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Brain's vision secrets unraveled

A new study led by scientists at the Universities of York and Bradford has identified the two areas of the brain responsible for our perception of orientation and shape.

Neuroscience created Feb 03, 2013 | popularity 5 / 5 (9) | comments 3 | with audio podcast

Study reveals pressure ulcer research uncertainties

A new study involving researchers at the University of York has revealed substantial areas of doubt and uncertainty about the prevention and treatment of pressure ulcers.

Diseases, Conditions, Syndromes created May 09, 2013 | popularity not rated yet | comments 0

New study moves researchers closer to lung cancer blood test

Early signs of lung cancer could be diagnosed using a simple blood test following a new discovery by scientists at the University of York.

Cancer created Oct 15, 2012 | popularity 5 / 5 (1) | comments 0 | with audio podcast

Link between prostate cancer and vitamin A may lead to improved treatment

(Medical Xpress)—Cancer scientists at the University of York have shown a link between prostate cancer and vitamin A for the first time.

Cancer created Sep 05, 2012 | popularity 5 / 5 (1) | comments 0

Research uncovers a potential link between Parkinson's and visual problems

The most common genetic cause of Parkinson's is not only responsible for the condition's distinctive movement problems but may also affect vision, according to new research by scientists at the University of York.

Parkinson's & Movement disorders created Feb 15, 2013 | popularity 5 / 5 (1) | comments 0 | with audio podcast

Research shows how 'Mallard' dye fills need for speed

Scientists at the University of York have developed a new medical tool which could help surgeons carrying out complex procedures in the operating theatre.

Medical research created Feb 14, 2013 | popularity 5 / 5 (1) | comments 0 | with audio podcast

York scientists discover driving force behind prostate cancer

Scientists at the University of York have discovered the driving force behind the development of prostate cancer.

Cancer created Mar 27, 2013 | popularity 5 / 5 (2) | comments 0

Yoga: A cost-effective treatment for back pain sufferers?

Specialised group yoga classes could provide a cost-effective way of treating patients with chronic or recurrent low back pain, according to the UK's largest ever study of the benefits of yoga.

Health created Aug 16, 2012 | popularity not rated yet | comments 0

Social networking: Is the igeneration a 'we' generation?

(Medical Xpress)—Social networking sites may increase the bonds of friendship for nine to 13-year-old boys, according to researchers from the University of York.

Psychology & Psychiatry created Dec 21, 2012 | popularity not rated yet | comments 0 | with audio podcast

New research seeks to improve survival for myeloma and lymphoma patients

Researchers at the University of York are launching a major study of lymphoma and myeloma aimed at promoting earlier diagnosis and improving survival for patients with these cancers, which are among the most common in the ...

Cancer created Jul 25, 2012 | popularity 5 / 5 (1) | comments 0

Sweet dreams can spell out improved language skills for youngsters

(Medical Xpress)—A good night's sleep can help children to acquire and retain vocabulary, according to new research by psychologists at the University of York and Sheffield Hallam University.

Health created Nov 27, 2012 | popularity not rated yet | comments 0

New study highlights impact of environmental change on older people

Recent natural disasters illustrate vulnerability of older people: majority of deaths from the Great East Japan Earthquake (2011) and Hurricane Katrina (2005) occurred among older people.

Health created Jan 31, 2013 | popularity not rated yet | comments 0

Introducing 'more patient reality' into NHS spending decisions

A study by health economists at the University of York has, for the first time, produced an estimate of the impact on other NHS patients of new and more costly drugs and other treatments.

Health created Jan 24, 2013 | popularity not rated yet | comments 0

Global collaboration aims to improve mother and newborn health

Researchers from across the world have joined forces to improve the quality of midwifery care and reduce maternal, newborn and infant mortality.

Health created Jun 19, 2012 | popularity 1 / 5 (1) | comments 0

English hospitals can improve their performance

NHS hospitals have substantial scope to improve their efficiency by adopting best practice, according to research published today by Professor Andrew Street and colleagues at the Centre for Health Economics (CHE) at the University ...

Health created Jul 13, 2012 | popularity not rated yet | comments 0