News in the College Back to 'Medical and Dental Sciences' Latest news from the College of Medical and Dental Sciences Matthew Campbell-Hill appointed Chair of the Disabled Persons Transport Advisory Committee Description:Matthew advises government on inclusivity and accessibility of all transport for across the UK. Date:30 May 2023 £2.5 million grant for West Midlands researchers to tackle urgent health and social care questions Description:Grant allows West Midlands researchers to provide evidence to policymakers in health and social care to ensure the highest quality of care is received.Date:24 May 2023 New concussion study in women’s rugby Description:Marker Diagnostics, which developed a saliva-based concussion diagnostic based on Birmingham research, is to start a study on concussion in sportswomen. Date:18 May 2023 Brain cell death in rare disease Wolfram syndrome linked to mitochondrial defects Description:The Sarkar and Barrett labs have defined the molecular basis of neurodegeneration in Wolfram Syndrome patients carrying the WFS1 gene mutation.Date:17 May 2023 The ‘invisible’ cellulose coatings that mitigate surface transmission of pathogens Description:A thin film of cellulose fibre that is invisible to the naked eye, is suitable for use on high traffic objects such as door handles and handrails. Date:17 May 2023 £2m boost for study to detect early stage ovarian cancer Description:NHS Cancer Programme funding will see an advanced test used at GP surgeries in the West Midlands to diagnose early-stage ovarian cancer.Date:15 May 2023 Cannabinoid-based drug trial for brain tumours begins Description:Patients with aggressive brain tumours may be able to take part in a new trial of a cannabinoid-based drug, coordinated by the University of Birmingham.Date:12 May 2023 Birmingham cancer researchers show how reduced MYB levels promote malignant blood cell development Description:Study showed that low levels of the MYB protein can be linked to the development of rare blood cancers. Date:12 May 2023 Birmingham researchers receive grant to investigate methods to prevent dental cavities and erosion Description:The prevalence of dental cavities remains high, as a result of acids produced by some oral bacteria in dental plaque, as well as acids found in food and drink.Date:11 May 2023 AI-powered personalised medicine tool for hypertension being developed Description:Hypertension patients could receive a personalised medication profile thanks to a new, artificial intelligence-supported research project.Date:10 May 2023 Antibiotic-resistant bacteria contaminates whole ICU - study Description:Almost one third of patients in a Chinese ICU infected by antibiotic-resistant bacteria causing severe disease, new study reveals.Date:09 May 2023 Lifesaving solution dramatically reduces severe bleeding after childbirth Description:A trial of a set of interventions to manage postpartum haemorrhage, published in the New England Journal of Medicine, found a 60% reduction in heavy bleeding Date:09 May 2023 Previous1234567Next