Scientists identify compound to reverse neuron damage from ALS
For the first time, scientists have identified a compound to repair amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) neuron damage.
Scientists at Northwestern University have identified the compound...
World’s first COVID-19 vaccination compensation scheme launched
The World Health Organization and Chubb Limited have agreed on a no-fault compensation scheme for COVID-19 vaccinations for low- and middle-income countries.
The new programme...
Target for stroke therapy discovered in blood brain barrier
Scientists have discovered an effective therapeutic target for life-changing strokes which could help improve quality of life for patients.
A new study has shown that...
Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine provides protection from first dose
The first independent analysis in the UK of the Pfizer-BioNTech vaccine has shown it is effective against COVID-19 from the first dose.
The data from...
Understanding COVID-19 transmission in lower temperatures
A new study has shown that lower daily temperatures led to higher COVID-19 infection rates in 50 Northern hemisphere countries.
Understanding of the impact of...
Results from world’s first MDMA alcohol use disorder trial
The world’s first trial investigating the role of MDMA therapy for the treatment of alcohol use disorder has shown positive results.
Awakn Life Sciences' Bristol...
Equitable COVID-19 vaccine access for low- and middle-income countries
As COVID-19 vaccination programmes begin to roll out across the globe, the European Union and the World Health Organization are working to ensure equitable...
Calls for investment to reduce pancreatic cancer deaths in Europe
Researchers are calling on European policymakers to invest adequate resources to tackle pancreatic cancer in Europe.
There have been limited advancements in the treatment of...
Controlled visits for UK care home residents
The UK government has announced that controlled visits will be allowed in care homes to enable people to safely see their loved ones as...
Choosing better lung cancer treatments with machine learning
Researchers say that machine learning could help guide healthcare workers’ treatment decisions for lung cancer patients after developing a model that is 71% more...
‘New era’ for multiple sclerosis with £3.7m funding for research
The MS Society has awarded a grant of £3.7m to two UK ‘Centres of Excellence’ as part of its fight to stop multiple sclerosis...
Scientists create most detailed 3D scan of congenital heart disease
Scientists have created the most detailed 3D heart scan of a rare form of congenital heart disease.
The team at the University of Manchester have...
UK funds long-COVID research projects with £18.5m
The UK has given £18.5m in funding to support long-COVID research projects to better understand the causes, symptoms, and treatment.
Many people are living with...
New drug could be a ‘gamechanger’ for treating obesity
A new drug has been hailed as a ‘gamechanger’ for treating obesity after leading to a 20% reduction of total body weight in participants...
£1m grant to improve cancer self-management and data collection
A grant of £1m has been awarded to Vinehealth to deliver an innovative cancer companion app to four NHS trusts within a randomised controlled...
Scientists track how Osmium reacts in single cancer cell
In a major step forward in discovering cancer treatments, scientists at the University of Warwick have tracked how the rare precious metal Osmium reacts in a single cancer cell.
TB vaccine could protect babies against new infectious diseases
A new study has shown that a tuberculosis (TB) vaccine could help to protect newborn babies against a number of different infectious diseases –...
Europe takes action in preparation for new variants of COVID-19
The European Commission is taking immediate action to prepare for the threat of new COVID-19 variants.
The European Commission has launched the HERA Incubator bio-defence...
Smart inhaler could improve asthma management
A new study has demonstrated that asthma inhalers that use sensors could contribute to better management of the condition and improved quality of life.
Northwestern...
World’s first human COVID-19 study begins in the UK
The first ever COVID-19 study that will infect humans with the virus is to begin in the UK.
The study will involve 90 healthy, adult...