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University of East Anglia (UEA) @uniofeastanglia.bsky.social · 27/08/2026

Led by Prof Paul Hunter from our @ueamedical.bsky.social, the research adds to growing concerns about water quality and highlights the importance of monitoring pollution levels at popular freshwater bathing sites. @healthuea.bsky.social @nihr.bsky.social

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University of East Anglia (UEA) @uniofeastanglia.bsky.social · 26/08/2026

Led by Prof Anne-Marie Minihane, Director of the Norwich Institute for Healthy Ageing, the research suggests that HRT could have protective benefits for some groups, highlighting the potential for more personalised approaches to prevention. @healthuea.bsky.social @ueamedical.bsky.social

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UEA School of Health Sciences @ueahealthsciences.bsky.social · 10/08/2026

🎉 We've launched a brand new School of Health Sciences website! With a fresh, simplified design, it's now even easier to explore our courses, facilities and research across @uniofeastanglia.bsky.social and the Norwich Research Park. 🔗 www.uea.ac.uk/about/school... #NewWebsite #ProudToBeHSC

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University of East Anglia (UEA) @uniofeastanglia.bsky.social · 01/07/2026

Researchers from our @ueaenv.bsky.social and @ueamedical.bsky.social have found even modest, short-term changes in weather can have a measurable impact on demand for NHS mental health services across England. Read more: bit.ly/44q4yqh #ResearchMatters #MentalHealth #Heatwave

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University of East Anglia (UEA) @uniofeastanglia.bsky.social · 02/07/2026

Researchers from our Norwich Medical School, @ueamedical.bsky.social have used decades-old hospital samples to uncover how one of the world’s most feared antibiotic-resistant superbugs rose to global dominance. Read more: bit.ly/4oWv4Rf #ResearchMatters #NewStudy #Superbugs

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University of East Anglia (UEA) @uniofeastanglia.bsky.social · 02/06/2026

News | We’re proud to see UEA placed among the UK’s top 25 universities and the top 2% worldwide in the Center for World University Rankings 2026. These latest rankings are a reflection of our strengths across teaching, research, innovation and employability 🎉

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University of East Anglia (UEA) @uniofeastanglia.bsky.social · 28/05/2026

Our researchers from @ueamedical.bsky.social have discovered the heart has its own ‘natural bypass’ system that could transform how blocked arteries are treated. Read more: bit.ly/4veDgOW #ResearchMatters #HeartResearch

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University of East Anglia (UEA) @uniofeastanglia.bsky.social · 21/05/2026

Prof Vassilios Vassiliou, from @ueamedical.bsky.social is the co-lead on a new project that will see nearly £10 million invested in clinical research careers across the UK, thanks to the Medical Research Council (MRC). Read more: bit.ly/4dtdSO0 #ResearchMatters #ClinicalResearch

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University of East Anglia (UEA) @uniofeastanglia.bsky.social · 14/05/2026

Dr Kenny Chiu from @ueamedical.bsky.social has been a researcher on a study that has found that refugees who entered the UK as unaccompanied minors can suffer from relentless cycles of intrusive memories to loneliness and physical pain. Read more: bit.ly/4dIJVuA #ResearchMatters

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University of East Anglia (UEA) @uniofeastanglia.bsky.social · 11/05/2026

UEA scientists from @ueamedical.bsky.social have contributed to discovering a “control switch” inside our immune cells that helps the body destroy dangerous fungal infections. Read more: bit.ly/42rnm7w #ResearchMatters #NewStudy

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UEA School of Health Sciences @ueahealthsciences.bsky.social · 27/04/2026

Emily Bates won the Student Midwife of the Year catergory at the @nursingtimes.bsky.social Awards With 700 nominations for the awards, so to have been shortlisted is a fantastic achievement Congratulations out to Earlsdon Adams and Tina Nuffield, who were also shortlisted for awards #uea #nursing

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University of East Anglia (UEA) @uniofeastanglia.bsky.social · 24/04/2026

Dr Pankaj Garg from @ueamedical.bsky.social has been the lead researcher on a study that has found that thousands of patients sent for vital heart scans may be undergoing unnecessary first-line tests that fail to deliver clear answers. Read more: bit.ly/42nDgQ6 #ResearchMatters

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Norwich Medical School @ueamedical.bsky.social · 25/03/2026

Dr Eleanor Chatburn and Dr Alice Carter, who undertook the research while at UEA, have released a study that has found that a substantial proportion of mental health and neurodivergence information across social media platforms is misleading. www.linkedin.com/feed/update/...

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Norwich Researchers Criticize Misleading ADHD Autism Posts on TikTok | UEA Research posted on the topic | LinkedIn

Researchers from Norwich Medical School have found that posts about ADHD and autism on social media platforms are misleading - and TikTok is the worst offender. The team analysed more than 5,000 soci...

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University of East Anglia (UEA) @uniofeastanglia.bsky.social · 28/01/2026

Prof Pankaj Garg has been the lead researcher on a study that has found that a routine MRI may be able to tell just how sick a heart failure patient really is. Read more: bit.ly/4a09lB3 #ResearchMatters #HeartFailure #MRI #ThisIsUEA

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Dr David Vauzour @dvauzour.bsky.social · 20/01/2026

I’m speaking at the Alzheimer’s Research UK Conference 2026 on How Microbial Metabolites and Polyphenols Shape Cognitive Ageing and Alzheimer’s Risk Will I see you there? Register here: Registration information - Alzheimer's Research UK #ARUKconf; @alzheimersresearchuk.org;

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Dr David Vauzour @dvauzour.bsky.social · 26/11/2025

✅NOW RECRUITING !!! If you are aged 18-40, live in Norwich or surrounding areas and want to test your #brain function, then see below and take part in the REACT study assessing the impact of #ginseng on #attention and #memory. @ueamedical.bsky.social @uniofeastanglia.bsky.social

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University of East Anglia (UEA) @uniofeastanglia.bsky.social · 03/12/2025

New research from from UEA, Holland & Barrett and the University of Southampton has found that more than half the world aren't getting enough Omega-3. Read more: bit.ly/4rrjtuB #NewStudy #ResearchMatters #Academia #Omega3

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Norwich Medical School @ueamedical.bsky.social · 03/11/2025

We're very pleased to announce a new opportunity to join us in the Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences as an early career researcher has become available. Follow the link below for full details, with applications closing on 28 November. vacancies.uea.ac.uk/vacancies/18...

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Lecturer/Early Career Group Leader (ATR1720) in University of East Anglia | UEA

View details and apply for this Lecturer/Early Career Group Leader (ATR1720) vacancy in University of East Anglia. Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences Norwich Medical School & School of Health...

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Norwich Clinical Trials Unit @norwichctu.bsky.social · 28/10/2025

Are you aged 18 or over? Have you sustained a stroke? Do you suffer sudden onset, uncontrollable crying, or laughter episodes since the stroke? Post-stroke emotionalism is a common problem and at UEA we are conducting ground-breaking clinical research to find an effective medical treatment.

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University of East Anglia (UEA) @uniofeastanglia.bsky.social · 24/10/2025

A new initiative uses Virtual Reality to tackle the growing mental health crisis in farming communities. 🚜 Dr Jordan Tsigarides from @ueamedical.bsky.social helped develop the Rural Minds Project, which highlights the lived experiences of farmers and rural workers. Read more 👇: bit.ly/47hhIIp

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Daniel Brewer @danbrewer.bsky.social · 19/10/2025

Come and join the Cancer Genetics team in the lovely Norwich. We have a three year position for a senior bioinformatician starting in Feb 2026. Click the link for further details. bit.ly/3Wt3Lk8 🧬 🖥️ @prostateukprofs.bsky.social @ueamedical.bsky.social @uniofeastanglia.bsky.social #postdoc

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Norwich Medical School @ueamedical.bsky.social · 24/10/2025

Are you aged 18 or over ? Have you sustained a stroke? Do you suffer sudden onset, uncontrollable crying, or laughter episodes since the stroke? The EASE trial is recruiting. If you are interested in taking part, call 01603 591400 or email enquiries.easetrial@uea.ac.uk

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Daniel Brewer @danbrewer.bsky.social · 13/10/2025

New studentship available in the cancer genetics team at UEA, UK. This PhD is about investigating whether the presence of bacteria is directly causing prostate cancer development.Feb 2025. Stipend and fees available to those that are eligible. @ueamedical.bsky.social www.uea.ac.uk/course/phd-d...

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PhD From Microbiome to Medicine: Understanding How Anaerobic Bacteria Cause Prostate Cancer (COOPERC_U26MEDBCCT) 2025/26 | UEA

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University of East Anglia (UEA) @uniofeastanglia.bsky.social · 22/09/2025

🧵 Our researchers are launching a trial to see if the antidepressant Sertraline could reduce emotional changes caused by having a stroke. 💊 Take part 👉 enquiries.easetrial@uea.ac.uk Read more 👇 bit.ly/46uLNCu #Stroke #MedicalTrial #Health #Research @nihr.bsky.social

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University of East Anglia (UEA) @uniofeastanglia.bsky.social · 01/09/2025

Sinus surgery is more effective than antibiotics at treating chronic rhinosinusitis - according to a major @thelancet.com study involving our researchers in collaboration with @ucl.ac.uk Read more 👉 bit.ly/4mMJdi8 #ChronicRhinosinusitis #Sinusitis #Rhinosinusitis #ClinicalTrial #SinusSurgery

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University of East Anglia (UEA) @uniofeastanglia.bsky.social · 08/09/2025

Our researchers have shown that colorectal cancer is unique in having its own microbial ‘fingerprint’. Read more 👉 www.uea.ac.uk/about/news/a... #ColorectalCancer #CancerResearch #FightCancer

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University of East Anglia (UEA) @uniofeastanglia.bsky.social · 18/09/2025

Regular Covid vaccinations should continue worldwide to reduce cardiac risks associated with the virus - according to new UEA research 💉 🧵 Read more 👉 www.uea.ac.uk/about/news/a... #Covid #LongCovid #CovidVaccine #Vaccinate #HeartHealth

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University of East Anglia (UEA) @uniofeastanglia.bsky.social · 10/09/2025

Want to explore our campus, our #HomeOfTheWonderful this autumn? Come and see us on: - Saturday 25 October - Saturday 29 November Book your place: www.uea.ac.uk/visit/uni-op...

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Norwich Medical School @ueamedical.bsky.social · 16/07/2025

There's a great little story on the UEA news pages about one of our students - congratulations to Imogen and every other single one of our students who graduated this year 🎉 www.uea.ac.uk/about/news/a...

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Graduation 2025: Imogen La Chapelle

Read about Imogen’s story at UEA that took her from the Preparing for Medicine programme in 2019, to graduating with MBBS Medicine in 2025 ahead of becoming a resident doctor at Addenbrooke’s Hospital...

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University of East Anglia (UEA) @uniofeastanglia.bsky.social · 15/07/2025

Our researchers have found that a mental health hack designed to promote mental well-being could shift how teenagers view themselves. Read more 👉 www.uea.ac.uk/about/news/a... #MentalHealth #MentalHealthMatters #MentalHealthAwarenes #depression #anxiety #selfcare

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Earlham Institute @earlhaminst.bsky.social · 08/05/2025

🆕 Applications are open for a #postdoc to join @bioinf.bsky.social at the Earlham Institute and @quadraminstitute.bsky.social. The role will study how #soil #microbes establish and maintain healthy #biodiverse communities, and how are these impacted by different land use scenarios. #metagenomics

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Postdoctoral Research Scientist in Metagenomics

This post is part of the OpenCLIM_LANDS project, that aims at providing the insights needed to put the UK on a path to achieving net-zero emissions by 2050.

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Norwich Medical School @ueamedical.bsky.social · 09/05/2025

Dr Pankaj Garg, one of our clinical professors at Norwich Medical School, unveiled new MRI technology that shows the ‘true age’ of your heart, with unhealthy lifestyles adding decades. www.uea.ac.uk/about/news/a...

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Is your heart aging too fast? MRI technology reveals unhealthy lifestyles add decades

Scientists at the University of East Anglia (UEA) have developed a revolutionary new way of uncovering the ‘true age’ of your heart using MRI.

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Dr Rebecca Linnett (she/her) @rebeccalinnett.bsky.social · 02/05/2025

We're looking for disabled people (incl. people with mental health conditions & neurodivergent people) to be part of our advisory group for a project @uniofeastanglia.bsky.social aiming to improve clinical trial accessibility. Email me at r.linnett@uea.ac.uk if you'd like more info. Please share!

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Norwich Medical School @ueamedical.bsky.social · 29/04/2025

We'd like to congratulate Prof Michael Hornberger on the publication of his book 'Tangled Up', which delves into the history and science of Alzheimer’s disease, from its origins to modern diagnosis and treatment. It's going on our to-read pile 📚 #dementia #alzheimers www.uea.ac.uk/about/news/a...

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The most important dementia scientist you’ve probably never heard of

Alzheimer’s disease affects millions around the world, but it could just as well be called ‘Fischer’s Disease’ after Dr Oskar Fischer – according to a dementia expert at UEA.

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Norwich Medical School @ueamedical.bsky.social · 10/04/2025

Could vitamin C help keep women stronger in old age? Led by Prof Ailsa Welch (MED), researchers are looking for women over 65, who don’t manage to eat their five-a-day or exercise much, to take part in a new trial. www.uea.ac.uk/about/news/a...

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Norwich Medical School @ueamedical.bsky.social · 08/04/2025

One of our research stories to come through this month from researchers across our faculty is about how GPS helps older drivers stay on the roads. Michael Hornberger (MED) and Sol Morrissey (HSC) shows that Sat Nav help keep older drivers on the roads for longer. www.uea.ac.uk/about/news/a...

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Norwich Medical School @ueamedical.bsky.social · 13/03/2025

Congratulations to Matthew Pontifex, one of our faculty researchers, for his award of £124k from the Academy of Medical Sciences to support a project looking at menopausal transition and APOE4 mediated Alzheimer’s vulnerability.

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Stephanie Rossit @stephanierossit.bsky.social · 05/02/2025

What a full day. Taught till 2pm with fabulous team inc stroke survivor and carer and stroke consultant & then spoke at UEA Health day. Great to see so much research going on at UEA and learn about @bengarrod.bsky.social running mad science :) @ueamedical.bsky.social @ueahealthsciences.bsky.social

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Troeberg lab @troeberg.bsky.social · 21/01/2025

We have a new PhD position starting this Oct looking at how expression of heparan sulfate proteoglycans in tumour-associated macrophages affects immune responses in multiple myeloma - email me for more info! www.uea.ac.uk/course/phd-d...

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PhD Role of macrophage heparan sulfate proteoglycans in multiple myeloma (TROEBERGL_U25BIGC) 2025/26 | UEA

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Norwich Medical School @ueamedical.bsky.social · 10/01/2025

We're looking forward to the first Slice of Science of the New Year, and it's great to be welcoming some speakers from the School of Biological Sciences and the School of Psychology.

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Norwich Clinical Trials Unit @norwichctu.bsky.social · 11/12/2024

We’re #hiring!! Norwich CTU is looking to appoint a Senior Research Associate to work on a unique NIHR-funded grant focussing on the inclusion of disabled people in clinical trials. The PRACTICALs study is a new collaboration between Norwich CTU, UEA and Disability Rights UK.

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Quadram Institute @quadraminstitute.bsky.social · 12/12/2024

⏰ Closing soon! We’re looking for a Flow Cytometry and Histology Research Support Scientist to join our core science support 🔬 💷 £36,000 to £39,750 🗓️ Apply by 16 December 2024 ➡️ buff.ly/3V0PhaZ

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Norwich Medical School @ueamedical.bsky.social · 14/11/2024

Our next Dementia Open Forum is coming up on Thursday 28 November at 2pm online. This is our regular seminar series hosting presentations on a range of topics centrered around #DementiaResearch and is open to the public. If you are interested, details are available at www.uea.ac.uk/groups-and-c...

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Norwich Medical School @ueamedical.bsky.social · 10/10/2024

Do you live or work in Norfolk or Suffolk and interested in mental health? Researchers at UEA want to hear from you! We're conducting a survey to identify gaps in mental health services and research. Please complete our survey here:(tinyurl.com/MHDASurvey)

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Norwich Medical School @ueamedical.bsky.social · 11/09/2024

InflAIM is a ground-breaking new study which examines the links between nutrition, health inequality and the development of multiple long-term conditions. The multi-disciplinary study funded by NIHR is led at UEA by our Prof Alex Macgregor. www.uea.ac.uk/about/news/a...

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