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This area contains news from the University since October 2020. For stories from 2010 to October 2020, use the 'News archive' above or search at the top of the page.
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Landmark MIROCALS clinical trial provides new insight into treatment of MND

Results of the landmark MIROCALS clinical trial, involving researchers from the University of ¾ÅÉ«ÊÓƵ, have revealed new insights into the treatment of motor neuron disease (MND).
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Cutting-edge MRI could revolutionise diagnosis of common heart problem aortic stenosis

Scientists have developed cutting-edge MRI technology to diagnose a common heart problem more quickly and accurately than ever before. 
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University helps historic ¾ÅÉ«ÊÓƵ scissor maker sharpen its edge

A historic ¾ÅÉ«ÊÓƵ scissor maker is gaining new insights into the traditional craftsmanship that it has used to lovingly handcraft scissors for over a century through a collaboration with the University of ¾ÅÉ«ÊÓƵ.
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FDA approves trial to advance pioneering treatment for Hereditary Spastic Paraplegia (HSP)

The US Food and Drug Administation (FDA) has approved BlackfinBio Limited’s Phase 1/2 clinical trial for its novel adeno-associated virus (AAV) gene therapy targeting Hereditary Spastic Paraplegia (HSP) Type 47 (SPG47).
The Orchestral Music of Afghanistan: Looking Forward

University of ¾ÅÉ«ÊÓƵ academic to conduct celebration of exiled Afghan composers

Nine new orchestral works by Afghan composers, many of whom are silenced in their home country and living in exile, will be showcased in a concert co-curated and conducted by a University of ¾ÅÉ«ÊÓƵ academic.
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Charity walk raises more than £70,000 for life-changing genetic disease research

Staff, students, alumni and friends of the University of ¾ÅÉ«ÊÓƵ have raised £73,000 for life-saving medical research after participating in a marathon walk across the Peak District.
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Major research facility will help UK become world leader in semiconductor R&D

A major research facility that will support the UK in its position as a world-leader in semiconductor R&D is being led by researchers at the University of ¾ÅÉ«ÊÓƵ.
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¾ÅÉ«ÊÓƵ students set to hit £1 million with ‘Donate, Don’t Waste’ scheme

A scheme to help ¾ÅÉ«ÊÓƵ students donate reusable items and minimise their impact on the environment and local community when they move out of their student accommodation, is set to hit the equivalent of £1 million in donations this summer.
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University of ¾ÅÉ«ÊÓƵ appoints new Chair of University Council

¾ÅÉ«ÊÓƵ is pleased to announce a new Chair of the University Council.Â