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Revolutionary new tool detects signs of motor neurone disease before symptoms begin

Scientists from the University of Aberdeen in collaboration with the University of Edinburgh and international partners, have identified a new way to detect signs of motor neurone disease (MND) in brain tissue that can pick up indicators of MND earlier and with more sensitivity than currently used tests.
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Funding award for new database to aid early diagnosis in breast cancer

Local charity, Friends of ANCHOR is the key funder for a new digital dataset that will continue the drive to optimise artificial intelligence (AI) in diagnosing breast cancer in north-east Scotland.
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More breast cancers detected in first evaluation of breast screening AI

"It's a lifesaver, it's a life changer," says one of the first women in the UK to have her breast cancer picked up by AI software, Mia
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New brain discovery could help in the fight against obesity

New study could help to tackle obesity Researchers have found cluster of cells that control food intake and body weight Findings could lead to development of targeted obesity medication that doesn’t cause nausea One of the largest threats to human health is obesity, but now researchers from the University of Aberdeen Rowett Institute...
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Aberdeen-led study aims to reduce inequalities in the diagnosis and treatment of kidney disease

There are 3.5 million people living with Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD) in the UK and the numbers are growing. Of these, a third remain undiagnosed and by 2040, kidney disease will be the fifth biggest killer worldwide*.
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Aberdeen scientists identify genetic anxiety 'switch'
New research from the University of Aberdeen has identified an area of DNA in the human genome that plays a role in controlling anxiety.
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Remarkable women changing lives in the north-east and beyond celebrated at International Women's Day

The remarkable work of a female professor leading research into diabetes, cardiovascular disease, and diabetes will be celebrated as part of International Women's Day.
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University of Aberdeen's Research Facilities Showcase returns

Businesses looking to find out how they can tap into the University of Aberdeen's world class research facilities and expertise are being invited to attend an information-sharing event on April 19.
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Novel mechanism with potential to boost checkpoint blocking cancer immunotherapies identified

Researchers at the University of Aberdeen working on a partnership study that looks at how the immune system could help improve cancer treatment have found a potential new way to aid and develop better cancer therapies.
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What becomes of the broken hearted? 'Broken-heart syndrome' patients failed by current treatment

Medication currently given following takotsubo cardiomyopathy diagnosis - also known as broken-heart syndrome is ineffective.