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Salt Delayed US sodium targets may cost 250,000 lives
21 February 2022

Last October, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) finalised a set of short-term, voluntary goals for lowering salt levels in foods—five years after they were proposed in 2016. A new study published today in Hypertension—a journal published by the American Heart Association – involving Queen Mary University of London researchers shows the delay cost thousands of lives and concluded that if the food and restaurant industries would have adopted the lower salt levels presented in FDA’s proposed two-year and 10-year targets on schedule, as many as 265,000 lives could have been saved between 2017 and 2031.

Project protecting online privacy for people going through serious life events secures major funding
17 February 2022

Protecting people from stalking, online trolls, and other serious online dangers they are exposed to when going through serious real-life events is the focus of a major new £3.44 million project involving Queen Mary University of London researchers. It is funded by the Engineering and Physical Sciences Research Council.

Whole genome sequencing robustly detects the most common inherited neurological diseases and is adopted by healthcare
17 February 2022

Scientists have found whole genome sequencing (WGS) can quickly and accurately detect the most common inherited neurological disorders – something previously thought to be impossible – with the results supporting the use of WGS as a standard diagnostic tool within routine clinical practice.

Queen Mary alumnus on the road to becoming an astronaut
16 February 2022

Dr Fabian Hualca-Tigsilema, who graduated from Queen Mary University of London in 2014, was accepted as a European Space Agency (ESA) astronaut candidate last year and has now completed the first of five required phases of assessment.

Queen Mary researchers join group in search for gravitational waves
11 February 2022

A team of researchers from the Astronomy Unit in the School of Physical and Chemical Sciences at Queen Mary University of London have been admitted to the LIGO Scientific Collaboration, the global organisation leading the detection and interpretation of gravitational wave events.

New study suggests changing breast screening programme timelines would increase detected cases and uptake
11 February 2022

A new study led by Queen Mary University of London, published in the Journal of Medical Screening, has found that using a longer interval between screens but a higher uptake in the NHS screening programme for breast cancers could detect more cancers early than with the current interval and uptake rates. For example, a four year interval with 62% uptake would lead to 295 screen detected cancers per 10,000 invited, compared with 222 cancers with a 3-year round.

New research shows ethnicity and deprivation are independently associated with dementia risk
11 February 2022

People from ethnic minority groups and socioeconomically deprived areas face higher risks of developing dementia, according to new research from Queen Mary University of London published today in The Lancet Regional Health Europe.

Salt shaker and pot on wooden table.Credit:iStock.com.New research shows that children can play an important role in lowering families’ salt intake
10 February 2022

A new study published in The BMJ and carried out by researchers funded by the National Institute for Health Research (NIHR) at Queen Mary University of London and The George Institute for Global Health at Peking University Health Science Center, has shown that schoolchildren can help their families to successfully reduce salt intake via smartphone app-based learning.

New study shows light-to-moderate coffee consumption is associated with health-benefits
10 February 2022

The study by Queen Mary University of London and the Budapest Semmelweis University has shown that having up to three cups of coffee a day is associated with a protective effect on heart health. It is also associated with a reduction in the overall mortality rate and the risk of stroke. The results have recently been published in the European Journal of Preventative Cardiology.

New drug combination for aggressive breast cancer could save thousands of lives
10 February 2022

An immunotherapy drug called ‘pembrolizumab’ has been shown to significantly reduce disease recurrence in patients with the most aggressive type of breast cancer, according to results from a phase III clinical trial led by Queen Mary University of London and Barts Health NHS Trust.

Image: Jardín Botánico de MadridNew study pinpoints bumblebee genes that help them adapt to environmental changes
9 February 2022

Researchers from Queen Mary University of London and Imperial College London have identified genes that could help bumblebees overcome environmental challenges such as climate change.

Image of students sitting in front of computes in a labQueen Mary celebrates Apprenticeship Week with another record-breaking year
7 February 2022

Over the past five years, there has been a substantial rise in the number of degree apprenticeship programmes offered at Queen Mary. We are also attracting a record number of apprentices. The data comes during National Apprenticeship Week, a week-long celebration highlighting the benefits apprenticeships can have for individuals, businesses and local communities.

Professor Sir Mark Caulfield appointed VP Health at Queen Mary and President-elect of the British Pharmacological Society
3 February 2022

The British Pharmacological Society has announced the appointment of Queen Mary University of London’s Professor Sir Mark Caulfield as its new President-elect.

Couple speaking to a therapist. Credit: iStock.comGenetic study suggests more sensitive people respond better to couple’s therapy
2 February 2022

How well someone responds to couple’s therapy could be determined by their genes, according to a new study led by Queen Mary University of London and the University of Denver.

 

Cartoon hand with magnifying glass in front of papers. Credit: iStock.comComparing preprints and their finalized publications during the pandemic
2 February 2022

A new study involving Queen Mary University of London researchers has explored how preprints compare with their published versions.  

AWACAN-ED project logoNew Queen Mary research project aims to advance early cancer diagnosis in Africa
2 February 2022

Researchers from Queen Mary University of London have been awarded £3 million funding from the National Institute for Health Research (NIHR) to encourage earlier cancer diagnosis in Southern Africa.

Professor Manu Raj MathurGlobal oral health expert Professor Manu Raj Mathur joins Queen Mary University of London
1 February 2022

Professor Manu Raj Mathur will join Queen Mary University of London’s Centre for Dental Public Health and Primary Care on 1 February 2022 as Professor of Dental Public Health. 

Queen Mary alumnus launches new mental health app
27 January 2022

Dr Nick Prior, NHS psychiatrist and former student at Queen Mary University of London has launched the ‘Minderful’ app to make mental fitness accessible and engaging.

Covid-19 testing kit that fits into backpack. Credit: Lin et alScientists develop Covid-19 testing lab in a backpack
26 January 2022

Researchers have created a simple Covid-19 testing lab that fits into a backpack providing a cheap and effective solution for low income or remote areas.

Honorary degrees presented at Queen Mary Graduation
26 January 2022

Three honorary degrees were awarded during January’s graduation, marking the awardees’ invaluable contributions to the fields of engineering, political journalism and law. Queen Mary congratulates this year’s recipients for their successes and service to others.

1 in 4 Chilled Sliced Meats Sold in the UK are Saltier than Atlantic Seawater, according to new data
25 January 2022

New research by Action on Salt from Queen Mary University of London has revealed that two-thirds of all chilled sliced meats including sliced ham, chicken, corned beef and salami sold by leading grocery retailers are dangerously high in salt – with one in three failing to meet the national salt reduction targets.

Queen Mary students receive first lecture in the metaverse
19 January 2022

A group of Queen Mary third year medical students received the lecture in the virtual reality (VR) world, led by Professor Shafi Ahmed.

Professor Sir Jonathan Van-TamProfessor Sir Jonathan Van-Tam answers Covid-19 questions at Queen Mary event
18 January 2022

Queen Mary’s Institute of Dentistry recently hosted a virtual Q&A session with England’s Deputy Chief Medical Officer, Professor Sir Jonathan Van-Tam.

Blue pills. Credit: iStock.comOptimising treatments for high blood pressure and cardiovascular disease could save lives, according to researchers
14 January 2022

A recent study shows that optimising medicines for high blood pressure and cardiovascular disease patients living in East London could reduce lifetime hospital costs and prevent cardiovascular events such as heart attacks and strokes.

Queen Mary partners with Goldman Sachs for new degree apprenticeship
13 January 2022

Queen Mary University of London and Goldman Sachs are launching a new Global Markets degree apprenticeship, offering students a chance to gain four years of work experience at a world-leading investment firm and a degree from one of the world’s leading research-intensive universities. Those accepted will join September 2022.

Eminent materials scientist joins Queen Mary
10 January 2022

Professor Sir Harshad "Harry" Kumar Dharamshi Hansraj Bhadeshia, the Indian-British metals expert is joining Queen Mary University of London.

Elizabeth Clare samples air to collect airborne DNA. Credit: Elizabeth ClareDNA from air could revolutionize the way we measure animal biodiversity, say scientists
6 January 2022

Two new studies published today in the journal Current Biology show that environmental DNA (eDNA) collected from air can be used to detect a wide range of animal species and offers a novel, non-invasive approach to monitoring biodiversity. 

Man on smart phone. Credit: iStock.comGraphene could replace rare metal used in mobile phone screens
6 January 2022

A new study, published in the journal Advanced Optical Materials, is the first to show graphene can replace Indium Tin Oxide (ITO) in an electronic or optical device.

Queen Mary alumna completes incredible expedition to the South Pole
6 January 2022

Captain Preet Chandi, a Queen Mary University of London alumna, travelled 700 miles in just 40 days, capping a remarkable achievement.

Credit: Shaun Jeffers / Shutterstock.comQueen Mary staff recognised in the New Year Honours List
1 January 2022

Congratulations to Queen Mary colleagues on their awards published in the latest New Year Honours List.

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