Why alopecia research matters – Lisa’s story Posted: Wednesday, September 28, 2022 For Alopecia Awareness Month 2022, Lisa Hewitt has shared her personal alopecia journey and what being a part of a hair loss research study has meant to her. Continue reading full article: Why alopecia research matters – Lisa’s story
‘Record numbers’ recruited to national research library thanks to pioneering approach driven by Greater Manchester Posted: Thursday, September 22, 2022 A pioneering method of delivering research – popularised during the height of the COVID-19 pandemic – is being leveraged for the benefit of Greater Manchester residents. Continue reading full article: ‘Record numbers’ recruited to national research library thanks to pioneering approach driven by Greater Manchester
Why alopecia research matters – a blog by Dr Matthew Harries inflammatory hair diseases, deputy lead Posted: Friday, August 5, 2022 Author: Dr Matthew Harries Highlighting International Alopecia Day, Dr Matthew Harries, deputy lead of Manchester BRC’s inflammatory hair diseases research programme shines a light on the condition, and shares his insight into BRC research in this area. Continue reading full article: Why alopecia research matters – a blog by Dr Matthew Harries inflammatory hair diseases, deputy lead
Meet the interns: budding Black health data scientists receive Manchester BRC funding Posted: Wednesday, August 3, 2022 The next generation of health data scientists are taking their first steps into this rapidly expanding field, with internships enriching Manchester BRC research. Continue reading full article: Meet the interns: budding Black health data scientists receive Manchester BRC funding
‘World-first’ graphene-based test could rapidly detect patients’ need for antibiotic treatment Posted: Wednesday, July 20, 2022 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
Interrupting the treatment of vulnerable people on immune-suppressing medicines, doubles their antibody response to COVID-19 booster vaccination Posted: Monday, July 11, 2022 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
BRC radiotherapy professor elected to Academy of Medical Sciences Fellowship Posted: Thursday, June 30, 2022 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
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. Continue reading full article: Speech-friendly face mask could end frustration of muffled chat