New test offers breakthrough in early detection of endometrial cancer Posted: Monday, June 1, 2020 Manchester researchers have helped to reach an important breakthrough in the fight against endometrial cancer, with the development of non-invasive test for women. Read More
Skin conditions triggered by sunlight have very substantial impact on patients’ quality of life, Manchester BRC-funded study reports Posted: Wednesday, May 20, 2020 A study funded by NIHR Manchester BRC has confirmed that patients with photodermatoses – which are skin conditions triggered by sunlight – experience a ‘substantial’ impact on their mental health and quality of life. Read More
Public involvement and engagement in the COVID-19 crisis Posted: Tuesday, May 19, 2020 Author: Dr Emily Howlett Research across the globe is shifting gears at an extraordinary rate in an effort to tackle the COVID-19 pandemic. In these exceptional times, how do we ensure the voices of patients and the public are heard? Read More
Manchester cancer professor receives major funding for urine testing that may transform cervical screening Posted: Friday, May 15, 2020 Manchester Professor of Gynaecological Oncology Emma Crosbie, has been awarded a prestigious five-year grant to investigate whether urine testing can be used to screen women for risk of cervical cancer. Read More
Your Path in Research – BRC PhD student – Vicky Smith Posted: Friday, May 15, 2020 Author: Vicky Smith The NIHR Your Path in Research campaign supports health care professionals to get more involved in research. For Bladder Cancer Awareness Month, BRC PhD student Vicky Smith shares her work to improve care and treatments for patients with the disease. Read More
Manchester cancer professor elected to Learned Society of Wales Posted: Thursday, May 7, 2020 Professor Gareth Evans, BRC Cancer Prevention & Early Detection Theme Lead, has been elected as a fellow for the prestigious Learned Society of Wales. Read More
How do we know what newborn babies are hearing? Posted: Thursday, May 7, 2020 Author: Dr Anisa Visram For Deaf Awareness Week Dr Anisa Visram, Research Audiologist at Manchester BRC tells us how the ‘Ladies in the van’ project has been travelling the UK to meet the challenge of finding out how much impact hearing aids have on babies’ hearing. Read More
National award for the Manchester Royal Infirmary rheumatology team Posted: Monday, April 20, 2020 The Kellgren Centre for Rheumatology at Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust has won a national award for its work with patients with rheumatoid arthritis. Read More