31 March 2021
A new EU-funded collaborative research project will develop the first integrative digital platform for diagnosing atrial cardiomyopathy.
30 March 2021
Patients with lupus are more likely to have metabolic syndrome and insulin resistance – both factors linked to heart disease – if they have lower vitamin D levels, a new study reveals.
29 March 2021
University of Birmingham with support from the UK Coronavirus Immunology Consortium has found that 99% of people generate a robust immune response against COVID-19 after just one dose of the Pfizer vaccine.
26 March 2021
A clinical trial led by the University of Birmingham aims to find the best surgical treatments to prevent blindness in patients with a neurological condition.
24 March 2021
Experts have come together to discuss the latest innovations in atrial fibrillation research and publish a set of agreed clinical and research recommendations.
24 March 2021
Review shows rapid antigen tests are better at correctly identifying cases of COVID-19 in people with symptoms than in people without symptoms.
23 March 2021
A study of UK rugby players has found an accurate diagnosis method for concussion using saliva, paving the way for non-invasive clinical tests for concussion.
21 March 2021
New gene therapy innovation centre set to advance scientific discoveries into promising treatment options for millions of patients with life-threatening diseases.
17 March 2021
A new study being carried out in collaboration with the University of Birmingham could save the NHS up to £45m over three years through home dialysis treatment
16 March 2021
Dr Punith Kempegowda been selected as winner of the John Munro Medal for Excellence in Teaching 2020. His nomination was submitted by Dr Eka Melson and was fully supported by the selection panel.
15 March 2021
A new project has been launched in collaboration with the University of Birmingham aimed at aiding more precise drug dosing in children with cancer.
11 March 2021
Surgery should be delayed for seven weeks after a patient tests positive for COVID-19 – as operations taking place up to six weeks after diagnosis are associated with increased risk of death.