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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

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Welsh cohort first to test “life changing” product that could help end global period poverty

11 March 2026

Self-cleaning SunPad, which harnesses the power of the sun, could enhance menstrual health and hygiene around the world

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New insights into chaotic chromosome mutations

10 March 2026

Cardiff University scientists solve the mystery of 'chromosome rebirth' underlying cancer formation.

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ADHD gender gap linked with later diagnosis and poorer outcomes

10 March 2026

Late diagnosis of ADHD in girls and young women is associated with increased mental health issues, self-harm, alcohol use and drug use.

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Thousands recruited for “new era” severe mental illness study

16 February 2026

GlobalMinds’ three-year study led by mental health data science company Akrivia Health Ltd in partnership with Cardiff University

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Preventive antibiotics for recurrent UTIs increase the risk of antibiotic resistance

11 February 2026

A new study of over 48,000 women raises concerns about long‑term preventive antibiotic prescribing.

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NHS faces high costs from patients seeking elective surgery abroad

4 February 2026

New research reveals the impact of ‘medical tourism’ on the NHS.

Cardiff University and Arthritis UK Celebrate Research Impact

Cardiff University and Arthritis UK Celebrate Research Impact

28 January 2026

Cardiff University and Arthritis UK have celebrated over a decade of groundbreaking arthritis research with the launch of the Arthritis UK Biomechanics and Bioengineering Research Centre Impact Report and two flagship events.