How repurposed drugs might keep cancer from returning

Many cancer survivors live with the worry that their cancer might come back. This “recurrence” occurs when cancer cells hide somewhere in the body – like in the bone marrow – and start growing again, sometimes years later. Scientists have been trying to understand how to stop these cells from reactivating and causing cancer to […]

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Should young people take creatine?

Creatine is one of the most widely used sports supplements across the world. It’s taken by many in the hopes of boosting strength, enhancing athletic performance and promoting muscle growth. But it isn’t only adults who are using this supplement. A growing number of teenagers and young adults report taking creatine in the hopes of […]

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Ireland: Minister Timmy Dooley Leads Strategic Agri-Food Trade Mission to China to Boost Irish Exports

Ireland has launched a high-level agri-food trade mission to China this week, led by Minister of State for Fisheries Timmy Dooley TD, in partnership with Bord Bia and Enterprise Ireland. The mission, running from 29 to 31 October 2025, aims to strengthen Ireland’s position as a trusted supplier of safe, high-quality, and sustainable agri-food products […]

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STFC backs 10 pioneering health start-ups at Daresbury Laboratory – UKRI

Further information Find further information on LCR Innovation Zone funding at the Liverpool City Region Combined Authority website. STFC’s Deep Tech Catalyst encompasses: Space (European Space Agency BIC UK), Harwell Campus, Oxfordshire Biotechnology (Bio BIC), Sci-Tech Daresbury, Liverpool City Region Quantum Computing BIC (QuBIC) with the National Quantum Computing Centre, Harwell Campus, Oxfordshire Health BIC, […]

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Higher Education Innovation Funding to focus on economic growth – UKRI

Building on the existing strength of the programme in delivering economic benefits, the updated direction will focus on delivery of the government mission of driving economic growth. HEIF invests £280 million annually to drive underpinning and bespoke knowledge exchange activities in universities. This enables world-leading research and expertise to be translated into real-world solutions that […]

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UK NHS Launches Ambitious Plan to Cut Waiting Times and Modernise Patient Care

The National Health Service (NHS) has unveiled its most comprehensive reform in decades, aimed at dramatically reducing waiting times and improving access to care across England. The new Medium Term Planning Framework – Delivering Change Together (2026/27 to 2028/29) sets out a three-year roadmap to overhaul service delivery, eliminate bureaucratic inefficiencies, and empower local leadership. […]

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Why workouts aren’t great for weight loss but useful for maintaining a healthy body weight

The basic principle of weight loss is straightforward: if you consume fewer calories than you burn, you’ll lose weight. In practice though, this isn’t usually so easy or simple. Alongside counting calories or eating smaller portions, many people add exercise into the equation when trying to lose weight to help tip the balance. Yet research […]

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Smart heat pumps could cut bills and ease grid pressure – UKRI

The study tested how homes using smart air source heat pumps could automatically adjust their usage to balance the grid during peak demand periods. The study funded by the Engineering and Physical Sciences Research Council (EPSRC) was led by researchers from the University of Southampton’s Energy and Climate Change Division in collaboration with Good Energy. A […]

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Having strong negative reactions to certain sounds is linked to mental inflexibility

Hearing involves more than just the ears – it’s intimately connected to how we think and feel. A recent study has shed light on the possible links between hearing, emotion, and cognition by investigating misophonia, a condition where someone experiences an extreme emotional response to particular sounds. If you’ve ever felt inexplicably furious at the […]

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How walking football is helping older adults stay fit, connected and competitive

For many older adults, staying active often means doing it alone. Walking, jogging or heading to the gym solo have long been the go-to activities for keeping fit. While these are great for physical health, they can lack that spark of competition and teamwork that makes sport so enjoyable. Unlike youth sports, where camaraderie, friendly […]

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