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UK launches whole genome sequence alliance to map spread of coronavirus

Thu, 26 Mar 2020 15:09:30 GMT

The Universities of Nottingham and Birmingham join a £20 million investment to help public health agencies combat COVID-19 and future pandemics.

New approach to coronavirus testing could curb spread of virus

Thu, 26 Mar 2020 14:41:54 GMT

A new approach to testing for coronavirus (COVID19) is to be trialled by researchers here at the University of Leicester, which could determine whether a person is infectious or not – even before symptoms are present. If successful, the approach could greatly simplify large scale screening for the virus and curb the spread of the disease.

Researchers will use simple, low cost face masks which are adapted using 3D printed strips that can trap exhaled microbes whilst the mask is worn for 30 minutes.

Using the adapted mask to screen for coronavirus could allow very large groups to be checked at once, potentially helping to curb the spread of the virus and avoiding long stays in quarantine.

For further details see: https://le.ac.uk/news/2020/february/28-coronavirus-masks

Nottingham Universities enable 20,000 COVID-19 tests per day

Thu, 26 Mar 2020 14:39:00 GMT

Universities in Nottingham have today supplied 16 machines to support the national effort in the fight against COVID-19.

MedTech worth £1.6 billion to Midlands economy according to new report.

Thu, 07 Nov 2019 10:45:00 GMT

A new report has been launched, which highlights the critical importance of the Medical Technologies (MedTech) sector to the Midlands economy.

The report focuses upon the nature and scale of the MedTech sector, its contribution to the regional economy, what Midlands businesses need to achieve growth, and barriers faced.

Midland MedTech Report soon to be launch!

Fri, 20 Sep 2019 11:30:00 GMT

Hatch Regeneris has undertaken an assessment of the nature and scale of the Midlands MedTech, its contribution to the regional economy, what MedTech businesses in the Midlands need to achieve growth and increased productivity, and the barriers they face in achieving this.

MedTech in the Midlands? Help us help you!

Mon, 25 Mar 2019 16:36:00 GMT

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Success from the Strength in Places Fund

Mon, 25 Mar 2019 16:32:41 GMT

It is fantastic to see the Midlands well represented in successful stage 1 Strength in Places Fund awards. Industry driven Research and Innovation for patient benefit and productivity uplift is core to these programmes. MHI and its partners fully support these initiatives.

Life Science Sector Deal highlights Midlands’ strengths in health innovation

Wed, 05 Dec 2018 14:10:15 GMT

The government’s new Life Sciences Sector Deal, published today (5th Dec 2018), highlights the significant role that the Midlands plays in the UK’s Life Sciences sector.

Midlands Innovation universities and regional partners welcome Professor Sir John Bell

Tue, 16 Oct 2018 14:06:00 GMT

On 1st October, partners from across the Midlands region welcomed Professor Sir John Bell to explore the considerable Life Science strengths and opportunities present.

Midlands Innovation universities welcome investment into NMR capabilities

Sat, 09 Jun 2018 16:03:28 GMT

The Midlands region has been propelled to the forefront of the UK’s NMR capability, thanks to a £20m investment across UK institutions from the EPSRC.