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Dimensional Lungs

Identification of ‘violent’ processes that cause wheezing could lead to better diagnosis and treatment for lung disease

24 Feb 2021

A team of engineers has identified the ‘violent’ physical processes at work inside the lungs which cause wheezing, a condition that affects up to a...

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False colour image of calcium phosphate deposits on bone

Cause of hardening of the arteries – and potential treatment – identified

11 Jun 2019

A team of UK scientists have identified the mechanism behind hardening of the arteries, and shown in animal studies that a generic medication...

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Financial cycles of acquisitions and ‘buybacks’ threaten public access to breakthrough drugs

28 Jul 2016

An analysis of a new drug’s journey to market, published today in the BMJ, shines a light on financial practices that see some major pharmaceutical...

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Academy of Medical Sciences

Cambridge experts recognised for excellence in medical research

09 May 2014

Eight researchers from the University of Cambridge have been recognised for their contribution to the advancement of medical science by election to...

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New era in publishing for women’s health

23 Jul 2013

A step-change in publishing in women’s health is under way with the announcement that the Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists (RCOG) is...

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Cambridge and Brazil discuss possibilities for further scientific collaboration

19 Jun 2013

A delegation comprising some of Brazil’s most senior researchers and science administrators was in Cambridge on June 7 to take part in a half-day...

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Waiting area in a hospital in Palapye, Botswana

Lessons from Botswana

17 Oct 2012

Towards the end of their training, student doctors have the chance to spend an elective spell working overseas, often in developing countries...

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cell phone always in reach

How mobile phones are transforming healthcare

21 Apr 2011

New research highlights examples of medical care transformed by mobile networks.

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