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A new class of molecules have been found that have the potential to slow down neurodegeneration and treat Parkinson's disease

Early stage research explores potential for new Parkinson’s treatment

22 March 2017

Recent research, carried out by Cardiff University in collaboration with the Universities of Dundee and Birmingham, has led to the discovery of a molecule which could help to slow down and potentially treat Parkinson’s disease

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Pharmacy students support unpaid carers through online Q&A

20 March 2017

Students from Cardiff University’s School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences are taking part in a week-long Question and Answer event this week, in collaboration with the charity Carers Trust, to support unpaid carers throughout England and Wales.

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Science in Health Live

17 March 2017

Inspiring next generation of researchers and doctors

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The late Professor Chris McGuigan, remembered one year on

10 March 2017

A year after the untimely passing of Cardiff University’s Professor Chris McGuigan, colleagues, friends and family members have come together for a Memorial Research Symposium to commemorate the significant contribution he made to drug discovery and development during his lifetime.

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New avenue explored for targeting cancer, strokes and hypertension

13 February 2017

Researchers at Cardiff University’s School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences have discovered a new clinical approach to provide a possible new avenue for treating a range of common diseases including cancer, strokes and high blood pressure.

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Cardiff University Welcomes Marjorie Weiss, Professor of Pharmacy Practice

24 January 2017

This January, Cardiff University’s School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences is delighted to welcome Marjorie Weiss, Professor of Pharmacy Practice, as a new addition to the research team

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New Cell-Like Materials Created From Water and Oil Droplets

20 January 2017

Researchers from Cardiff University have developed new materials using water and oil which could play a vital role in healthcare and diagnostics in the future.

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Improving care with technology

8 December 2016

School of Pharmacy team win 2016 Health Service Journal Award

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Green light for life science innovation network

9 November 2016

€11.96m partnership set to develop innovative healthcare products out of Wales and Ireland

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COMPACT European Drug Delivery Consortium visit Cardiff University

22 September 2016

28 academic and pharmaceutical scientists from across Europe involved in the COMPACT EU innovative medicines initiative consortium

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A Level results

18 August 2016

If you have any concerns about your MPharm offer/place please contact: +44 (0)29 2087 4080

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Bouncing brain at this years National Eisteddfod

11 August 2016

Huge success in the science pavilion with a multitude of activities including the new BrainDome (a huge one-of-a-kind inflatable brain).

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Visit us at the National Eisteddfod of Wales, Eisteddfod Genedlaethol Cymru, August 2016

21 July 2016

We are taking the Brain Games to a new level at the National Eisteddfod of Wales in Abergavenny this year.

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GPhC appoints PHRMY's Dr Mathew Smith to its Board of Assessors

19 July 2016

The GPhC has appointed three pharmacist members to its Board of Assessors

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Do bees have accents?

15 July 2016

Researchers launch search for ‘sounds of summer hives’

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Congratulations to Newly Graduated Dewi James

12 July 2016

Dewi James in the academical dress of a newly graduated Master of Business Administration

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Cardiff University STEM Day students visit to Pharmacy

27 June 2016

Welcoming Year 12 students at the STEM Day activities in Pharmacy

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Green Impact Awards

9 June 2016

Congratulations on being awarded Gold and Silver for our Green Impact in Pharmacy and a special Improved Environment award for the Redwood Bees.

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Female scientists get on their soapbox to showcase science

3 June 2016

University scientists are stepping on to a soapbox in Cardiff City centre to enthuse the passing public about their research.

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Welsh Pharmacy Awards 2016

1 June 2016

The Pharmacist's Defence Association's Student Leadership Award