People at risk from obesity overlooked in trials
People at most risk from obesity often not represented by weight management trials: Clinical trials of treatments for obesity are…
Genetics
Brain cell development and risk of schizophrenia
Scientists from Keele and Cardiff Universities have discovered new links between the breakdown in brain cell development and the risk…
Increased risk factors for testicular cancer
Young, tall and white? You're at increased risk of testicular cancer, says expert, as cases rise 25%: London Medical Laboratory's latest…
Genes reveal coffee is safe during pregnancy
Genes reveal coffee is safe during pregnancy: University of Queensland researchers have found enjoying a daily latte or long black…
Let’s talk about Huntington’s disease
'Let's talk about Huntington's disease' – University researchers help young people to open up about how HD affects their lives: May…
Distinct genetic variants influence COVID-19 severity
Distinct genetic variants significantly influence an individual's immune response to the SARS-CoV-2 virus and may influence the COVID-19 disease severity.…
Rapid method shown to detect infection in cystic fibrosis
Rapid method shown to detect infection in cystic fibrosis: Southampton researchers have demonstrated a quick and accurate method to diagnose…
Largest study for breast cancer in men launched
A new international consortium to uncover genes that lead to breast cancer in men has been launched at Queen's University…
Hereditary factors role in childhood mental health
Hereditary factors are partly responsible for childhood anxiety and depression that persists into adulthood, according to University of Queensland researchers.…
Pioneering Parkinson’s research at the RVC
Researchers at the Royal Veterinary College (RVC) are launching a new study to better understand an important gene mutation in…