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Scientists develop coral inspired material to revolutionise bone repair

Researchers at Swansea University have developed a revolutionary bone graft substitute inspired by coral which not only promotes faster healing but dissolves naturally in the body after the repair is complete. This groundbreaking research, led by Dr Zhidao Xia from Swansea University Medical School in collaboration with colleagues from the Faculty of Science and Engineering … Continue reading Scientists develop coral inspired material to revolutionise bone repair

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We have the technology to turn ultra processed food from foe to friend

Writing in The Conversation, David Benton, Professor Emeritus (Human & Health Sciences), Medicine Health and Life Science at Swansea University says “Ultra-processed foods are the latest nutritional villains, associated with several diseases of the modern world, from obesity to heart disease. However, many nutritionists question whether the term “ultra processed” does any more than create … Continue reading We have the technology to turn ultra processed food from foe to friend

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Bacteria triggers type 1 diabetes

Bacterial infections could be the trigger for type 1 diabetes, according to new research by Cardiff University. For the first time, scientists have found that proteins from bacteria can trigger the immune system to attack insulin producing cells, leading to the development of type 1 diabetes. The new research showed that killer T-cells, a type … Continue reading Bacteria triggers type 1 diabetes

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Wales v South Africa: Highest levels of cocaine found in wastewater

High levels of absorbed cocaine have been found in South Wales’ wastewater, according to a new study. The BBC reports the largest consumption was found to have peaked during rugby internationals in Cardiff in 2021, when Wales faced South Africa, which found 8.54 milligrams of the illegal drug per day, per 1,000 people. By comparison, … Continue reading Wales v South Africa: Highest levels of cocaine found in wastewater

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Menopause can increase your likelihood of developing heart disease, type 2 diabetes and hypertension — but exercise can help lower risk

Menopause affects all women differently, and each person’s experience is unique. While some women view menopause as a new lease of life, others can experience a host of new symptoms and changes to their body. Many of these changes can have an effect on health, too, even increasing a woman’s risk of developing certain health … Continue reading Menopause can increase your likelihood of developing heart disease, type 2 diabetes and hypertension — but exercise can help lower risk

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New user friendly technology will revolutionise the rapid diagnosis of TB

A team of researchers from Cardiff and Aberystwyth Universities have been awarded funding of nearly £1.2m by UKRI to develop a novel point of care mycobacterium tuberculosis detector for humans and animals capable of delivering a result within one hour. Cardiff University says the technology will be completely transformative in the rapid diagnosis of TB … Continue reading New user friendly technology will revolutionise the rapid diagnosis of TB

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How WhatsApp can help with prostate cancer detection and diagnosis

Cardiff University researchers are examining how the use of WhatsApp can engage Black men in Butetown and Grangetown with prostate cancer risk information and increase prostate cancer awareness. New research funded by Cancer Research UK will fund a collaborative project at Cardiff University to examine the effectiveness of using WhatsApp as a tool for sharing … Continue reading How WhatsApp can help with prostate cancer detection and diagnosis

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Experts provide further proof of the role testosterone plays in preventing severe Covid

A new study has revealed important information about how a patient’s testosterone level can help protect them from severe Covid-19. Previous research involving Swansea University investigated how sex hormones are likely to be important determinants of Covid-19 severity. Now the university reports digit ratio expert Professor John Manning, of the Applied Sports, Technology, Exercise and … Continue reading Experts provide further proof of the role testosterone plays in preventing severe Covid

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Crickets in your brownies? Welsh scientists launch insect based food taste tests

Welsh scientists are testing how people react to eating food containing insects as part of research into developing greener protein. Insects are a common feature of people’s everyday diets in countries around the world, such as Mexico, China and Ghana. They offer a more environmentally friendly source of protein than many other food stuffs, and … Continue reading Crickets in your brownies? Welsh scientists launch insect based food taste tests

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Increased risk of bipolar and major depression before menopause

In a study of 128,294 women from the UK, a team from Cardiff University’s School of Medicine and Bipolar UK investigated whether perimenopause, the years surrounding the final menstrual period, is associated with an increased risk of developing psychiatric disorders for the first time. The study was inspired by the firsthand experiences of women that … Continue reading Increased risk of bipolar and major depression before menopause

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