Speech-friendly face mask could end frustration of muffled chat Posted: Tuesday, June 28, 2022 A new face mask designed by Manchester researchers is promising to end the stress and anxiety talkers and listeners experience when they cover up. Read More
Manchester BRC professor recognised as ‘Outstanding Supervisor’ Posted: Monday, June 20, 2022 Manchester BRC's, Hearing Health, Paediatric Lifespan Lead, has been recognised for his contributions to nurturing the next generation of researcher talent. Read More
Why research placements can help us to be better clinicians – A Manchester BRC research placement story Posted: Wednesday, May 18, 2022 Author: Becky Garside In her blog paediatric audiologist Becky Gartside shares the benefits of her 12-week placement within the Hearing Health Theme, and how this has encouraged her to seek out a part-time research position. Read More
NHS develops world-first bedside genetic test to prevent babies going deaf Posted: Saturday, April 2, 2022 A world-first genetic test developed in Manchester, that could save the hearing of hundreds of babies each year has been successfully piloted in the NHS. Read More
Why extended high-frequency hearing testing is important to patients, and why we need to listen to them – World Hearing Day Posted: Thursday, March 3, 2022 Author: Melanie Lough On World Hearing Day Melanie Lough, Research Audiologist, discusses her proposed project that aims to widen the use of extended high-frequency hearing testing (audiometry) within NHS hearing services – and how patient and public involvement is helping to shape this research. Read More
Some COVID-19 symptoms could be anxiety driven, show hearing researchers Posted: Tuesday, February 22, 2022 A study by Manchester BRC researchers reveals reports of symptoms such as tinnitus and hearing loss during the coronavirus pandemic could in part have a psychosocial origin, rather than being directly linked to COVID-19 or the SARS-CoV2 virus. Read More
Manchester-led international research collaboration link genes to condition which causes hearing loss and infertility Posted: Thursday, October 28, 2021 New research led by Professor Bill Newman could revolutionise the diagnosis and treatment for people with Perrault syndrome. The rare genetic condition results in hearing loss in males and females, and early menopause or infertility in women. Read More
Evidence supports COVID-19 hearing loss link, say Manchester BRC researchers Posted: Monday, March 22, 2021 Hearing loss and other auditory problems are associated with COVID-19, according to research led by NIHR Manchester Biomedical Research Centre (BRC) and University of Manchester scientists. Read More