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In a move which strengthens the UK’s position as a leading global science superpower, Genomics England have committed to developing the world’s largest cancer research platform. By processing large amounts of data, researchers will be able to create improved cancer treatments and provide better patient care. Health data is often dislocated in the NHS, held within many different systems and…

Machine learning can help identify antibiotic-resistant bacteria University of Nottingham researchers have created software which can identify antibiotic-resistant bacteria transmitted between humans, animals and the environment The research is crucial in examining the spread of antibiotic resistant bacteria in spaces in which humans and animals coexist or share closely, such as livestock farming This bacteria can infect humans and render…

In the largest ever study of its kind, Cambridge-based scientists have discovered 58 new mutational signatures in the DNA of cancer patients, which suggests that there are causes of cancer which are not yet understood. The landmark study consisted of 12,000 NHS cancer patients. The study provides incredible insight into the extent of damage caused to the DNA of each…

The UK Government announced new trade measures to support Ukraine following Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. These include: The removal of tariffs on all goods from Ukraine, providing economic support; New export ban on products and technology that Russia could use to repress the people of Ukraine. These could include interception and monitoring equipment; These tariff measures are part of broad…