Brother Engineering gets the green light to supply the NHS in Wales
Swansea based Brother Engineering has become the first mask manufacturer in Wales to gain the regulatory approval needed to be able to supply the Welsh NHS. The engineering company has adapted its way of working in recent months to support the Welsh Government’s efforts to produce and supply vital PPE items. The move, which the … Continue reading Brother Engineering gets the green light to supply the NHS in Wales
Funding boost for research looking at the provision of eyecare in the community
A new project set up to study the best way to care for patients with long standing eye conditions in the community has secured a major research grant. Swansea University reports Dr Pippa Anderson and Dr Mari Jones, from their Centre for Health Economics (SCHE), are part of a multidisciplinary team which has just been … Continue reading Funding boost for research looking at the provision of eyecare in the community
“Living reviews” launched in the wake of Covid-19 research
In a combined effort to help Covid-19 researchers, Cardiff University and the University of Oxford have launched a series of “living reviews”. The reviews are available in the new open access journal of the Oxford University Press (OUP), Oxford Open Immunology. Cardiff University says the reviews will summarise literature around one topic and are a … Continue reading “Living reviews” launched in the wake of Covid-19 research
Key type of immune cell “self-renews” in humans
A new study has shown that a key type of immune cell “self-renews” in humans. Cardiff University says it is an unexpected discovery, as it was previously thought this specific type of “senescent” killer immune cell had reached “end-stage” and would die following one more stint at helping people fight off, or live with, certain … Continue reading Key type of immune cell “self-renews” in humans
New study to evaluate antibiotic use in Covid-19 hospital patients
A group of researchers are to evaluate whether a simple blood test for bacterial infection could help to reduce the use of antibiotics in patients with Covid-19. A procalcitonin blood test (PCT) is used in hospitals to distinguish between bacterial and viral infections and guide antibiotic treatment. Cardiff University reports this study will investigate whether … Continue reading New study to evaluate antibiotic use in Covid-19 hospital patients
Scientists reveal a genetic map of the human face
An international team of researchers has connected specific genetic regions which influence facial features. Cardiff University reports this means they can see the signals of normal facial features in the genome, but it is also hoped their work can shed light on craniofacial malformations such as cleft lip and palate. The findings have been published … Continue reading Scientists reveal a genetic map of the human face
Reusing face masks: are microwaves the answer?
Researchers from Cardiff University have been testing the feasibility of using microwave ovens and dry heat to decontaminate crucial PPE being used to combat the coronavirus pandemic. Reporting their findings in the Journal of Hospital Infection, the team have shown that certain types of respirators can be effectively decontaminated in just ninety seconds using an … Continue reading Reusing face masks: are microwaves the answer?
Cardiff University scientists secure BHF funding for vital cardiovascular research
Leading researchers at Cardiff University have been awarded a major grant for research into a cardiovascular condition for which there is currently no known treatment, other than surgery. Wales247 reports the award of more than £740,000 by the British Heart Foundation (BHF) will fund the continued research by Professor Valerie O’Donnell and Professor Peter Collins … Continue reading Cardiff University scientists secure BHF funding for vital cardiovascular research
Medical student designs “Essential Diagnosis” game
A former Cardiff University medical student has created a game that helps future medics sharpen their diagnostic thinking and history taking skills. Cardiff University reports Essential Diagnosis was developed by hospital doctor Chris Baker in his final year at the university’s School of Medicine. The role play board game, which simulates a conversation between a … Continue reading Medical student designs “Essential Diagnosis” game
Study warns students returning home could cause thousands of new coronavirus infections
As students returned to their campuses for the start of the new academic year, many universities initially reported localised surges in the number of Covid-19 infections. This was partly due to students living together in small areas, such as halls of residence. Now large numbers of students are expected to be soon travelling to see … Continue reading Study warns students returning home could cause thousands of new coronavirus infections
