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News Researcher leads in supporting those from ethnic minority backgrounds applying for research funding Birmingham researcher responds to a call to prioritise understanding barriers faced by researchers from ethnic minority backgrounds when applying for funding.
QS World University Subject Rankings released for 2023 University of Birmingham rises 30 places to be joint 62nd in the world for Life Sciences and Medicine.
19 December 2023 World first sustainable surgery research conference held Launch of first ever global clinical trial testing safety of reusable surgical gowns and drapes
18 December 2023 Doctor Who festive specials linked to lower death rates Study highlights the positive impact of doctors working over the festive period - may prompt broadcasters to air new Doctor Who episodes each year at Christmas
11 December 2023 Health impacts of abuse more extensive than previously thought, research says Mental health and maternal health had strongest association following intimate partner violence and childhood sexual abuse
08 December 2023 Toolkit helps researchers develop more equitable and representative research People under-represented in trials could benefit from improved health prospects thanks to a new toolkit that will help make research more inclusive.