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Gene mutations cause low platelet numbers and increased bleeding, new research shows
Researchers have shown how a specific protein (Schlafen-14) does not function properly in some patients with thrombocytopenia.
- Published: 16 October 2025
Heart rate treatments could be used to improve heart function
Study reveals digoxin improves heart pump function and helps ease heart failure and atrial fibrillation symptoms.
- Published: 24 September 2025
Online education can enhance clinical guideline use by over 50%
An international study has shown that targeted online education on atrial fibrillation (AF) for health professionals can improve guideline-adherent care.
- Published: 13 June 2025
New award for research on genetic mutations offers hope for treating thrombosis
Professor Neil Morgan has been awarded a research grant to investigate the role of genetic mutations in preventing thrombosis.
- Published: 24 February 2025
Keeping hearts beating for 125 years
When the heart skips a beat: research from discovery science through to benefits for patients and the NHS.
- Published: 11 February 2025
240-year-old drug could save NHS £100m a year treating common heart rhythm disorder
Health economic analysis shows digoxin leads to fewer adverse events which could free up hospital beds
- Published: 31 January 2025
Recipients of 2025 Springboard Fellowship announced
Recipients of the fellowship scheme to receive support in developing independent research
- Published: 23 January 2025
Birmingham researchers awarded grant to tackle early-stage heart disease in chronic kidney disease
£300,000 of British Heart Foundation grant funding will provide important clues that could help find earlier interventions
- Published: 14 January 2025