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University of Nottingham innovation to drive NHS rollout of ultra-rapid brain tumour genetic testing

A groundbreaking ultra-rapid method of genetically diagnosing brain tumours, developed by researchers at the University of Nottingham and Nottingham University Hospitals Trust, is set to benefit ...
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Could Earth’s magnetic field influence how we age?

In a study using fruit flies, researchers found that shielding flies from the Earth’s magnetic field altered mitochondrial function, lifespan and physical performance - with strikingly different ...
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Patients enrol in UK-wide study investigating ancestral and regional cancer inequalities

The first sub-study will support international research in the UK, US and South Africa, known as SAMBAI, aiming to understand factors that influence cancer outcomes in underserved populations of ...
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New diagnostic test for MS is less painful for patients, leads to a quicker diagnosis and cost savings for the NHS

A new test to diagnose multiple sclerosis (MS) using an MRI scan instead of a painful spinal tap, has been successfully rolled out in an NHS Trust in England. Experts from the University of Nottingham ...
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Scientists will investigate links between extreme heat and psychosis thanks to new funding

The project, HeatMAP – Role of Heat-Related Gut–Microbiota–Brain-Axis Changes in Psychosis, will explore the biological and environmental mechanisms linking extreme heat with the onset, worsening and ...
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Digital platform created to help people navigate end of life care, grief and loss

A digital platform has been launched that utilises AI to offer emotional and spiritual support to people navigating grief and loss.
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Nottingham engineers create revolutionary new sound effect paradigm

Electronic engineers at Nottingham have found a new way to create sound effects by manipulating the interaction of sound waves, a method that could open up new possibilities in the performing and ...
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Next wave of business-led clean tech innovation launched

A £1.5 million grant scheme has been renewed to support a new cohort of business-led innovation projects supported by the ...
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National project to bring 3D printing to hospital education

Working in collaboration with The National Association for Hospital Education (NAHE), the 3-year project will support staff working in a range of settings, including hospital schools, MPR (medical ...
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University of Nottingham announces British Wheelchair Basketball partnership following GB World Championship success

The University of Nottingham has formally launched a strategic partnership with British Wheelchair Basketball, strengthening its commitment to supporting elite para-sport and the development of ...
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New innovation programme launched for East Midlands businesses

Businesses across the East Midlands are being offered the opportunity to access specialist expertise and innovation support from the University of Nottingham through a new programme designed to help ...
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Study reveals peatlands may have less capacity to store carbon than predicted

A new study has revealed that peatlands may break under their own weight before they reach their carbon storage potential. Engineers from the University of Nottingham’s Faculty of Engineering used ...