A three-year study by the University of Manchester found that people migrating from India to Britain are at greater risk of cardiovascular disease due to higher body mass, blood pressure, and cholesterol levels. The research highlights the importance of adopting a healthy lifestyle with a balanced diet and regular exercise.
Researchers at The University of Manchester and The University of Maryland School of Medicine have made a breakthrough in understanding what makes a substance taste sweet. They found that sugar interacts with two types of taste receptors on the tongue, while some synthetic sweeteners only interact with one receptor. This discovery has ...
The University of Manchester will develop new composite technologies and materials in partnership with the University of Washington, focusing on future 'greener' aircraft design and testing safety levels of composite materials. The project aims to unlock the potential of composite materials for the aerospace industry.
The ATTACK project aims to engineer T-cells to target and destroy cancer tumors. By modifying the immune system's natural defense mechanisms, researchers hope to develop a selective treatment method that spares healthy cells.
A recent study has found that patients with head injuries are ten times more likely to die than those with other types of injuries. The lack of neurosurgical care is associated with a significant increase in mortality rates, highlighting the need for improved emergency response systems.
The University of Manchester has received a £1.9m grant to develop e-science software as part of the Open Middleware Infrastructure Institute-UK (OMII-UK) initiative. The project will focus on the myGrid platform, which supports biomedical research and has been widely adopted since 2001.
A team of international researchers has discovered a new method to link qubit rings, which could lead to the creation of the world's most powerful computers. The breakthrough opens up the possibility of creating quantum gates, a more advanced version of processors found in modern computers.
A recent study by the University of Manchester discovered that pillows can contain a substantial fungal load, with some samples having over 1 million fungal spores per pillow. The research highlights the potential for fungal contamination to exacerbate respiratory diseases like asthma and sinusitis in adults.
The European Infliximab for Psoriasis Efficacy and Safety Study (EXPRESS) found that 80% of patients achieved at least a 75% improvement in symptoms after ten weeks treatment with the drug. The study showed significant skin clearance and nail psoriasis response in moderate to severe psoriasis sufferers.
Researchers at the University of Manchester have shown that IL-1ra protects brain cells from injury and death in laboratory studies. The first small trial of IL-1ra in patients has demonstrated promising results, which may lead to a full trial next year to test its effectiveness.
The University of Manchester's Wellcome Trust Centre for Cell-Matrix Research has secured a £3.1 million grant for the next five years to develop approaches for preventing and treating diseases, including cancer, osteoarthritis, and vascular disease through vascular engineering.
The NewMood project aims to identify genetic traits that contribute to depression by analyzing brain responses to fearful faces and rewards. Volunteers will participate in a online test and provide a mouth swab for genetic analysis.
Researchers found that higher intake of beta-cryptoxanthin and vitamin C in fruit and vegetables was associated with a lower risk of developing inflammatory polyarthritis. A modest daily increase in these nutrients, equivalent to one glass of orange juice, may help protect against inflammatory joint diseases.
A study by the University of Manchester found that fewer people have real faith than passively 'belong' to a religion. Religious parents having more children may be a factor slowing the decline, as around one child in 12 opt for a denomination not mentioned by either parent.
Researchers have created a family of one-atom-thin materials with unique properties, including strength, insulation, and conductivity. These materials offer vast possibilities for space-age engineers and designers.
Researchers discover Aspergillus fumigatus has genes required for sexual reproduction, affecting disease control and potential antifungal drug resistance. The fungus's common presence in compost heaps may be a hotbed of fungal sex.
Researchers found that the immune system can control disease by increasing cell renewal in the intestine, allowing parasites to be expelled naturally. This discovery may lead to new ideas for treating inflammatory bowel diseases and bowel cancer.
Scientists at the University of Manchester studied the mating behaviour of dusky roaches to understand the mechanisms behind age-related decline in female fertility. The research suggests a natural biochemical reaction is to blame, where perfectly healthy eggs begin to die due to delayed reproduction.
The University of Manchester's Centre for the History of Science, Technology and Medicine is conducting a three-month study on infectious diseases. The project will examine the evolving risk of diseases, changing detection requirements, and cutting-edge science to inform future research and management policies.
The University of Manchester is developing a state-of-the-art Vision Chip that will enable robots to respond to events and multitask like humans. The chip, based on the retina of the human eye, will process complex images at rapid rates, allowing robots to react in real time.
A recent study led by Professor Albert Zijlstra has found that up to 0.1% of a star's mass can be expelled during re-ignition, equivalent to 300 times the mass of Earth. This discovery suggests that part of the carbon in the universe may have come from these events, providing new insights into the formation of our planet.
A study by the University of Manchester found that wearers who slept in hydrogel lenses were five times more likely to develop keratitis than those sleeping in silicone hydrogel lenses. Silicone hydrogels are now recommended as a safer option for extended wear.
The National Centre for Text Mining provides a groundbreaking service for the academic community, utilizing natural language processing and data mining to uncover hidden patterns and associations. This innovative approach has already shown promise in fields like drug discovery and predictive toxicology.
The new £6m biocentre will pioneer a novel approach to genomics, combining theoretical models with experimental data. This will enable pharmaceutical companies to develop safer medicines more efficiently by predicting human reactions in advance.
The 'Dig Manchester' project has seen the community come together to uncover history, with businesses donating goods in kind and a sense of community pride emerging. The three-year programme will also involve similar projects in Northenden and Wythenshawe, aiming to promote local heritage and regeneration.
The Trust supports well-established researchers to carry out single, outstanding projects. Professor Hillel Steiner's 'Just Price' project explores the concept of fair prices, while Professor David Hulme's book synthesizes global poverty reduction research.
The University of Manchester has been awarded grants totaling £826,000 for brain science and mental health research projects. The awards recognize the university's excellence in neuroscience and mental health research, with a focus on developing novel ideas for laboratory and population-based studies.
The University of Manchester is conducting a groundbreaking study to investigate the impact of early pregnancy on bone health in teenage mothers. The researchers aim to determine whether calcium and mineral supplements can be beneficial for younger expectant mothers, with findings expected by the end of 2006.
A team of researchers at the University of Manchester has discovered that cell communication signals can be more complicated than previously thought. This breakthrough should help scientists better investigate what happens when these signals go wrong, potentially leading to new cancer treatments.
A team of experts from the University of Manchester and Imperial College London discovered a gene called melanopsin that causes nerve cells to become photoreceptive. Activating this gene in non-light-sensitive cells makes them sensitive to light, which may provide a new approach to treating visual loss.
Researchers at the University of Manchester are exploring the role of p63 in cleft palate development. By investigating how this protein works during normal development and how it is disrupted in cleft palate, the study aims to improve understanding of the condition and potential therapies.
The European Skeletal Dysplasia Network (ESDN) enables doctors to submit patient data and x-rays to a secure portal, where it's referred to experts in six countries for accurate diagnoses. The system overcomes geographical barriers and brings together scarce clinical resources for rare conditions.
The University's involvement will upgrade primary education in Vietnam's ten provinces, with a national roll-out planned. The project aims to develop primary teachers' professional standards through improved training and quality assurance.
Dr Jeff Hughes wins Watson Davis and Helen Miles Davis Prize for his book on the Manhattan Project, challenging widely held beliefs about the expansion of scientific projects. The book offers a broader narrative on 'Big Science' from the early 20th century to its collapse in the 1990s.
The University of Manchester has developed a new technique that allows scientists to study protein molecules in complete detail, doubling the number of visible atoms compared to current methods. This breakthrough enables the creation of more effective medicines by targeting specific proteins.
Researchers at University of Manchester create graphene, the first two-dimensional fullerene, exhibiting remarkable electronic properties. The nanofabric shows potential to replace gallium arsenide in niche markets due to low energy consumption and high electron mobility.