A study by Dr Sian Taylor-Phillips and her team found no decline in mammogram readers' accuracy, despite previous theories suggesting a 'vigilance decrement.' The researchers analyzed 1.2 million women's x-rays and found that cancer detection rates stayed constant throughout each batch of approximately 35 readings.
Researchers found that plants can only withstand a limited number of genetic changes before population collapse and extinction. The study challenges common thinking on plant adaptability and has significant implications for agriculture and horticulture in the face of rapid climate change.
A UK-based clinical trial is being conducted to explore the effectiveness of a holistic rehabilitation program for people with and beyond cancer. The study aims to address the lack of support for those living with cancer in the UK, who often experience physical and emotional challenges after treatment.
Research from the University of Warwick found that adolescents who spend quality time with their parents are more likely to pursue further study. Cultural activities, such as visiting museums and galleries, also play a significant role in increasing educational aspirations.
A new study suggests that parents of very premature babies agree with their children that life quality is lower, despite improvements seen in full-term birth groups. Health-related quality of life was evaluated at ages 13 and 26 in individuals born preterm or at term.
Researchers have developed a low-cost prototype using Xbox Kinect sensors to assess respiratory function, providing more accurate measurements than traditional spirometry methods. The system enables physicians to measure and assess how a chest wall moves, which could help identify numerous respiratory problems.
A new report by the Equality and Human Rights Commission reveals hundreds of non-natural deaths in detention, with a lack of specialist mental health services and oversight contributing to the problem. The report calls for improvements in police custody, prisons, and psychiatric hospitals to address these concerns.
Children born prematurely show poorer reading and maths skills, with effects lasting into adulthood. A new study found that additional support, rather than delayed entry, is needed to help preterm children succeed.
Researchers at the University of Warwick have discovered a lack of stem cells in the womb lining is causing thousands of women to suffer from recurrent miscarriages. The team believes a new treatment could bring hope to those who have suffered failed pregnancies, correcting defects before pregnancy and potentially preventing miscarriages.
The University of Warwick will receive £5 million to support 66 PhD students in engineering and physical sciences research. The program aims to equip students with advanced research training and skills to address 21st-century questions.
A recent study by University of Warwick researcher Mirko Draca found that higher-priced items are more likely to be stolen. The analysis of monthly data over a 10-year period reveals a strong relationship between price and crime, with a 10% increase in prices associated with a 3.5% increase in crime.
A University of Warwick study suggests that EU policy must change to address the migrant crisis. Researchers propose four new measures: replacing deterrent border control with interventions addressing migratory causes, revising migration categories to reflect diverse reasons for migration, opening safe and legal routes, and improving r...
Researchers discovered that statin drugs interact with a gap junction protein called GJC3, releasing ATP and causing inflammation. The discovery provides a new target for understanding why some patients experience harmful effects like muscle toxicity when taking statins.
Research by the University of Warwick found a link between reduced one-to-one nursing care for premature new-borns and a higher death rate. The study, published in Archives of Disease in Childhood (Fetal & Neonatal Edition), showed a third decrease in this type of care between 2008 and 2012.
A new report found that mature drivers are in favour of tighter rules on checking the health and suitability of over-70s to drive. Over half of respondents self-regulate to stay safe, but many support measures to increase their safety on the roads, such as annual tests and regular eyesight checks.
The University of Warwick is partnering with doctors from University Hospital, Coventry to investigate the causes of early miscarriage. Researchers aim to develop new treatments and improve understanding of why miscarriages occur in some women more frequently than others.
Researchers at the University of Warwick have discovered that plants can predict when they'll be infected with a fungal pathogen and increase their resistance levels accordingly. The key finding is a single protein called JAZ6, which connects the plant clock to its immune system.
A new study found that images of intense staring eyes and a clean citrusy smell substantially improved hand-washing rates among hospital staff and visitors. The researchers discovered that exposure to male eyes led to a higher rate of hand-washing compared to female eyes, while the citrus smell boosted hand-washing by nearly 50%.
Researchers at the University of Warwick discovered that sperm tails rotate in a counter-clockwise motion to move through fluids. Approximately 50% of observed sperm moved to the right by distorting their bodies to counteract the left-turning force, suggesting two distinct physiologically subpopulations
Researchers have discovered a stellar superflare on KIC9655129 with wave patterns similar to those observed in solar flares, suggesting the potential for the Sun to also produce a superflare. This could lead to catastrophic consequences, including power blackouts and disruptions to GPS and radio communication systems.
The University of Warwick has been awarded funding for 15 PhD studentships in quantitative cellular dynamics, molecular microbiology, and anti-microbial resistance. The partnership with the Medical Research Council will provide a strong interdisciplinary training programme to produce future leaders in biomedical research.
Researchers develop simple raisin test to forecast a child's attention and learning capacity. The test shows that premature-born toddlers are more likely to struggle with attention regulation and academic achievement.
A new study suggests that vast quantities of radiation from superflaring Red Dwarf stars like Kepler-438 can strip away an atmosphere and make a planet uninhabitable. The energy released by each superflare is equivalent to 100 billion megatons of TNT, posing a significant threat to life on Earth-like planets.
The partnership aims to equip researchers with ethical guidelines for using big data and real-time analytics. The three-day module will provide training on the ethics of big data and data linkage, utilizing IBM's research into big data ethics.
Researchers at the University of Warwick have created the first ever weather map of a planet outside our solar system, revealing wind speeds of over 2km per second. The winds on exoplanet HD 189733b are 20 times faster than the fastest recorded on Earth.
Researchers capture first image of a debris ring orbiting a white dwarf star, revealing a spiral-like structure and 'inside-out' structure. The ring system is formed by the star's gravity tearing apart asteroids, emitting a dark red glow from gas produced by collisions.
Researchers found pregnant women with depression symptoms spend more time sitting down, leading to greater weight gain and higher risk of gestational diabetes. Reducing sitting time may improve metabolic health during pregnancy.
Research at the University of Warwick suggests that cognitive behavioural therapies (CBT) can be moderately to strongly effective in tackling insomnia in patients with long-term pain. The study also found improved sleep results in decreased depression, fatigue, and pain. However, electronic delivery methods were less effective.
A new study by the NTD Modelling Consortium suggests that targeted research and high-quality data analysis can help prevent transmission of these diseases. The researchers aim to identify high-risk populations and develop effective interventions to meet the 2025 target.
Researchers are speaking to refugees and migrants to understand their journeys across the Mediterranean, aiming to inform EU policy on migration. The project focuses on European island arrival points in Greece, Italy, and Malta, providing valuable information for charities and organisations.
A new study published in Environmental Research Letters has identified changes in the shape of rainfall across Europe, making it challenging to determine local climate change. In Scotland, researchers found that heavy rainfall days have increased by over 50%, leading to more intense rain events.
The University of Warwick will receive £115,000 in funding to involve the public in research. This project aims to embed public engagement in research culture, enhancing research quality and societal significance.
A call has been made for governments to restrict the production and sale of unhealthy, cheap salty junk food due to its detrimental impact on public health. Research suggests that low-income populations consume more salt than their higher-income counterparts, leading to lower life expectancy and increased disabilities.
The UK's largest breast cancer physiotherapy trial, PROSPER, will investigate the impact of physiotherapy on women after breast cancer surgery. The study aims to inform national guidelines and improve treatment outcomes for women experiencing shoulder problems and chronic pain after their treatment.
Researchers at the University of Warwick are developing innovative visualization technology to analyze the effectiveness of climate change adaptation initiatives worldwide. They will use big and small data to better understand complex social systems and identify successful interventions.
A recent study by the University of Warwick found a significant link between premature birth and decreased intelligence, reading, and mathematical ability in adulthood. The research also highlighted an impact on earnings into adulthood, with preterm-born individuals more likely to be manual workers or have lower family incomes.
Astronomers discovered 'irregular heartbeats' in a dying star, caused by massive outbursts that break its regular pulse and heat up its surface. The phenomenon may reveal new physics behind stellar pulsations and could be triggered by resonance.
New research suggests that targeted punishments could provide a path to international climate change cooperation. By devising rules for small groups of 'defectors' to focus pressure, cooperation can build up gradually, ultimately leading to collective action against climate change.
A recent study published in Pediatrics found that adult IQ of very premature babies can be predicted when they are just two years old. The research team led by Professor Dieter Wolke assessed 200 children born with low birth weight or very premature birth and compared their cognitive function to a control group of full-term babies.
Research suggests that adults born very premature are more likely to display autistic features, neuroticism, introversion and decreased risk taking. This can lead to difficulties in social relationships with peers, friends and partners.
Researchers at the University of Warwick have discovered a new cell structure called the mesh, which helps hold together cells and is partly made of protein TACC3 found to change in certain cancers. The finding provides crucial insight into why cancer cells develop incorrectly during division.
Researchers have developed a new cancer drug FY26 that is 49 times more potent than Cisplatin, effectively shutting down the metabolism of cancer cells. The drug works by forcing cancer cells to use their mitochondria, which are defective in healthy cells, leading to cell death.
A study found that hospital weekend death risk is a feature of several developed countries' healthcare systems, not just England. Experts highlight the need to clarify what causes this phenomenon, which amounts to about 160 additional deaths per year.
A new study found that simple changes to oral rehydration salt (ORS) packaging designs increased caregivers' willingness to provide treatment to their children. The new packaging features smaller sachets, brighter pictures, and added flavor to make ORS more acceptable to infants.
Researchers discover a giant cloud of hydrogen gas being burnt off from the atmosphere of GJ 436b, an exoplanet orbiting a warm red dwarf star. The cloud forms a comet-like tail as ultraviolet light pushes hydrogen into spiral motion, with 1000 metric tonnes being lost every second.
A study of 23,422 video games found that diverse teams with a mix of career backgrounds and working relationships led to groundbreaking innovations. The research suggests that embracing friction within teams can actually stimulate creativity, as long as there is sufficient social structure in place to facilitate collaboration.
Researchers found that mothers of preterm children are as sensitive and responsive in interactions with their children as mothers of children born at term. The study analyzed over 3,905 children and their mothers from 34 different studies and found no evidence to suggest parents of preterm children are less good in parenting.
A recent study by University of Warwick researchers found that animals capable of mentally simulating environments require a primitive sense of self. This suggests that self-awareness is likely common among animals and not exclusive to humans.
A new study by the University of Warwick has found no evidence of discrimination against fathers in English and Welsh family courts. The research, funded by the Nuffield Foundation, reviewed over 200 case files from 2011 and concluded that contact applications by fathers were successful, with a similar success rate to mothers.
A UK birth cohort study found a significant association between childhood nightmares and psychotic experiences in adolescence. Researchers suggest that specific parasomnias could be an early warning sign for psychotic disorder.