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New trial for gene therapy for frontotemporal dementia

15 May 2025

The ASPIRE-FTD clinical trial will investigate the use of a gene therapy in people with frontotemporal dementia.

Cardiff academics to lead the future of health and care research in Wales

8 May 2025

12 Cardiff University researchers have been appointed as Health and Care Research Wales’ Senior Research Leaders.

Emerging technologies, sustainability, and human-centred designs wow judges at the 15th annual Student Start-up Awards

7 May 2025

Twenty student entrepreneurs win a share of the £18,000 prize pot that was up for grabs.

Cardiff University Lecturer reignites research career with a fellowship to tackle vision loss

24 April 2025

Dr Terry’s three-year project will explore Stargardt disease, the most common inherited eye condition affecting the macula.

Increase in violence-related injury across England and Wales

23 April 2025

25th annual National Violence Surveillance Network report shows rise in the number of violence-related emergency department visits in 2024, but also reveals substantial reductions in violence since 2000.

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Snacking may impact children’s growth

15 April 2025

New research finds that grazing throughout the day could limit children’s growth.

ImmunoServ wins the St David Award 2025 for Innovation, Science and Technology

4 April 2025

Now in their 12th year, the St David Awards celebrate outstanding individuals and organisations across Wales.

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Virtual reality research explores curiosity and spatial memory

3 April 2025

Virtual reality research reveals that curiosity is key in spatial memory and mental map formation.

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A good mood helps COVID-19 vaccines work better

2 April 2025

New research finds that mRNA COVID-19 vaccines work better if patients are in a good mood.

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At-home cervical screening – scientists advise on self-sampling tests

31 March 2025

The SUCCEED study aims to understand and support individuals making a choice between traditional cervical screening or self-sampling at home.