5,500 people diagnosed with rare genetic diseases in major research study
Around 5,500 people with severe developmental disorders now know the genetic cause of their condition, thanks to a major nationwide...
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£2.5 million European Research Council Advanced Grant to help reduce impact of falls
A major research award worth over £2.5 million has been awarded by the European Research Council (ERC) to support cutting-edge...
Vegan protein supports muscle building as effectively as animal protein, according to study
Fungi-derived mycoprotein is just as effective at supporting muscle building during resistance training as animal protein, according to the findings...
Exeter researcher awarded £1.5 million for research into root cause of type 1 diabetes
A leading researcher at the University of Exeter has been awarded £1.5 million that will fund ground-breaking research into type...
Father’s campaign helps unlock genomic research answers for son with rare condition
A father has used his medical knowledge as a physician’s assistant to piece together seemingly unconnected global research and compel...
Poverty is linked to increased dementia risk, regardless of genetics
People who live in poverty are significantly more likely to develop dementia compared to people of higher socioeconomic status, regardless...
Taking vitamin D could help prevent dementia, study finds
Taking vitamin D supplements may help ward off dementia, according to a new, large-scale study. Researchers at the University of...
Documentary tracks space quest of surgeon who lost both legs
The incredible story of the space quest of a surgeon who specialised in amputation and lost both legs to sepsis...
New study will explore how AI can improve female veterans’ mental health
More than £250,000 of Government funding will enable scientists at the University of Exeter to develop and evaluate the world’s...