Early Alzheimer’s brainwave test detects memory decline years before diagnosis
A simple brainwave test has been shown to detect signs of memory impairment linked to Alzheimer’s disease years before clinical diagnosis is typically possible.
News in September
Dr Oliver Russell, 1936-2025
Dr Oliver Russell, co-founder and first director of the University’s famous Norah Fry Research Centre (now the Norah Fry Centre for Disability Studies in the School for Policy Studies), died on 25 July. His colleagues offer a remembrance.
Bristol PhD researcher on personal mission to help detect breast cancer early invents temperature-sensing patch
A PhD student at the University of Bristol has developed a convenient and cost-effective wearable patch to measure subtle temperature changes across the breast, which could in future be used to detect potential abnormalities and cancerous tumours.
Financial figurehead discovers how University of Bristol research is supercharging local and national business performance with AI
Nikhil Rathi, Chief Executive of the UK Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), visited the University of Bristol to see how its pioneering research, including in Artificial Intelligence (AI) adoption, is boosting businesses in the region and beyond.
Iconic Bristol sites invite curious visitors for Heritage Open Days
The University of Bristol is opening its doors on 20 and 21 September as part of the nationwide Heritage Open Days, offering the public a rare glimpse behind the scenes of some of its most historic and unique spaces.
Quantum computing a step closer to solving real-world challenges thanks to $34 million funding
A pioneering quantum computing company co-founded by academics from the University of Bristol and University College London (UCL) has landed $34 million in funding to accelerate its breakthrough work to transform quantum computing’s theoretical promise into practical applications.