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2014

World War 1

Shell shock and the First World War

29 September 2014

Research reveals devastating psychological impact of combat.

Jon Snow at JOMEC

Jon Snow visits Cardiff journalism students

29 September 2014

King of the News’ shares his insight on the future of journalism.

Antibiotics

One-in-ten antibiotic prescriptions ‘fail’

26 September 2014

20-year study uncovers rising rates of antibiotic failure for common infections.

GW4

Funding boost for research

26 September 2014

Research projects across the South West and Wales were given a boost this week, with the announcement of the latest round of funding from the GW4 Alliance.

Life Sciences Challenge

Cardiff University initiative to inspire the scientists of tomorrow

26 September 2014

An initiative led by Cardiff University scientists aims to inspire school age children to pursue a career in a STEM related field.

Senedd event

Experts hold Senedd event to break the “invisible barrier” of energy use

26 September 2014

‘Sense of Energy’ exhibition to engage public in how to live more sustainable lives.

Independent physiotherapist

Wales’ first physiotherapist independent prescriber

24 September 2014

School of Healthcare Sciences’ Associate lecturer Gary Morris given green light to prescribe.

WISERD research

Quarter of young people would give away £1 million

24 September 2014

Youngsters in Wales more altruistic than expected.

Dr Matt Smalley

Leading New International Training Network

24 September 2014

Deputy Director of the European Cancer Stem Cell Research Institute, Dr Matt Smalley is spearheading the establishment of a new international training network for early stage career scientists interested in breast biology and cancer research.

Dr Luke Piggott

Scientist by Day, Ice Hockey Player by Night

24 September 2014

Three years ago, Dr Luke Piggott made headlines worldwide when his research using anti-cancer agent TRAIL discovered that the drug knocked out the protein c-FLIP, which gives stem cells their drug resistance. At the time, he was balancing life as a PhD student and a professional ice hockey player with the Cardiff Devils.