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Research into a new generation of a graphene-based diagnostic test – which could identify patients who need antibiotics in minutes, instead of hours – will be delivered in Manchester.
Continue reading full article: ‘World-first’ graphene-based test could rapidly detect patients’ need for antibiotic treatment
A major clinical trial supported by Manchester BRC researchers has found that by interrupting the treatment of vulnerable people on long-term immune supressing medicines for two weeks after a COVID-19 booster vaccination, their antibody response to the jab is doubled.
Continue reading full article: Interrupting the treatment of vulnerable people on immune-suppressing medicines, doubles their antibody response to COVID-19 booster vaccination
Advanced Radiotherapy Theme's Professor Tim Illidge has received a prestigious Fellowship from the Academy of Medical Sciences in recognition for his work.
Continue reading full article: BRC radiotherapy professor elected to Academy of Medical Sciences Fellowship
A new face mask designed by Manchester researchers is promising to end the stress and anxiety talkers and listeners experience when they cover up.
Continue reading full article: Speech-friendly face mask could end frustration of muffled chat
Manchester BRC's, Hearing Health, Paediatric Lifespan Lead, has been recognised for his contributions to nurturing the next generation of researcher talent.
Continue reading full article: Manchester BRC professor recognised as ‘Outstanding Supervisor’
Dr Jen Davies-Oliveira discusses HPV urine testing in the LGTBQIA+ community for the prevention and early detection of cervical cancer.
Continue reading full article: #PrideInResearch at the MCRC – HPV screening for all
In June 2022's edition, Professor Ian Bruce shares news on NIHR funding and the piloting of a new race equality framework, as well as the usual round up of latest news and developments for the NIHR Manchester Biomedical Research Centre (BRC).
Continue reading full article: Bridging the Gap – June 2022
In this latest Innovator Insights blog, Dr Annie Yarwood, Operations Manager for Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust’s (MFT) Diagnostic and Technology Accelerator (DiTA), shares her journey into research and how DiTA can support innovators.
Continue reading full article: Innovator Insights blog – Dr Annie Yarwood