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Two papers recently published by Manchester researchers will help shape guidance for targeting tumours more accurately using the new MR-Linac, which combines MRI scanning and radiotherapy in one hi-tech package.
Continue reading full article: Manchester BRC researchers publish research into the use of new technology (MR-Linac)
World-wide representatives across research, industry and the NHS came together on 11 October 2017 to learn about Manchester’s ground-breaking hearing health research
Continue reading full article: BRC Hearing Health Showcase attracts world-wide interest
The UK’s first guideline on the care of adults with systemic lupus erythematosus (lupus), co-authored by a Manchester researcher, was recently published in in the journal Rheumatology.
Continue reading full article: British Society for Rheumatology publishes first UK guideline for the management of adults with lupus
New test set to transform breast cancer prevention Women who have a family history of breast cancer are set to benefit from a new genetic test at Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT) that assesses breast cancer risk
Continue reading full article: New test set to transform breast cancer prevention
The NIHR Manchester BRC, in collaboration with the NIHR Manchester CRF and supported by Oxford Road Corridor and Health Innovation Manchester is investing in the next generation of NHS researchers and want you to be part of it.
Continue reading full article: Short research placements available for nurses, midwives, pharmacists and allied health professionals
This workshop will provide attendees with opportunities to discuss and develop practical strategies for effective PPIE to enhance the design and delivery of their research and to meet the requirements of research funders.
Continue reading full article: Effective Patient and Public Involvement and Engagement in experimental medicine event 27th Nov
Dr Gisela Orozco has been awarded a Wellcome Trust Senior Research Fellowship to continue her work in genomics to gain a better understanding of the biological mechanisms that drive rheumatoid arthritis, which will ultimately help identify new and improved treatment.
Continue reading full article: Musculoskeletal geneticist secures esteemed Wellcome Trust Senior Research Fellowship
A recent review of dementia prevention, intervention and care in the Lancet identified hearing impairment as the largest potentially modifiable mid-life risk factor for dementia. In response Dr Piers Dawes has written a blog post for policy@manchester
Continue reading full article: Hearing impairment: A modifiable risk for dementia? By Dr Piers Dawes