Author: Louise Vennells

Researchers at the University of Exeter have created a detailed temporal map of chemical changes to DNA through development and aging of the human brain, offering new insights into how conditions such as autism and schizophrenia may arise. The team studied epigenetic changes – chemical tags on our DNA that control how genes are switched on or off. These changes are crucial in regulating the expression of genes, guiding brain cells to develop and specialise correctly. One important…

The University of Exeter’s firm  commitment to working with regional businesses to stimulate local regeneration been recognised in a comprehensive national assessment. New data from the Knowledge Exchange Framework (KEF), produced by Research England, is a landmark tool that helps universities and policymakers understand how higher education is driving forwards to achieve economic growth and societal benefit across England. Now in its fifth year, KEF shines  a light on how different universities collaborate with businesses, communities, and public…

A dementia expert at the University of Exeter is part of an international panel to outline thechanges needed to for people to get the greatest benefit from  Alzheimer’s treatment breakthrough. The approval of new antibody medications for Alzheimer’s disease – lecanemab and donanemab – and diagnostic tests in the blood mark the beginning of a new era in Alzheimer’s disease diagnosis and treatment. However, Professor Clive Ballard is one of 40 leading Alzheimer’s disease experts to take part…