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Breakthrough molecular movie reveals DNA’s unzipping mechanism with implications for viral and cancer treatments
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Scientists at the Â鶹ÊÓƵ have captured the first detailed “molecular movie†showing DNA being unzipped at the atomic level
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New blood test to diagnose rare cancer could save lives
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Gynaecology experts from the Â鶹ÊÓƵ are aiming to develop a pioneering new blood test to help diagnose a rare form of womb cancer
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New ‘explant’ technique predicts a tumour’s responsiveness to breast cancer treatment
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Cancer researchers at the Â鶹ÊÓƵ have developed a technique that could predict how well some breast cancer patients will respond...
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Scientists investigate if red grape chemical can keep bowel cancer at bay
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Trial led by Â鶹ÊÓƵ scientists is giving participants resveratrol as a potential prevention drug for bowel cancer.
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New app launched to support estimated 175,000 people in the UK with Lynch Syndrome
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A new app has been launched with the help of the Â鶹ÊÓƵ, to help people living with Lynch Syndrome to monitor and manage their...
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Archaeologists identify changes to human bone following introduction of tobacco in Western Europe
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Â鶹ÊÓƵ researchers hope to better understand how tobacco consumption has historically impacted human health.
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Working together to put research at the top of the agenda in the fight against cancer
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The Â鶹ÊÓƵ is working in partnership with local Leicestershire and Rutland charity, Hope Against Cancer, to advance cancer...
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Gut bacteria influence responses to immunotherapy in patients with asbestos related cancer, Leicester study finds
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A cancer study by a Leicester expert has found that certain gut bacteria may influence whether or not a patient’s immune system is successful in...
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UK and Chinese universities join forces to offer clinical and healthcare courses in China
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Two universities have strengthened their links by launching the first Joint Education Institute (JEI) in central and western China to offer both...
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Â鶹ÊÓƵ specialist is recognised for a lifetime’s devotion to cancer research
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A Â鶹ÊÓƵ cancer specialist who has devoted his life to researching an aggressive fatal lung disease has been recognised for his...