Evidence supports Covid hearing loss link, say Manchester scientists

Hearing loss and other auditory problems are strongly associated with Covid-19 according to a systematic review of research evidence led by University of Manchester...

Coronavirus Epidemics first hit more than 21,000 years ago

Sarbecoviruses have crossed into humans twice in the last decade, leading to the deadly SARS-CoV-1 outbreak in 2002-04 and the current COVID-19 pandemic, caused...

Manchester study finds that Diabetes drugs could save thousands of lives

New research has linked two types of less-often prescribed diabetes drugs with lower chances of potentially fatal heart problems - including heart attack, heart...
Research into a new generation of a graphene-based diagnostic test – which could identify patients who need antibiotics in minutes

‘World-first’ graphene-based test could rapidly detect patients’ need for antibiotic treatment

Research into a new generation of a graphene-based diagnostic test – which could identify patients who need antibiotics in minutes, instead of hours –...

People often take a screen break by using another screen

How often do you scroll through your smartphone while also watching TV or check your notifications while working on your computer? Sixty per cent of...

Children with dyspraxia successfully learn everyday tasks using video technique developed in Manchester

Children with dyspraxia have successfully learned to complete everyday tasks they normally struggle with by watching videos of other children performing them, researchers at...

Industrial Biotechnology Innovation Catalyst launches to drive economic growth in the Northwest of England

The Northwest of England is set to become a global hub for Industrial Biotechnology (IB) innovation, thanks to the launch of the Industrial Biotechnology...

Is modern life killing us? Low-level radiation health risks smaller than obesity say Manchester...

Is Modern life killing us? A study from the University of Manchester has found that the health risks from modern day life such as obesity, smoking...

Manchester Museum appoints first female Director

Manchester Museum has appointed Esme Ward as its Director, the first woman to hold the role in the Museum’s 125-year history Esme will take up her...

Science behind world’s lightest graphene watch revealed

In January 2017 the world’s lightest mechanical chronograph watch was unveiled in Geneva, Switzerland, showcasing innovative composite development by using graphene. Now the research behind the...