The coronavirus pandemic has caused severe shockwaves across our region. Our universities are continuing to conduct research and develop initiatives to protect our citizens.
This includes an antibody test-launched by University of Birmingham spin-out The Binding Site, in collaboration with scientists from across Birmingham Health Partners (BHP). This will help to improve detection of antibodies, identifying patients where prompt medical intervention could help them avoid intensive care.
Meanwhile, experts from NuVision – based at MediCity in Nottingham – who designed new eyesight-saving technology are to launch more products which could speed up treatment while reducing the impact on hospital waiting lists and patient visits following COVID-19 restrictions.
And a new index which shows the business strengths of the East Midlands has been compiled by De Montfort University Leicester, Nottingham Trent University, University of Derby, East Midlands Chamber and media partner Reach Plc, using data from Companies House. This data could prove essential in supporting the region to build back better from the effects of the pandemic.
Global
Apr 18 2024
The Midlands Engine Partnership will host a Pavilion for the very first time at this year’s UK Real Estate Infrastructure Investment Forum [21-23 May], providing regional partners with a platform to showcase their investment propositions, worth in excess of £42bn, to a global audience.
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Manufacturing
Apr 17 2024
World-leading technology company Lucideon has joined forces with leaders from across the materials science industry to explore opportunities to drive low carbon innovation in the production of vital materials used across everyday life.
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Green Growth
Apr 11 2024
The University of Nottingham has secured more than £70 million to establish new world-leading and open-access research facilities and programmes that will decarbonise future transport.
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