute to sleep regulation and play important roles in neurological disorders including epilepsy. His scientific work has led to the formation of several biotechnology companies, including GliaCure and Naveris. Beyond the laboratory, Phil is an accomplished offshore sailor and in 2024 won the double-handed division of the Newport–Bermuda Race.
Notes from a Night at Sea
June 5, 2021June 5, 2021

Notes from a Night at Sea

Crossing the traffic separation zone. A couple of tankers but nothing significant. Have been sailing next to Young American for several hours.

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Connecting with the Community
May 13, 2021May 25, 2021

Connecting with the Community

Though this trip was short in duration, it was action packed in so many ways. When I got to New York City,

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Shakedown Sail to NYC
May 11, 2021May 25, 2021

Shakedown Sail to NYC

This year I decided to do a shakedown sail before other long distance voyages. Previously, equipment malfunctions happened that shouldn’t have,

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Cassandra Lund, Healthcare Professional
March 10, 2021May 13, 2021

Cassandra Lund, Healthcare Professional

You cannot control what happens to you in life, but you can control how you respond to it. I started having seizures when I was […]

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Finding a Reliable Mechanic and the Right Tool to Fix Your Brain
March 4, 2021March 27, 2026

Finding a Reliable Mechanic and the Right Tool to Fix Your Brain

Why do people with epilepsy respond to different medications while others are unable to find a medication that controls their seizures? It’s a fascinating question […]

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Neurelis Commits to Multi-Year Sponsorship of Sail For Epilepsy
February 22, 2021February 22, 2021

Neurelis Commits to Multi-Year Sponsorship of Sail For Epilepsy

Sail For Epilepsy is excited to announce that Neurelis, Inc. has become an Admiralty level sponsor of Sail For Epilepsy. In addition to the development and commercialization of product candidates for […]

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East Coast Expedition
January 13, 2021May 31, 2021

East Coast Expedition

In preparation for our longer voyages, we’ll embark on an expedition during August and September 2021 along the East Coast of the United States. While […]

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Chanda Gunn, Epilepsy Foundation New England
January 2, 2021May 13, 2021

Chanda Gunn, Epilepsy Foundation New England

Chanda Gunn is an accomplished ice hockey player known for overcoming obstacles on and off the rink. When she was nine, she was diagnosed with […]

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Bacon, Mayonnaise and Avocados: Good for the Epileptic Brain?
December 16, 2020March 27, 2026

Bacon, Mayonnaise and Avocados: Good for the Epileptic Brain?

There is more and more interest in the use of a diet to control epilepsy that is not controlled by currently prescribed medications. But this […]

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Did You Know That There are Many Types of Epilepsy?
December 2, 2020March 27, 2026

Did You Know That There are Many Types of Epilepsy?

When someone says the word “seizure”, what do you think of? Does the idea make you feel anxious or scared? Many people think that seizures […]

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