Press releases

Scientists at the University of Nottingham have discovered surface patterns that can drastically reduce bacteria’s ability to multiply on plastics, which means that infections on medical devices, such as catheters, could be prevented.

An expert in medical education from the University of Nottingham has been awarded an MBE in this year’s Birthday Honours.

A new study has found that depression is linked to an increased risk of dementia in both mid and later life.

Cultural differences can have a big impact on mental health recovery provisions, a new study from the University of Nottingham has shown.

A new study, led by experts at the University of Nottingham, has found that young people suffering from certain types of cancer, such as bone tumours, are experiencing lengthy times to diagnosis.

New research from the Royal College of Anaesthetists (RCoA) and the University of Nottingham reveals that nearly three-quarters (71%) of UK hospitals are not routinely screening older surgical patients aged 60 and older for frailty—despite clear evidence that frailty significantly increases the risk of complications, including longer hospital stays, delirium, and even death.

An expert from the University of Nottingham, whose research is vital in helping to improve the quality of life and care of people with dementia, has been awarded a Fellowship from the Academy of Medical Sciences.

Scientists and medics have developed an ultra-rapid method of genetically diagnosing brain tumours that will cut the time it takes to classify them from 6-8 weeks, to as little as two hours – which could improve care for thousands of patients each year in the UK.

Experts from the University of Nottingham have proven that multiple sclerosis (MS) can successfully be diagnosed using an MRI scan, meaning patients no longer need to undergo a painful lumbar puncture.

A large-scale simulated road traffic accident (RTA), led by staff and students from the University of Nottingham’s School of Health Sciences, has won a national award for delivering an exceptional student experience.