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National centre to tackle rare lung diseases
A £9.4 million collaborative research centre will accelerate improved tests, treatments and potentially cures for thousands of people living with rare respiratory diseases.
Dementia patients at risk from antipsychotic drugs
Use of antipsychotic drugs in people with dementia is associated with higher risks of a range of serious health outcomes compared with non-use, according to a study.
Pioneering research wins prestigious EU funding
Ambitious projects in the fields of astronomy, nuclear astrophysics and medicine are to be supported by highly coveted research awards.
Centres train graduates to meet UK future challenges
Six training centres are to develop the next generation of highly skilled graduates in areas of critical importance, including clean energy and future computing.
£20m boost for drive to improve child safety
World-leading researchers have been given a major boost in the battle to safeguard vulnerable children.
Teen study to track loneliness in the digital age
The impact of online socialising on young people’s loneliness is the subject of a nationwide study.
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