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Satellite DNA arrays barcode chromosomes to regulate genes
In this piece, Dr Helen Rowe summarizes how arrays or strings of multi-copy satellite DNAs can barcode chromosomes to regulate cell fate, by acting as molecular switches
While we have gained extensive knowledge about what our genes do and how mutations occurring in them can lead to diseases such as...
Cannabis may offer relief from menopause symptoms
Menopause symptoms, ranging from hot flashes to weight gain, can be eased with cannabis and CBD, research finds.
Will CBD replace opioids?
America is gripped by opioid addiction and a dangerous opioid epidemic - could CBD be a viable replacement?
Peripheral neuropathy: Tracking gait and biomarkers to keep feet healthy and whole
Novel smart insole solution helps people with diabetes ensure foot health, by preventing peripheral neuropathy ulcers and falls.
Challenges, progress, opportunities: European and Central Asian health systems
New WHO studies look at health systems across 14 countries in Europe and Central Asia to reveal how to better invest in and benefit the health of millions.
UK’s first medical drone delivery project will change future of NHS
A consortium led by AGS Airports in partnership with NHS Scotland will deliver the UK’s first medical distribution network using drones.
The Immune system in Human Biology
Experts from Oxford Immune Algorithmics highlight how the Immune system has come under the spotlight in Human Biology, particularly as a consequence of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Cannabis legalisation will cost big pharma billions
Cannabis legislation is threatening to reduce pharmaceutical stock value by billions of dollars as more people are predicted to opt for weed over opioids.
What hidden carcinogenic chemicals are pregnant women exposed to?
Common ingredients used in dyes, pigments and plastics can contain carcinogenic chemicals which could potentially harm child development if used by pregnant women.
Helen Childs – RWK Goodman
Helen is a partner in RWK Goodman’s Personal Injury team and heads up the Industrial Disease Team across London, Oxford and Bath where a team of dedicated lawyers specialise in representing claimants with asbestos related illnesses. Helen represents claimants with mesothelioma, lung cancer, asbestosis and pleural thickening. She is...
Liz Darlison – Mesothelioma UK
Liz established Mesothelioma UK in 2004 and is responsible for developing the charity’s vision and strategic direction, and for the financial security and operational activities. Liz also works at Glenfield Hospital as a consultant nurse and focuses on the treatment and care of mesothelioma patients. In 2019, Liz was...
These four tools could enable the future of AI in healthcare
Craig Rhodes, EMEA Industry Lead, AI for Healthcare and Life Sciences, NVIDIA, argues that just four tools could enable the future of AI in healthcare.
Top considerations for a successful healthcare data strategy
A healthcare data strategy is crucial to ensuring that we can tackle all the biggest health issues we face, and to ensure guided decision-making to save lives.
The dawn of a cyber-physical internet
Philip Young, Director of Policy, Research & Strategic Engagement, Digital Catapult, argues that we’re at the dawn of a cyber-physical internet. Governments globally must lead the way, he says.
What behavioural economics has to offer to the NHS
At the centre of behavioural economics is an understanding that people do not always make rational decisions - here's how it could help the NHS.
How do diet plans affect your health and weight loss?
Searching for a diet plan and advice online can lead to unreliable health sources, so here are six different diets and their advantages and disadvantages.
Key to faster diagnosis for lung conditions in the NHS
Misdiagnoses and delays are far too common for people with lung conditions. Rachel Warren, Senior Policy Officer at Asthma + Lung UK and Policy Lead (Diagnosis) at the Taskforce for Lung Health, explores how new community diagnostic centres could help tackle this issue.
Reduce risk of dementia through leisure activities
Dementia poses a risk to us all, but research shows that there are leisure activities that are scientifically proven to reduce risk of dementia.
Dr Shivani Amdekar – Oxford Immune Algorithmics
Dr Amdekar is a Senior Anaesthetics Registrar at University College Hospital and an NHS Clinical Entrepreneur Fellow
Dr Amdekar is interested in cancer anaesthesia and peri-operative medicine. Dr Amdekar has undertaken speciality training at Cancer centres, including The Royal Marsden Hospital, MacMillan Cancer Centre. She is an advanced trainee at...
Prof Kourosh Saeb-Parsy – Oxford Immune Algorithmics
MD & PhD in Neurosciences (Cambridge), NHS Consultant Transplant Surgeon, Professor of Transplantation & Research
MD & PhD in Neurosciences (Cambridge), NHS Consultant Transplant Surgeon, Professor of Transplantation & Research Group Leader at the Department of Surgery at the University of Cambridge, specialising in transplantation and immunogenicity of cancer and...
