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Study exposes failures in prison healthcare

7 May 2026

Delivering safe, equitable healthcare in secure environments is vital to reducing harm in prisons, new research says

Learned Society of Wales welcomes new Fellows tackling key world challenges

28 April 2026

15 academics from Cardiff University have achieved the prestigious honour of joining the Learned Society of Wales.

Cardiff University launches British Council–funded training initiative in precision metabolic medicine

9 April 2026

The programme, Precision Metabolic Medicine: Lipids & Cardiovascular Prevention, has been made possible through a grant from the British Council’s Going Global Partnerships scheme and will be delivered in collaboration with Alexandria University, Egypt.

Cardiff University hosts first ‘UK Clinical Internship’ with clinicians from China

9 April 2026

The School of Medicine at Cardiff University has welcomed clinicians from China for a two-week UK Clinical Internship, strengthening international collaboration in medical education and clinical training.

The School of Medicine announces new partnership with Limbs & Things Ltd to drive innovation in medical simulation

9 April 2026

Cardiff University School of Medicine has announced a new strategic partnership with Limbs & Things Ltd, a global leader in medical simulation, to advance the development of high-quality training tools used across healthcare education.

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Bowelbabe Fund for Cancer Research UK supports Cardiff researchers to explore the development of a universal bowel cancer vaccine

7 April 2026

As the Bowelbabe fund reaches more than £20m, two new major research investments – including one at Cardiff University - are announced.

Patients being treated

Removing barriers to participation for people who cannot consent to studies

27 March 2026

The ACCORD programme will examine the barriers that prevent adults who lack capacity to consent from taking part in clinical research.

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New PTSD therapy for military veterans

26 March 2026

A new tailored PTSD therapy is an effective and scalable treatment option for veterans.

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International team identifies immune pathway that may explain how probiotics influence cancer treatment outcomes

24 March 2026

Cardiff and Kumamoto researchers uncover how a common probiotic, when given alongside immunotherapy, can activate tumour-killing immune cells.

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One in three parents believe children always need antibiotics for ear infections

11 March 2026

Study highlights misperceptions on the role of antibiotics in managing common childhood illness