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This area contains news from the University since October 2020. For stories from 2010 to October 2020, use the 'News archive' above or search at the top of the page.
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Landmark MIROCALS clinical trial provides new insight into treatment of MND

Results of the landmark MIROCALS clinical trial, involving researchers from the University of ΞΆΓάΘ¦, have revealed new insights into the treatment of motor neuron disease (MND).
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Cutting-edge MRI could revolutionise diagnosis of common heart problem aortic stenosis

Scientists have developed cutting-edge MRI technology to diagnose a common heart problem more quickly and accurately than ever before.Β 
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University helps historic ΞΆΓάΘ¦ scissor maker sharpen its edge

A historic ΞΆΓάΘ¦ scissor maker is gaining new insights into the traditional craftsmanship that it has used to lovingly handcraft scissors for over a century through a collaboration with the University of ΞΆΓάΘ¦.
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FDA approves trial to advance pioneering treatment for Hereditary Spastic Paraplegia (HSP)

The US Food and Drug Administation (FDA) has approved BlackfinBio Limited’s Phase 1/2 clinical trial for its novel adeno-associated virus (AAV) gene therapy targeting Hereditary Spastic Paraplegia (HSP) Type 47 (SPG47).
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Lone parents and people with long-term health conditions disproportionately vulnerable to food insecurity

Lone parents and people with long term health conditions are more likely to be experiencing severe forms of food insecurity, according to a new study by the University of ΞΆΓάΘ¦.
2024 Goalkeepers champions

University of ΞΆΓάΘ¦ researcher recognised as world leader in nutrition

A researcher at the University of ΞΆΓάΘ¦ has been named as one of the 2024 Goalkeepers Champions by the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, for his incredible impact on nutrition.
Neville Chamberlain holding the paper containing the resolution to commit to peaceful methods signed by both Hitler and himself on his return from Munich

Link between mental health and traumatic world events, highlighted by new film

A University of ΞΆΓάΘ¦ historian has collaborated on a new film that shines a spotlight on the link between mental health and major world events, such as the threat of war.
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University of ΞΆΓάΘ¦ staff trading car journeys for free coffee

ΞΆΓάΘ¦ has directly removed almost 2,400 commuting journeys from ΞΆΓάȦ’s roads in the last year by offering free coffees in return for staff leaving their cars at home.
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University of ΞΆΓάΘ¦ top in England for working with businesses and public engagement

ΞΆΓάΘ¦ is one of the best universities in the country for working with businesses and public and community engagement, according to the latest Knowledge Exchange Framework (KEF).