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The parents of a three-year-old boy born with a devastating, life-limiting genetic condition say they are now excited for his future after he received a revolutionary stem cell gene therapy treatment developed by researchers in Manchester.
Continue reading full article: New hope for children with devastating rare genetic disorder, thanks to world-first research in Manchester
Collaboration and partnership with industry plays a key role in helping researchers and clinicians develop successful new tests and treatments for patients. Learn about the benefits of collaborating with Manchester BRC in our latest Spotlight On film.
Continue reading full article: Spotlight On: Innovation and Partnerships
If recommended by the NHS, a high proportion of UK adults would be willing to test their own hearing at home and use NHS self-fitting hearing aids, University of Manchester researchers find.
Continue reading full article: Adults support DIY ear care at home
A new study involving Manchester BRC researchers has revealed a drug approved for use in other conditions could be repurposed to prevent breast cancer in women before the menopause.
Continue reading full article: New study uncovers potential way to prevent breast cancer in pre-menopausal women
In spring this year, young people who had been adopted came together with University of Manchester researchers to produce two videos about their experience of taking part in research.
Continue reading full article: Participants in young people’s mental health study co-produce videos about research
In her latest blog Professor Anne Barton, Director of Manchester BRC, focuses on commercialisation, collaboration and co-development in partnership with industry.
Continue reading full article: Embed, Build, Accelerate – Manchester BRC Director’s blog – October 2025
Demonstrating the impact it has made over the past year, the NIHR Manchester Biomedical Research Centre has published a summary of its key outcomes, outputs and progress.
Continue reading full article: Celebrating our key achievements 2024-25
Mica, researcher from our Mental Health Theme, shares how young people have shaped her research into trauma and brain development.
Continue reading full article: Young people shaping research: a choice at every step