Computing system for Covid-19 sequencing analysis wins major award
The Cloud Infrastructure for Microbial Bioinformatics (CLIMB) project has been recognised in the 2020 HPCwire Readers’ and Editors’ Choice Awards. It received the Readers’ Best High Performance Computing Collaboration award for its role in supporting the COVID-19 Genomics UK (COG-UK) Consortium. The consortium is a UK wide partnership working to sequence SARS-CoV-2 virus genomes to … Continue reading Computing system for Covid-19 sequencing analysis wins major award
Award drives collaboration across Cardiff University research hub
A new electron microscopy facility at Cardiff University will work across academic disciplines to drive research, thanks to a new award. Cardiff University says the custom built research suite, to be housed in the future Translational Research Hub, will expand its sample preparation capability across multiple research strengths. Members of the Cardiff Catalysis Institute (CCI) … Continue reading Award drives collaboration across Cardiff University research hub
Cardiff University study finds mouthwash could eradicate coronavirus
Over the counter mouthwash may be able to eradicate coronavirus in saliva in as little as thirty seconds. WalesOnline reports the preliminary result comes ahead of a clinical trial into whether using mouthwash could reduce levels of Covid-19 in a patient’s saliva. The Cardiff University report, “The Virucidal Efficacy of Oral Rinse Components Against SARS-CoV-2 … Continue reading Cardiff University study finds mouthwash could eradicate coronavirus
Solar refrigeration firm Dulas wins biggest ever order
Solar cold chain specialist Dulas has secured its biggest ever order with seven hundred and eighty vaccine refrigerators heading to Nigeria. Dulas, based in Machynlleth, has provided innovative solar powered solutions to remote and off grid locations for more than three decades. Its products help to support the delivery of essential medical aid in developing … Continue reading Solar refrigeration firm Dulas wins biggest ever order
Contractor to be sought for £199m life science and wellness village in Llanelli
Work to identify a main contractor for a new life science and wellness village in Carmarthenshire is expected to get underway in January. WalesOnline reports the rebranded project, called Pentre Awel, will feature a range of buildings and facilities at Delta Lakes, Llanelli. Clinical services will be delivered there, including physical rehabilitation, and space provided … Continue reading Contractor to be sought for £199m life science and wellness village in Llanelli
Waste water signals local Covid-19 spikes
A pilot programme monitoring coronavirus in Wales’ sewage systems is finding that virus spikes in the community can be detected in local waste water. The Welsh Government says the programme, launched in June, is now monitoring twenty sites across Wales and covers 80% of the Welsh population. Researchers from Welsh universities were the first to … Continue reading Waste water signals local Covid-19 spikes
Research to look at the viability of Covid-19 mass temperature screening
Welsh Government Innovation is supporting the University of South Wales to demonstrate the viability of coronavirus mass temperature screening technology. The role of mass temperature screening to control Covid-19 is under review by administrations globally. In Wales its use in schools to manage infection risk has been considered by the Minister for Education Kirsty Williams … Continue reading Research to look at the viability of Covid-19 mass temperature screening
Innovative UWTSD projects shortlisted for the Green Gown Awards
Two innovative projects from UWTSD’s Assistive Technologies Innovation Centre (ATiC) have been shortlisted for the UK and Ireland Green Gown Awards 2020. Both projects aim to improve patients’ lives with the use of technology. Established in 2004, the Green Gown Awards recognise the exceptional sustainability initiatives being undertaken by universities and colleges. ATiC’s two shortlisted … Continue reading Innovative UWTSD projects shortlisted for the Green Gown Awards
EKF secures new orders for Covid-19 collection kits
Specialist manufacturer EKF has received two orders for Covid-19 sample collection kits. Insider Media reports the Penarth headquartered business has secured two new customers for the PrimeStore MTM Covid-19 sample collection devices; Health Service Executive Ireland and a national health body in England. The tests will be made at EKF’s facilities in Penarth and Barleben, … Continue reading EKF secures new orders for Covid-19 collection kits
Report on the impact of Covid-19 on BAME communities leading to change in Wales
A Cardiff University academic has welcomed the Welsh Government’s response to a report on the impact of Covid-19 on Wales’ black, Asian and minority ethnic communities. Cardiff University reports Professor Emmanuel Ogbonna is chair of the BAME Covid-19 Advisory Socio-economic Sub-group, which was set up by First Minister Mark Drakeford in response to the pandemic. … Continue reading Report on the impact of Covid-19 on BAME communities leading to change in Wales
