Applications are now open for a range of exciting projects to study Complex Disease for a September 2019 start, with many opportunities that involve working with the NIHR Leicester BRC.
Read MoreGenetic risk for atypical heart attack in women identified
New research published by teams from Leicester,UK and Paris, France in collaboration with international partners from the US and Australia, has found a common genetic factor that confers a significant risk of atypical heart attacks in women.
Read MoreNIHR Leicester BRC attends APPG International Diabetes Summit 2018
It was an honour for the NIHR Leicester BRC to be part of a large contingent invited to the Houses of Parliament by the Right Honourable Keith Vaz MP on Thursday 13 December to represent Leicester and showcase some of our collaborative work to help prevent and treat type 2 diabetes in our city at the All Party Parliamentary Group (APPG) on Diabetes’ International Diabetes Summit 2018.
Read MoreLeicester researcher awarded Mike Bray fellowship from Action for Pulmonary Fibrosis
Dr Richard Allen of the University of Leicester has been awarded a Mike Bray research fellowship into the causes and treatments of idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF) from the charity, Action for Pulmonary Fibrosis.
Read MoreNew genetic study could lead to better treatment of severe asthma
The largest-ever genetic study of people with moderate-to-severe asthma has revealed new insights into the underlying causes of the disease which could help improve its diagnosis and treatment.
Read MoreSimple tips to curb overindulgence can help stop pounds piling on at Christmas
A study funded by the University of Birmingham and conducted with Loughborough University has shown that regular weighing at home and simple tips to curb excess eating and drinking can prevent people from piling on the pounds at Christmas.
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