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Respiratory

Using precision medicine to reduce unnecessary use of antibiotics for COPD flare-up

Posted: Thursday, November 15, 2018 Author: Dr Alexander Mathioudakis

During World Antibiotic Awareness Week, Dr Alexander Mathioudakis, BRC Clinical Fellow discusses how the TRACE-COPD trial is using blood tests to guide and target the administration of antibiotics and oral steroids.

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Drugs’ side effects in lungs ‘more widespread than thought’

Posted: Monday, October 29, 2018

A systematic review of research has revealed that the toxic effects on the lung of drugs commonly taken to treat a range of common conditions is much more widespread than thought.

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Understanding IP management, when to commercialize and engage industry – 2nd November

Posted: Wednesday, October 10, 2018

This event will provide training and advice on how to understand and identify IP, through to realising the commercial impact of the products, processes or services from their research, how to engage with industry in this process and funding opportunities available.

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Understanding the impact of patient and public involvement in research: Making evaluation work for you – 22 November

Posted: Monday, October 8, 2018

NIHR Manchester Biomedical Research Centre Themed Discussion and Networking Event.

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Rapid Translational Incubator workshop: helping you to resolve challenges with experimental trial and studies

Posted: Monday, October 1, 2018

The workshop will present how the BRC Rapid Translation Incubator can support researchers and clinical trial coordinators.

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New industry focused animation launched

Posted: Friday, September 28, 2018

This week the NIHR Manchester Biomedical Research Centre and Clinical Research Facility have launched two new animations aimed at the life sciences industry.

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Test could detect patients at risk from lethal fungal spores

Posted: Thursday, September 20, 2018

Scientists at The University of Manchester have discovered a genetic mutation in humans linked to a 17-fold increase in the amount of dangerous fungal spores in the lungs.

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MMPathIC’s flexible pipeline model for working – an integrated pathway to diagnostic innovation

Posted: Tuesday, September 18, 2018

Manchester Molecular Pathology Innovation Centre (MMPathIC) has developed a virtual pipeline model for the development of novel biomarkers and technologies; offering a simplified and streamlined pathway for market access.

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News & Events Category: Respiratory

News & Events Category:
Respiratory