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Why Bristol?
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Unlocking the power of engineering biology
Find out how we are putting engineering biology on the global map - accelerating pioneering research discoveries through deep collaboration and AI. With £150m in funding, multiple spinouts and access to the UK’s fastest supercomputer, Bristol connects researchers, industry and technology to address global health challenges.
Improving survival rates for head and neck cancer patients
Head and neck cancers affect the mouth, nose, throat, and voicebox. Survival rates are low, and treatment often brings life-changing consequences. At Bristol Dental School, patients are followed for up to 10 years post-diagnosis. This helps us better understand long-term quality of life, the role of genetics and other factors influencing outcomes. It also provides a powerful global resource for researchers worldwide.
Healthcare research in action
Groundbreaking dementia blood test trial
A trial to explore the potential of blood tests to diagnose dementia marks a significant step toward improving the UK’s dementia diagnosis rate and enhancing early detection, ultimately improving outcomes for people living with the condition.
Tackling tick-borne diseases
Ticks can carry a wide range of infectious microbes. When transmitted to humans and animals through bites, diseases and major health issues can arise. This project asks how can we secure food amid a changing climate and expanding range of ticks.
Research on the cost of hip and knee replacements
Thousands of NHS knee replacement operations are cancelled at short notice every year, many for avoidable reasons. This costs the NHS millions of pounds and increases waiting times for patients, many of whom are in severe pain.
Millennium Medal awarded to preeminent British health scientist
One of the most influential figures in modern epidemiology, Professor George Davey Smith, has been awarded the UKRI Medical Research Council’s prestigious personal award for his exceptional contributions to improving human health through world-class medical research. Professor Smith is credited with revolutionising the use of genetic data to understand causal relationships in population health.
Spotlight on...
…the Elizabeth Blackwell Institute (EBI) and its single mission to improve health for all. EBI is a world-leading hub driving innovation in health by nurturing world-class research from discovery to real-world health improvements. It supports researchers and brings together people with diverse knowledge, experience, and skills to predict, prevent, and address global health challenges.
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