NHS Could Save £50 Million Annually Through Pharmacy-Led Diabetes Screening

Pharmacy-led diabetes screening could save the NHS £50m annually, reducing GP burden and improving care.

Bristol Triumphs at National AI Awards

Bristol secures two wins at the National AI Awards, cementing its leadership in AI research.

Rising Temperatures, Rising Seizures: The Hidden Dangers of Heatwaves for Epilepsy Patients

Heatwaves may trigger more seizures and abnormal brain activity in people with epilepsy, suggests study.

Dundee’s MRC PPU Unit Secures £27.4M for Ground-breaking Disease Research and Drug Discovery

Dundee’s MRC PPU unit awarded £27.4M to advance Parkinson’s, cancer research, and drug development efforts.

AFRC Earns ISO 17025 Gold Standard for Mechanical Testing Lab Excellence

The AFRC achieves ISO 17025 certification, enhancing its world-class mechanical testing and research capabilities.

Machine Learning Revolutionizes Polymer Property Prediction

Japanese scientists use machine learning with X-ray diffraction to predict polymer properties, offering a non-destructive alternative.

Heriot-Watt Project Secures £750K to Develop Alternative to Painful Cancer Biopsies

Innovative method targets circulating tumour DNA in blood, potentially reducing reliance on painful biopsies.

Revolutionising organoid manufacturing: Monmouth Scientific Class 2 Biological Safety Cabinets enhance sterility and efficiency at Molecular Devices’ new Life Science facility

Molecular Devices launches a pioneering Cardiff facility for large-scale organoid production, enhancing drug discovery and aligning with UK Life Sciences Vision.

Verulam Scientific bring Supported Solutions to Lab Innovations

Systems, Consumables and Service from one local source – Big company delivery with small company care

Kaspar Hauser Mystery Solved, but Another Enigma Remains

New DNA tests debunk claims that Kaspar Hauser was a royal heir, but his origins remain unknown.

Bezos Earth Fund Grants £1.2M for Livestock Methane Reduction Research

RVC receives £1.2M from Bezos Earth Fund to explore vaccine solutions for cutting livestock methane emissions.

The parasite cure

Scientists repurpose a brain parasite to deliver treatments for neurological diseases, sparking hope and controversy.

Tasty Spoon: Restoring Taste for Dementia Patients

New technology aims to restore taste for dementia patients, improving their health and quality of life.

Heparin: A Promising Antidote for Cobra Venom Discovered

Researchers find that the common blood thinner heparin could be an affordable antidote for cobra bites

Overcoming the ‘Valley of Death’ in Net Zero Innovation

Discover how Heriot-Watt’s PrISMa platform accelerates carbon capture research with advanced simulations and analyses

Waste into Resource… Literally

Surrey researchers explore extracting phosphorus from urine to address global shortages, potentially meeting 11% of demand.

Elevating Biosafety: New Professional Registration Scheme for Biorisk Experts Launched

The Royal Society of Biology and Pirbright Institute launch the Bio-risk Professional Registration Scheme to set new biosafety standards.

Survey Reveals Limited Use of Non-Animal Models in R&D

Explore the current state of non-animal testing in life sciences with our latest insights. Innovative cell cultures, in silico models, and organoids are paving the way for more ethical research practices. Learn how collaboration and technology are driving this shift.

Frogs’ Sticky Secret: Nature’s Unexpected Defense Weapon

 

Researchers find slimy defence in frogs, offering potential for developing biomimetic adhesives.

Gut Microbiome “Digital Twin” Simulates Personalized Responses to Diet

Read new developments in using digital versions of SCFAs to stimulate reactions from diets