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British Science Festival connects people with cutting-edge innovation in Exeter
Celebrate the people, stories and ideas at the heart of science with us at the British Science Festival hosted by the University of Exeter this September.
'Smart’ socks that track distress in people living with dementia could transform care
A sock which combines sensors with artificial intelligence could help carers and care home staff detect agitation and prevent falls in people with dementia.
Creating a roadmap putting people at the centre of our research
We understand that putting people at the centre of our research makes it stronger. But how to do that? We’ve worked with senior Patient and Public Involvement and Engagement (PPIE) representatives to develop a strategy that creates a roadmap to help us.
Exeter’s Mood Disorders Centre part of £42m national mental health research funding
A psychological research, assessment, treatment, and training centre for people in the South West who suffer from depression is set to be part of a major new national project addressing issues surrounding mental health and illnesses.
Exeter Scientist Duo join Prince and Princess of Wales at NHS Big Tea 75th anniversary party
Researchers from Exeter Genomics Laboratory, part of the South West NHS Genomic Laboratory Hub have been honoured at an event marking the 75th anniversary of the NHS.
Innovative home blood testing service wins coveted Impact Award
An innovative new service developed in Exeter which allows people to take blood tests at home has won a prestigious national award to celebrate its positive benefit for patients.
Investing in the researchers of the future – first PhD projects announced.
We are delighted to announce our first ever cohort of PhD students. Six students, who will begin their studies in September, have been selected to carry out projects across our core research themes under the expert supervision of leading academics.
Working in partnership with industry to bring health benefits to the South West
"A strong link between industry, academia and the NHS can help make the South West a rewarding place to learn, work and deliver something of value to the UK and society at large."
New programme to move potential MND drugs into clinical trials faster
A ground-breaking experimental medicine programme that will enable researchers to screen potential drugs more rapidly in people with motor neuron disease (MND, also known as ALS), has been announced.
Research challenges current thinking on the genetic causes of very early menopause
The genetic causes of very early menopause will have to be reconsidered after researchers found that nearly all women who carried variations thought to cause the condition in fact had their menopause at an older age.
£1.9 million NIHR funding announced for innovative brain health app
The REACTIVE app will monitor brain health in older adults through regular cognitive tests, as well as providing users with a brain training programme to help them maintain their brain health.
Long Covid can impact fatigue and quality of life worse than some cancers
A new study examining the impact of Long Covid on peoples' lives finds there are still questions to be answered.