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Russell Group @russellgroup.bsky.social · 1h

Read more about this incredible breakthrough here www.russellgroup.ac.uk/impact/scien...

Scientists directly observe Parkinson’s ‘trigger’ in human brain tissue for the first time | Russell Group

Scientists have, for the first time, directly visualised and quantified the protein clusters believed to trigger Parkinson’s, marking a major advance in the study of the world’s fastest-growing neurol...

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Russell Group @russellgroup.bsky.social · 1h

For the first time, scientists from @cam.ac.uk @ucl.ac.uk @crick.ac.uk and @polymtl.bsky.social have seen the tiny protein clusters thought to 'trigger' Parkinson’s disease. 🧠Using a new imaging technique, this could reveal how the disease spreads – and how to treat it.

Scientists directly observe Parkinson’s ‘trigger’ in human brain tissue for the first time | Russell Group

Scientists have, for the first time, directly visualised and quantified the protein clusters believed to trigger Parkinson’s, marking a major advance in the study of the world’s fastest-growing neurol...

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King's College London @kingscollegelondon.bsky.social · 1d

Dr David Burke's research into pathogen and viruses is driving pandemic preparedness and targeted vaccines.

He uses cutting-edge technology to reveal how genetics shape the structure and function of protein, essential in devising new treatments.

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#ScienceAtKings

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King's College London @kingscollegelondon.bsky.social · 22h

The first global standard to measure outcomes in dengue fever treatment trials has been announced.

Co-led by @kingsnmpc.bsky.social, it could improve the quality of clinical trials & inform future policy decisions -hopefully accelerating the discovery of treatments.

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New global standard to measure outcomes in dengue treatment trials | King's College London

This could help improve the quality of clinical trials and future policy making initiatives.

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Queen Mary University of London @qmul.bsky.social · 4h

Today is #WorldMentalHealthDay 🌍

This year’s theme - “Access to services: mental health in catastrophes and emergencies” reminds us how vital it is to have support available in difficult times.

Find out more about our mental health support: www.qmul.ac.uk/student-expe...
#WMHD2025

World Mental Health Day

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University of Oxford @ox.ac.uk · 3h

🌍 | Natural hydrogen, long overlooked as a viable energy resource, is emerging as one of the most exciting frontiers in sustainable energy.

Discover how Oxford research is positioned firmly at the forefront of this global pursuit. ⬇️

@oxuniearthsci.bsky.social | #OxfordClimate

Natural Hydrogen - the untapped solution to decarbonisation?

YouTube video by University of Oxford

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University of Glasgow @uofglasgow.bsky.social · 2h

Terminally ill Scots will benefit from strengthened housing protections, following key amendments to the Housing (Scotland) Bill.

The @uofgdumfries.bsky.social @mariecurieuk.bsky.social ‘Dying in the Margins’ study was central to informing these amendments.

Read more: gla.ac/46Rpabq

Stacey and Joost ten Wolde, who faced housing issues following Stacey's terminal illness diagnosis.

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Russell Group @russellgroup.bsky.social · 21h

By enabling Indian students to access UK-quality education at home, the UK enhances its global influence & soft power. @britishcouncil.bsky.social research shows that students who experience UK education have positive views of the UK for decades. Read more here 👇 www.gov.uk/government/n...

World-leading UK higher education sector expands in India and bolsters growth at home

The UK’s world-leading higher education sector is set to bring in a £50 million boost to the economy as part of a major expansion of British universities in India.

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Russell Group @russellgroup.bsky.social · 21h

The major expansion of UK universities in India announced today is set to bring in a £50 million boost to the economy. As Education Secretary Bridget Phillipson said, "British higher education is world-leading – and this expansion shows its global appeal."

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Russell Group @russellgroup.bsky.social · 21h

Fantastic to see many of our universities celebrating higher education as one of the UK’s greatest exports and meeting with Keir Starmer and Narendra Modi as part of the trade mission in Mumbai today.

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University of Cambridge @cam.ac.uk · 1d

For the first time, Cambridge scientists have seen the tiny protein clusters thought to 'trigger' #Parkinsons disease 🧠

Using a new imaging technique, this could reveal how the disease spreads – and how to treat it.

New #research from @chemistrycambridge.bsky.social https://bit.ly/42XlJyS 🧪

Parkinson’s ‘trigger’ directly observed in human brain tissue for the first time

Scientists have, for the first time, directly visualised and quantified the protein clusters believed to trigger Parkinson’s, marking a major advance in the

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Russell Group @russellgroup.bsky.social · 1d

A pioneering company that creates healthy,sustainable food is helping to tackle the challenge of obesity.MicroLub,a spinout from @universityofleeds.bsky.social has developed protein-based molecular sponges called microgels.Read about their amazing work here www.russellgroup.ac.uk/impact/leeds...

Leeds spinout helping tackle obesity | Russell Group

Horizon Europe funding helps University of Leeds spinout create new healthy eating options

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University of Southampton @unisouthampton.bsky.social · 4d

Our researchers have carried out the most complete study of Egypt’s Karnak temple, one of the ancient world’s largest temple complexes.

It reveals new evidence on the age of the temple, its landscape, and tantalising links to ancient Egyptian mythology.

Read more 👉 https://tr.pulse.ly/ceqvwv4rpq

Core samples being extracted at Karnak by 4 men.

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Durham University @durham.ac.uk · 2d

Our researchers are working with affrichighlands.bsky.social to track red deer 🦌 in the Scottish Highlands to understand their movements and impact on the landscape.

📺Watch the latest episode of BBC Scotland’s Landward to find out more.

brnw.ch/21wWk1s

@ps-wildlife-res.bsky.social

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Newcastle University @newcastleuni.bsky.social · 2d

Our climate experts have discovered that climate change is supercharging Europe’s biggest hail. Study findings revealed that global warming may lead to less frequent but bigger and more devastating hail storms. 🌩

Find out more here. ⬇

https://bit.ly/42ZuPuZ

#WeAreNCL

Close-up view of a car with a severely cracked windshield and front damage, parked on a roadside.

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King's College London @kingscollegelondon.bsky.social · 2d

Now open at @scigallerylon.bsky.social, Quantum Untangled fuses art, science and extraordinary interdisciplinary research together to consider big quantum questions and reveal the power quantum possesses to transform our futures

🗓️: 8 October 2025 - 28 February 2026
🔗: www.kcl.ac.uk/news/quantum...

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University of Oxford @ox.ac.uk · 1d

🌍 | This #WorldSpaceWeek, discover how Oxford experts are using satellites to observe changes to the climate, from tracking dust storms to monitoring deforestation. ⬇️

#OxfordClimate

Climate modelling, weather and extreme events

From over 250 years of weather records to implementing AI for state-of-the-art climate models, Oxford researchers are learning from the past and predicting the future when it comes to extreme weather ...

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Times Higher Education (THE) @timeshighered.bsky.social · 2d

The UK’s leading research universities have called for strengthened UK-US research ties, warning that action is needed now to secure long-term collaboration. Tash Mosheim reports https://ow.ly/4G4W50X7UFx

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Times Higher Education (THE) @timeshighered.bsky.social · 2d

UK and US researchers must forge closer ties amid “significant political changes”, the Russell Group has said, urging the UK government to consider new ways of collaborating and removing barriers to long-term partnerships

#AcademicSky #EduSky

Expanding visa eligibility ‘can deepen UK-US research links’

Russell Group calls for long-term partnerships to be secured amid political uncertainty

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Russell Group @russellgroup.bsky.social · 2d

So how can the UK strengthen the special research relationship for the longer term?

Our report sets out 19 recommendations that will help amid significant political changes in Washington with global ramifications for research.

➡️Find out more:

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UK-US toolkit can secure R&D partnerships for the long term | Russell Group

Solidify US-UK collaborations now to cement the special research relationship, universities say

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Russell Group @russellgroup.bsky.social · 2d

Key disciplines for Russell Group US partnerships include fields central to the new UK-US technology partnership.

Medicine, engineering, computer science – all were identified by universities as critical to their collaborations now, and in the future.

Graph highlighting survey responses on research themes important to Russell Group university R&D collaborations with partners in the US. Engineering and technology is the most popular research area identified, followed by computing and subjects allied to medicine.

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Russell Group @russellgroup.bsky.social · 2d

🔬Nearly 30% of our universities’ joint international research in 2023 involved working with partners in the US.

In a new report today we’ve taken a close look at our current R&D links – and how we can strengthen ties in the face of funding and political challenges. 🧵

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John Morgan @johnmorgan3.bsky.social · 2d

More action on the increasingly busy "ease visas for researchers" front, this time from @russellgroup.bsky.social, specifically in relation to US.

Useful for Vallance, given his apparent moves within govt on this issue.

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Continue visa expansion to woo US researchers, ministers urged - Research Professional News

Russell Group says UK government should work with Royal Society and others to attract talent

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University of Southampton @unisouthampton.bsky.social · 6d

Great to welcome His Royal Highness The Duke of Edinburgh to see how ground-breaking light-based tech is driving the UK’s economic growth.

The Duke met academics at the forefront of developing silicon photonics, as well as young people considering a career in science.

Read more 👉 tr.ee/omAFNY

His Royal Highness The Duke of Edinburgh observes a demonstration at a wooden table, where two young women present a small machine connected to a laptop, with a display board on photonics in the background.

His Royal Highness The Duke of Edinburgh and Vice-Chancellor Mark E. Smith smile as they hold a framed chip, while a group of people watch in the background.

His Royal Highness The Duke of Edinburgh in full cleanroom protective suit alongside researchers during a laboratory tour.

His Royal Highness The Duke of Edinburgh is welcomed with a handshake during his visit, greeted by staff and dignitaries lined up in reception.

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Russell Group @russellgroup.bsky.social · 7d

University spinouts provide great return on investment for UK plc. It's why we've been calling on government to join universities in investing more in the early development stage.

Read more in our report, Future Ready: the Path to Growth:

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Increasing high-growth spinouts | Russell Group

Universities are critical to a strong spinout landscape: they enable researchers to generate world-leading IP, nurture technical talent, and connect stakeholders within local ecosystems.

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