Research
Breakthrough study shows exercise improves cognitive health for people with Down syndrome
Walking can lead to improved information processing and attention after just eight weeks. ...
Why HMRC's R&D crackdown is creating legitimate query concerns
His Majesty’s Revenue and Customs (HMRC) has been upfront in its efforts to scrutinise R&D tax relief claims, implementing much more red tape recently, particularly following the autumn statement. ...
Celebrating our Centres – London UCLH
This week we spoke to the team in London at BioResource Centre UCLH about what they’ve been working on and their priorities ahead. Learn about PPIE activity, what various members of the team have to say, how volunteer data is being used, and plans to engage underrepresented groups in th...
Celebrating our Centres - Leicester
This week we spoke to the team at the NIHR BioResource Centre Leicester about community engagement events at supermarkets to promote participation in research. In tandem, we also learn about Leicester’s very own NHS Trust Chief Executive, who has made a personal commitment to health res...
Happy 3rd Birthday to The Eating Disorders Genetics Initiative (EDGI) UK!
The Eating Disorders Genetics Initiative in the UK (EDGI UK) was launched 3 years ago, recruiting members of the public who have experienced any eating disorder. We spoke to the team to find out what's happened since the launch in 2020, achievements to date, who they've collaborated wit...
Sickle Cell Awareness Month 2023 – urgent plea for more donors of Black heritage
During this year’s Sickle Cell Awareness Month, the NHSBT urgently plea for 12,000 new Black donors, as demand from hospitals continues to grow. We discuss our contributions to blood disorder research, hailing the involvement from our volunteers and the importance of representation of d...
Get to know the inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) team at the NIHR BioResource
Who are they, what a day looks like in the team and everything involved in making our Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) team one of the core cogs in the workings of the NIHR BioResource! ...
Milner Therapeutics Institute to house world-class functional genomics laboratory, in new partnership with AstraZeneca and the Medical Research Council
The University of Cambridge announces a new partnership with AstraZeneca and the Medical Research Council (MRC) that will establish a new state-of-the-art functional genomics laboratory at the Milner Therapeutics Institute. ...
Agri-TechE - Make the Most of the Membership
Whether you’re new, a long-standing member or looking to join Agri-TechE network, meet our team online to find out how membership can benefit you and your organisation. ...
5 key considerations in connected device development
The value of a well-managed connected device can be significant, to both individuals and businesses. So, it is no surprise that the connected device ecosystem is not only thriving but growing exponentially. In fact, McKinsey global institute is estimating that connected (IoT) products ...