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Growth in UK advanced therapy clinical trials

January 26, 2026
The number of advanced therapy clinical trials in the UK rose last year, with the country being a significant contributor in Europe and worldwide.

Study links variants in single gene to incidences of dementia

January 11, 2026
New research from UCL has identified variations in a single gene as an under-recognised target for dementia therapies.

Breast cancer is world’s most studied disease for fifth year

January 8, 2026
Phesi’s annual report on the world’s clinical trials has revealed that breast cancer has maintained its position as the most studied disease for the fifth year in succession.

Researcher wins £2million for quantum tech ‘spy’ system

December 15, 2025
Heriot-Watt University researcher Dr Aldona Mzyk has been awarded £2 million to develop quantum sensors able to track immune cells as they encounter cancer tumours.

Microwave tech turns clothes into wearable diagnostics

November 24, 2025
Specialists at a Finnish university are developing a series of wearables that use microwave technology, in order to cut diagnostic delays faced by patients who lack easy access to medical...

Firm claims successful results for test identifying 50 cancers

October 18, 2025
US company Grail claims that results for its new blood test suggest it is capable of diagnosing more than 50 cancer types.

Molecule demonstrates success controlling Parkinson’s-associated protein behaviour

October 5, 2025
A so-called peptide switch developed by university scientists could offer a means to prevent the build-up of the alpha-synuclein protein associated with the development of Parkinson’s disease, say the scientists...

Research identifies a culprit behind cancer immunotherapy failures

September 20, 2025
A joint UK-Finland academic project has provided new evidence about a longstanding cancer treatment issue: why does immunotherapy fail for many patients?

Novel duo offer early diagnosis for four cardiac conditions

August 31, 2025
Two technologies developed in UK institutions and capable of addressing four heart conditions have been unveiled at the European Society of Cardiology's annual congress in Madrid.

Recruitment starts on first genetic screening for brain aneurysm

August 31, 2025
Genetic screening is being employed to improve early treatment and detection of brain aneurysms.

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