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University of Surrey @uniofsurrey.bsky.social · 15h

We're partnering on an Innovate UK-backed project to create an AI-powered mental health app for neurodivergent young people. The project, led by Photography-Based Therapeutics Ltd, uses AR and AI to transform photography into a therapeutic tool for emotional expression. https://bit.ly/4mOYOgf

University of Surrey @uniofsurrey.bsky.social · 16h

Our VC, Prof Stephen Jarvis, is honoured to join this week’s British trade mission to India. As founder members of the new UK Universities in India Alliance, we’re proud to be part of a higher education skills and research accelerator for UK/India trade and growth. www.surrey.ac.uk/news/surrey-...

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University of Surrey @uniofsurrey.bsky.social · 1d

Researchers are teaming to create "Immune Digital Twins", AKA virtual models of a patient's immune system, allowing doctors to simulate treatments for diseases before ever administering them.

https://bit.ly/3WhUATv
@researchdataall.bsky.social @rdaeurope.bsky.social

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University of Surrey @uniofsurrey.bsky.social · 3d

Our School of Health Sciences is leading research into whether drones could play a role in getting defibrillators to cardiac arrest patients more quickly.

https://bit.ly/4mJUQWf

@scottfsmunro.bsky.social

#Drones #MedTech #Research #Innovation #Healthcare #EmergencyServices #PublicHealth

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University of Surrey @uniofsurrey.bsky.social · 6d

World’s first elephant herpesvirus vaccine trial found to be safe and immune-boosting www.surrey.ac.uk/news/breakth... (picture credit: Chester Zoo)

Female calf, Indali, was one of the first elephants to receive the vaccine at Chester Zoo after surviving the disease in 2019

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University of Surrey @uniofsurrey.bsky.social · 9d

Trials are underway to explore how smart flooring could help prevent serious injuries in older adults by cushioning their falls.

Volunteers are needed - find out more here: https://www.surrey.ac.uk/news/new-trial-investigates-how-smart-flooring-could-protect-older-adults-fall-related-injuries

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University of Surrey @uniofsurrey.bsky.social · 9d

Always great to connect with our friends at BBC Radio Surrey. This morning our new President and Vice Chancellor, Professor Stephen Jarvis, popped in for the first time for an interview.

If you want to listen back, check it out on BBC Sounds - https://bbc.in/42hrLdq (scroll to 3:13.00).

University of Surrey @uniofsurrey.bsky.social · 10d

Suit up, stargaze and meet our space engineers at this year’s World Space Week Highstreet Takeover.

We hope to see you there.

🔗 https://www.surrey.ac.uk/news/local-engagement-key-thriving-space-sector-say-surrey-scientists-university-invites-public-world

University of Surrey @uniofsurrey.bsky.social · 13d

Our latest study from our School of Psychology found that exposure to body-positive and humorous content not only improves women's body satisfaction but also inspires them to take action against unrealistic beauty standards via gratitude.

https://bit.ly/4pDxtAq
@fabiofas.bsky.social

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University of Surrey @uniofsurrey.bsky.social · 14d

Is our internal body clock linked to how our body renews its bone tissue? A new study from our School of Biosciences suggests that this may be the case.

#circadianrhythms #medicalresearch #health #bonehealth

https://bit.ly/3K9Q07g

University of Surrey @uniofsurrey.bsky.social · 14d

Our Vet School joins a major global project to combat schistosomiasis, a devastating tropical disease. Our researchers will co-lead the £8.1m Wellcome-funded DRIVERS project, investigating why current treatments fail and developing new strategies for disease control.
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University of Surrey @uniofsurrey.bsky.social · 15d

New research highlights pervasive discrimination against LGBT+ professionals and students in the UK veterinary profession.

www.surrey.ac.uk/news/discrim...

#VeterinaryMedicine #LGBTQ+ #VetProfession

University of Surrey @uniofsurrey.bsky.social · 15d

New research has found that 65% of our daily actions are triggered by habit, not conscious choice.

https://bit.ly/42LBadk

#HabitFormation #Psychology #Wellness #GoalSetting #PublicHealth #Habits #Health #Goals

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University of South Carolina Arnold School of Public Health @uscarnoldschool.bsky.social · 16d

Two-thirds of our daily behaviors are #habits, according to new research, and this is (mostly) good news. 🚶🏾‍♀️ 🏋🏼‍♀️ 🥗https://ow.ly/KW1c50X0J3k

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@profbengardner.bsky.social @phdsleepy.bsky.social

Many psychology models portray people as rational decision makers who carefully deliberate over the pros and cons of their options prior to choosing how to act. However, previous research has shown that one of the most reliable predictors of future behavior is past behavior.

Amanda Rebar, associate professor of health promotion, education, and behavior

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University of Surrey @uniofsurrey.bsky.social · 16d

New research has found that D2 supplements can lead to a drop in the body's concentration of vitamin D3 https://bit.ly/46Mhg4p

University of Surrey @uniofsurrey.bsky.social · 17d

The University of Surrey and Taiwan’s National Central University sign an agreement to work together on solar radiation measurement, deep space exploration and building stronger space infrastructure. www.surrey.ac.uk/news/uk-and-... #SpaceEngineering

University of Surrey @uniofsurrey.bsky.social · 21d

The Surrey Space Institute brings together space engineering, law, business, biosciences, materials science and AI – all to tackle global challenges like water security and sustainable space exploration.

stories.surrey.ac.uk/SurreyShapes...

#SurreyShapes #Space

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University of Surrey @uniofsurrey.bsky.social · 24d

Today we are delighted to welcome Professor Stephen Jarvis, our new President and Vice-Chancellor, to campus.

Welcome to Surrey, Stephen!

#ProudToBeSurrey

University of Surrey @uniofsurrey.bsky.social · Sep 9

A new opinion piece on the @bmj.com by our School of Health Sciences and @oxprimarycare.bsky.social suggests that general practice must remain central to primary care reforms, building on its core strengths: continuity of care and long-term patient relationships.

https://bit.ly/4pwSg8T

University of Surrey @uniofsurrey.bsky.social · Sep 2

Schools are back! Let's teach kids how to interact with animals safely.

https://bit.ly/3Vj7ikr

#ZoonoticDiseases #VeterinaryPublicHealth #ChildSafety #AnimalInteraction

University of Surrey @uniofsurrey.bsky.social · Aug 26

Natural compound forskolin shows dual promise against aggressive leukaemia, a potential game-changer in the fight against Acute Myeloid Leukaemia.

bit.ly/3UEa17O

#LeukaemiaResearch #CancerTreatment #Leukaemia #CancerResearch

University of Surrey @uniofsurrey.bsky.social · Aug 21

Are aggressive dog reports up, or is social media just louder? We shed light on why dogs show aggressive-like behaviour.

🔗 www.surrey.ac.uk/news/expert-...

#DogBehavior #AnimalWelfare #VeterinaryMedicine #SocialMedia #BehaviouralMedicine

University of Surrey @uniofsurrey.bsky.social · Aug 19

New research from our School of Psychology and Queen Mary University of London found a link between high sensitivity and increased risk for mental health issues like anxiety and depression.

www.surrey.ac.uk/news/new-res...

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University of Surrey @uniofsurrey.bsky.social · Aug 12

With UK heatwaves increasing, how do we keep animals safe? Learn essential tips to protect pets and farm animals:

🔗https://www.surrey.ac.uk/news/expert-comment-heatwave-advice-animals

#HeatwaveSafety #AnimalWelfare #VeterinaryAdvice

University of Surrey @uniofsurrey.bsky.social · Aug 12

Our researchers, backed by Kidney Research UK, examined 21 novel biomarkers that could enable personalised chronic kidney disease prediction, management and treatments.

🔗 www.surrey.ac.uk/news/persona...

#CKD #Biomarkers #MedicalResearch #KidneyDisease

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