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Major European Commission grant to boost researchers’ quest for scanning techniques to improve arthritis and cancer drug safety

Manchester is part of a new consortium which will develop new CT and MRI scan techniques and biomarkers to look at the accumulation of compounds in the body caused by drugs and the harm they may cause – potentially improving patients’ safety and the development of new treatments.

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Trial of new triple inhaler shows 20% reduction in COPD flare-ups

Manchester research has shown flare-ups in chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, the UK’s fourth leading cause of death, can be reduced by 20% by a combined triple inhaler.

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Mite-proof bedcovers may reduce asthma flare-ups in children

Bedcovers which form a barrier to house dust mites appear to reduce asthma flare-ups in children, according to new research conducted in Manchester.

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Manchester researchers provide new insight into rare musculoskeletal condition

Two new publications, supported by the NIHR Manchester Musculoskeletal Biomedical Research Unit, provide new information that could help better diagnosis and treatment of Inclusion Body Myositis (IBM), a rare musculoskeletal condition.

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Cancer PED poster recognised at national conference

Manchester researchers achieved peer recognition for their approach to cancer prevention and early diagnosis (PED), at a recent Cancer Research UK conference.

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Manchester leads the way among most cited European rheumatology researchers

Five research theme leads from the Musculoskeletal BRU have been included in a list of the top 30 most cited rheumatology authors in the Europe.

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Manchester Biomedical Research Centre PhD studentships

Opportunities to apply for NIHR Manchester Biomedical Research Centre PhD studentships, starting from September.

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Manchester recognised as a centre of excellence for fungal respiratory infections

A partnership between The University of Manchester and University of South Manchester Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust has been recognised as a centre of excellence for the diagnosis and treatment of aspergillosis and other fungal infections.

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