News 2020

A selection of news from the Usher Institute in 2020.

News listing

Publication date

Launch of Sudlow Review

08 November, 20242024

Today marks the official publication of the Sudlow Review, led by Cathie Sudlow, Professor of…

Usher Institute highlights HealthTech's role at Chamber of Commerce Conference

29 October, 20242024

The Call to Action for Edinburgh’s Future Conference, hosted by the Edinburgh Chamber of Commerce…

Professor Sir Aziz Sheikh elected to the National Academy of Medicine

25 October, 20242024

Sir Aziz Sheikh OBE, Professor of Primary Care Research and Development at the Usher Institute, has…

Cancer gene linked to Scottish island

24 October, 20242024

People with grandparents from a remote Scottish island are more likely than the rest of the UK…

2024 Annual Recognition Awards: Call for Nominations

23 October, 20242024

Celebrating the contribution of staff and students. Submit your nominations now!

Usher Institute participating in Doors Open Day

17 September, 2024

Join us on 28 September for guided tours and insights into the innovative research happening inside…

Study shows salt water nasal drops cut cold duration in children

16 September, 20242024

ELVIS Kids study finds using salt water nasal drops can shorten cold symptoms in children by two…

Usher Institute partners with Treatment.com AI to transform long-term care services

16 September, 20242024

Usher Institute partners with Treatment.com AI to revolutionise long-term care, focusing on…

BLOG: Envisioning the future of abortion care involvement practices: reflections from a collaborative workshop

13 September, 2024

Nicola Boydell, Lecturer at the Usher Institute, reflects on a collaborative workshop envisioning…

New research priorities identified to combat sepsis

13 September, 20242024

Top ten research priorities to combat sepsis have been identified, aiming to improve diagnosis,…