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Proteins could be key to long and healthy life
Two blood proteins have been shown by scientists to influence how long and healthy a life we live,…
Covid-19 linked to complications during pregnancy
Women who have Covid-19 towards the end of their pregnancy are vulnerable to birth-related…
Covid-19 vaccine protection wanes after three months, study suggests
The protection offered by the Oxford-Astra Zeneca Covid-19 vaccine declines after three months of…
Chancellor's Award for Professor Aziz Sheikh
Usher Institute Director recognised for COVID-19 research endeavours.
Professor John Ioannidis recognised with honorary degree
A diverse array of influential figures have been honoured by the University for their innovation,…
Three Minute Thesis final 2021
The University’s 3 Minute Thesis competition final took place on 24 June 2021.
Social context is key to Covid testing success
Clearer understanding is needed of the social factors that influence participation rates in Covid…
Covid-19 study scoops scientific world record
A study led by the Universities of Edinburgh and Birmingham has been awarded the Guinness World…
‘Surgery selfies’ could spot infections early
Smartphone pictures of post-surgical wounds taken by patients and then assessed by clinicians can…
New study shows risk of heart inflammation following COVID-19 infection and vaccination
Research published in Nature Medicine looks at the possible link between different heart conditions…
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