Genome Sequencing University of Birmingham researchers are at the heart of a scientific partnership using genetic sequencing to understand how COVID-19 spreads and evolves
Antibody tests Researchers are developing rapid virus testing solutions and evaluating tests to help create the 'bigger picture' in the global fight against COVID-19.
Long COVID As the global COVID-19 pandemic has progressed, evidence has emerged that some patients who survive the virus are experiencing prolonged symptoms and complications beyond the initial period of acute infection.
Immunity With the SARS-CoV-2 pandemic still holding the world in its grip, identifying how our immune system responds to the virus is critical to understanding the unknowns surrounding COVID-19.
COVID-19 and air pollution Researchers at the University of Birmingham are contributing to a developing global conversation about how the pandemic will impact on societies over short, medium and long time frames in both the global south and north.
Vaccine distribution The COVID-19 virus has changed life on a massive scale – disrupting economies, communities, families and individuals.
Educational inequality The COVID-19 pandemic has created chaos in many education systems across the world, deepening the problems faced by disadvantaged children and young people.
Health Data The Birmingham based research group PIONEER is exploring how big health data can be used to improve patient outcomes for a range of medical issues. Find out more about their health data research here.