Specific changes in tumour DNA associated with higher rates of blood clots
Animation shares findings of new study into cancer blood clot risk.
News in 2026
Jonathan Sterne appointed as Chief Scientist of Health Data Research UK
Professor Jonathan Sterne has been appointed as the new Chief Scientist of Health Data Research UK (HDR UK), taking up this role from June 2026.
OCEP lead elected Fellow of the Academy of Medical Sciences
Professor Richard Martin, who leads the Obesity-related Cancer Epidemiology Programme, has been elected as a Fellow of the Academy of Medical Sciences.
Pilot trial suggests anti-inflammatory drug could help difficult-to-treat depression
Immunotherapy could be a promising new treatment option for patients with difficult-to-treat depression. This is a key finding from a University of Bristol-led pilot randomised controlled clinical trial, published in JAMA Psychiatry today [20 May].
Bristol professor appointed co-chair of Nature Medicine Commission on Data-driven Obesity Management
University of Bristol academic and Professor of Genetic Epidemiology, Nic Timpson, has been appointed co-chair of The Nature Medicine Commission on Obesity Management. Launched today [12 May], the Commission will bring together global experts and datasets to tackle the growing burden of obesity-related noncommunicable diseases through data-driven decision support.
Disposable vapes ban could lead young adults to switch to cigarettes, study finds
The disposable vapes ban in the UK could lead to young adults switching to alternative products, including cigarettes, new research led by the University of Bristol has found.
Booster jabs reduce the risks of COVID-19 deaths, study finds
Booster vaccines reduced the risk of COVID 19–related hospitalisation and death, according to a new study of over 3 million adults who had the autumn 2022 vaccine in England. The research led by the universities of Bristol and Oxford, provides further evidence of the effectiveness of booster vaccination against COVID-19.
New Cancer Research UK-funded epidemiology programme tackles obesity-related cancers
A new research programme led by the University of Bristol aims to halt the rising trend of obesity-related cancers. The Obesity-related Cancer Epidemiology Programme (OCEP), which begins this week, will greatly increase understanding of how we can prevent obesity-related cancers by improving understanding of their biological mechanisms.
Higher maternal blood pressure increases the risk of pregnancy complications, study concludes
Helping women to keep their blood pressure at normal levels could reduce their risk of experiencing pregnancy complications, according to a new study led by researchers at the University of Bristol. The research is published in BMC Medicine today [14 January].