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Sheffield scientist investigates how to stop breast cancer spreading to the bone
A leading scientist from the University of Sheffield is investigating a possible key to preventing breast cancer spreading to the bone.
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Sheffield Scanner appeal to bring the future of medical imaging to Yorkshire reaches milestone
The Sheffield Scanner appeal, which aims to bring the most advanced medical imaging to Yorkshire has reached the £500,000 milestone.
Categorised under: Medicine, dentistry and health, Students and alumni and Research
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New research into delaying the onset of motor neurone disease shows positive results
New research conducted by scientists at the University of Sheffield into a drug candidate which could help to delay the onset of motor neurone disease has shown encouraging early results.
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New ‘sperm radar’ test may uncover secrets about male infertility
Scientists at the University of Sheffield have developed a new technique to examine human sperm without killing them - helping to improve the diagnosis of fertility problems.
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Unravelling the mystery of DNA attacks in cells’ powerhouse could pave way for new cancer treatments
New research has unravelled the mystery of how mitochondria – the energy generators within cells – can withstand attacks on their DNA from rogue molecules.
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Pub numbers fall as convenience stores spread, with biggest changes in deprived areas
One in 10 pubs closed in England between 2001 and 2013 while the numbers of supermarkets and convenience stores more than doubled, according to a new study by the University of Sheffield’s Alcohol Research Group (SARG).
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Unique centre brings world-leading antibiotic resistance to Sheffield
A unique facility which will pioneer world-leading research in antimicrobial resistance will be launched at the University of Sheffield.
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Insulin pumps alone offer no real benefit compared to multiple injections
Insulin pumps do not take away the need for vital education on diabetes self-management and were no more effective than injections in helping adults with type 1 diabetes control their blood sugar levels, reports new NIHR-funded research.
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Bladder cancer clinical trial to help patients faced with life-changing decision
A pioneering clinical trial led by scientists at the University of Sheffield will help bladder cancer patients who are faced with a life-changing decision during treatment.
Categorised under: Research and Medicine, dentistry and health
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Keapstone Therapeutics launched in world-first partnership to develop new drugs for Parkinson’s
The University of Sheffield and Parkinson’s UK have launched a new £1 million virtual biotech company in the next stage[1] of a pioneering research programme to create new drugs for Parkinson’s.
Categorised under: Research and Medicine, dentistry and health
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‘Next generation’ device could herald breakthrough in prediction of preterm birth
A new ‘next generation’ device which could help doctors reliably predict the risk of preterm birth is to be developed by Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust and the University of Sheffield thanks to funding from the National Institute for Health Research (NIHR).
Categorised under: Research and Medicine, dentistry and health
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£1.9 million to help children from deprived areas brush up on oral health
A new research project working with schools in South Yorkshire will investigate ways of improving the oral health of young people living in deprived areas.
Categorised under: Research, Community and Medicine, dentistry and health
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£2 million Sheffield Scanner appeal aims to bring the future of medical imaging to Yorkshire
The University of Sheffield has today (1 March 2017) launched an appeal to raise £2 million to bring the future of medical imaging to Yorkshire and transform research into a number of life-changing diseases.
Categorised under: Research, Community and Medicine, dentistry and health
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Where does it hurt? Doctors of the future transform lives with pioneering accountability project
Doctors of tomorrow at the University of Sheffield are swapping their stethoscopes and white coats for wellies and boxing gloves, in a unique initiative helping to make a difference by becoming accountable for the communities that need their help the most.
Categorised under: Community and Medicine, dentistry and health
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Yorkshire Cancer Research Invests £4.5m to Improve Cancer Treatment in Sheffield
Cancer patients in Sheffield are set to benefit from the latest innovations in treatment and care due to a multi-million pound research programme from Yorkshire Cancer Research.
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