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December

Feature Take my breath away Waking hundreds of times a night, gasping for breath sounds like the stuff of nightmares, but is a nightly reality for people with obstructive sleep apnoea. 23 Dec 2009 Feature Wellcome's collector In her book, 'An Infinity of Things', Frances Larson explores the fascinating collection of the Wellcome Trust's founder and his respected colleagues. 17 Dec 2009 Lung cancer and melanoma cancer genomes revealed Research teams led by the Wellcome Trust Sanger Institute have today revealed the first comprehensive analyses of cancer genomes. 17 Dec 2009 Annual Report and Financial Statements 2009 published The Wellcome Trust and its subsidiary Wellcome Trust Finance plc announce the publication of their Annual Reports and Financial Statements for the year to 30 September 2009 today. 16 Dec 2009 Feature Cold war - Fighting the threat of latent TB Scientists are making breakthroughs in studying the latent form of Mycobacterium tuberculosis. This work could revolutionise the treatment of TB. 15 Dec 2009 Wellcome News 61 Editorial 11 Dec 2009 Feature MRI : Deciphering inner space Dr Nikolaus Weiskopf, Head of Physics at the Wellcome Trust Centre for Neuroimaging, skillfully teases apart the constituent parts of MRI for the curious non-scientist. 10 Dec 2009 e-Health initiative generates first published research The Wellcome Trust and Research Councils Joint Initiative in Electronic Patient Records and Databases in Research generates its first published research. 09 Dec 2009 UKCMRI reveals scientific vision The scientific vision, research strategy and first designs for the UK Centre for Medical Research and Innovation (UKCMRI) have been revealed. 08 Dec 2009 Genetic studies reveal new causes of severe obesity in childhood A Wellcome Trust-funded study is the first to show that the loss of a key segment of DNA can lead to severe childhood obesity. 07 Dec 2009 Size matters: amyloid fibrils toxic to cells, especially as fragments Researchers show that amyloid fibrils - whose formation is associated with Alzheimer's disease and Parkinson's disease - can kill cells. 04 Dec 2009 BAFTA triumph for mental health animations Troubled Minds, a series of Trust-funded animations exploring mental health issues affecting young people, has won a 2009 Children's BAFTA. 04 Dec 2009 Bioluminescent art on show With Arts Award funding, artist Anne Brodie, microbiologist Dr Simon Park and curator Dr Caterina Albano are exploring the wider relationship between humans and microorganisms. 03 Dec 2009 Balancing protein intake may be the key to a longer life Getting the correct balance of proteins in our diet may be more important for healthy ageing than reducing calories, new research suggests. 03 Dec 2009 Research reveals evolution of deadly new Salmonella strain The evolution of a new multidrug-resistant strain of Salmonella has been described, opening the door to new control and treatment measures. 02 Dec 2009 New play explores e-health Y Touring Theatre Company is taking a new Trust-supported production on the road. 01 Dec 2009 Thailand Programme celebrates 30 years The Trust's Major Overseas Programme in Thailand is celebrating its 30th anniversary this month. 01 Dec 2009 Scientists reveal how malaria parasites outwit our immune systems Malaria parasites can disguise themselves to avoid the host's immune system, according to research funded by the Wellcome Trust and published today. 01 Dec 2009
November

Influenza insights Pandemic swine flu can infect cells situated deeper in the lungs than seasonal flu, according to researchers from Imperial College London. 30 Nov 2009 Scientists get up close to bacteria's toxic pumps Scientists are getting a clearer image of how bacteria spread antibiotic resistance and cause diseases like whooping cough, peptic ulcers and legionnaires'. 30 Nov 2009 Feature Talking heads (rebuilding language after stroke) In this film we meet Tess and Michael, who have each had a stroke affecting language in very different ways. 27 Nov 2009 Researchers explore the health benefits of climate change policies A series of papers published today in the 'Lancet' show that many measures to reduce greenhouse gas emissions will have positive impacts for health. 25 Nov 2009 New award to improve weight-loss surgery Irish company Crospon Ltd has been granted a Strategic Translation Award of over £1million to improve the outcomes of gastric banding procedures. 24 Nov 2009 The Identity Project Over the next nine months, the Wellcome Trust will explore scientific and social perspectives of identity through exhibitions, events and experiments. 24 Nov 2009 Discovery brings BSE and CJD treatments a step closer A new discovery has brought scientists a step closer to finding treatments for 'mad cow disease' and its human equivalent, vCJD. 20 Nov 2009 Experts outline major challenges in counterfeit medicine fight A report published by the Wellcome Trust and the American Pharmaceutical Group outlines urgent action needed in the fight against counterfeit medicines. 18 Nov 2009 Dopamine 'raises pleasure expectations, influences life choices' Enhancing the effects of the brain chemical dopamine influences how people make life choices by affecting expectations of pleasure, according to research. 17 Nov 2009 Feature Laughing in the face of reality (the science of optimism) Watch our video to find out how a happier disposition not only helps us get through the day, but may even be key to our evolutionary success. 17 Nov 2009 Powerful genetic studies reveal secrets of inflammatory bowel disease Two of the largest ever genetic studies of inflammatory bowel diseases have identified genetic regions which increase susceptibility to these conditions. 16 Nov 2009 Feature Painstaking research: tackling chronic pain One in five Europeans suffer chronic pain, yet few treatments offer adequate relief. Mun-Keat Looi talks to researchers from the London Pain Consortium. 13 Nov 2009 Trust launches Investigator Awards We have announced a major new scheme to support world-class researchers, providing better support to pursue bold, individual visions without constraints. 12 Nov 2009 Wellcome Trust seeks world class researchers to tackle most ambitious biomedical research questions The Trust announces a major new scheme to support world class researchers to investigate the most challenging questions about health and disease, push the boundaries of research, and make discoveries with the potential to lead to improvements in health. 12 Nov 2009 £7.5 million for UK research community's response to H1N1 pandemic Leading UK research funders announce £7.5 million of funding for projects aimed at understanding the development and spread of pandemic influenza H1N1. 11 Nov 2009 Feature Walking on fire Janet and her daughter Lucy live with chronic pain in their feet. See them visit the clinic of Dr David Bennett, a member of the London Pain Consortium. 10 Nov 2009 Wellcome Collection travels to Tokyo An exhibition inspired by Wellcome Collection in central London will open at the world-renowned Mori Art Museum in Tokyo this November. 09 Nov 2009 Prized reading The inaugural Wellcome Trust Book Prize has been won by Keeper: Living with Nancy ? a journey into Alzheimer's (Short Books). 06 Nov 2009 Feature Wellcome Film puts history online As part of its digitisation programme, the Wellcome Library is making over 450 films and videos on 20th-century healthcare and medicine available online. 06 Nov 2009 Historic films reveal medical progress in the 20th century Wellcome Film is a new digital collection of over 100 hours of film and video on 20th century healthcare and medicine. 06 Nov 2009 Q&A: Copy number variants Dr Matt Hurles of the Wellcome Trust Sanger Institute talks to us about the first map of human copy number variants - lost or duplicated lengths of DNA. 05 Nov 2009 'Keeper' by Andrea Gillies wins first ever Wellcome Trust Book Prize A thoughtful and moving book that takes the reader on a journey into dementia has won the first £25 000 Wellcome Trust Book Prize. 05 Nov 2009 Feature Ray Dolan on brain scanning In this audio feature, Professor Ray Dolan, Director of the Wellcome Trust Centre for Neuroimaging, provides a brief introduction to the history the Centre and the technologies that have led to the visualisation of the brain in action. 04 Nov 2009 Funding boost for neurodegenerative diseases research The Trust and the Medical Research Council (MRC) are jointly funding three new research programmes focusing on key neurodegenerative diseases. 03 Nov 2009 Traditional healers play key role in epilepsy management People with epilepsy in rural Kenya choose traditional healers over biomedical health practitioners because they are more culturally understanding. 02 Nov 2009 Awards add to momentum of UK neurodegenerative disease research Three bold new research programmes focusing on devastating neurodegenerative diseases have received £16.99 million from the Wellcome Trust and the MRC. 02 Nov 2009
October

Study unveils mechanism behind the fish oil effect A study reveals why fish oils help alleviate inflammatory conditions such as rheumatoid arthritis, which could lead to new treatments for other diseases. 29 Oct 2009 Evaluation of the Trust's Sciart programme published A report on the legacy of the Sciart programme is published today. The report aims to influence future strategy for the Trust's new Arts Awards. 29 Oct 2009 Wellcome Trust funds dengue fever research in Belgium The Trust has awarded 2.8 million euros for research into new treatments for dengue fever at K.U. Leuven (the Catholic University of Leuven), Belgium. 27 Oct 2009 Older dads, greater risk? A rare form of testicular tumour could help to explain why certain genetic diseases are more common in the children of older fathers. 27 Oct 2009 Testicular tumours may explain why genetic diseases tend to be more common in children of older fathers A rare form of testicular tumour has provided scientists with new insights into how genetic mutations arise in children. 26 Oct 2009 Project Enthuse is improving school science A new report by the National Science Learning Centre shows that Project Enthuse, a £30 million partnership between Government, industry and the Wellcome Trust, is having a positive impact on science teaching in the UK. 20 Oct 2009 Call for transparency from journals on open access publishing costs This Open Access Week, the Wellcome Trust calls publishers to counter arguments that access is paid for twice - through subscriptions and publication fees. 19 Oct 2009 You are the Routemaster: an interactive exhibition at UCL From 15 to 21 October, an exhibition in an adapted Routemaster bus leads vistors to investigate the history of an object from UCL's museum collections. 16 Oct 2009 Feature Understanding obstructive sleep apnoea Dr Mary J Morrell has been investigating the physiology of obstructive sleep apnoea, which can cause people to stop breathing during sleep. 16 Oct 2009 Colombian guerrillas help scientists locate literacy in the brain A unique study of former guerrillas in Colombia has helped scientists to redefine their understanding of the key regions of the brain involved in literacy. 15 Oct 2009 Wellcome Image Awards reveal the stories behind science The tenth Wellcome Image Awards were presented in London last night (Wednesday October 14), celebrating the best new images acquired by the Wellcome Images picture library in the past eighteen months. 15 Oct 2009 First large-scale genome-wide study of blood measurements completed The study has uncovered 15 new regions of the genome involved in blood cell development and a genetic variant that increases the risk of heart disease. 14 Oct 2009 Identity: Eight rooms, nine lives - further details Wellcome Collection announces further details of its major temporary exhibition of the year: 'Identity: Eight rooms, nine lives', 26 November 2009-6 April 2010. 14 Oct 2009 New drug development campus plans unveiled Plans for a unique £37 million Bioscience Campus in Stevenage, Hertfordshire - funded in partnership by the Government, GlaxoSmithKline, the Wellcome Trust, the Technology Strategy Board and the East of England Development Agency - will be announced today by Lord Mandelson. 13 Oct 2009 Feature Meds behaving badly: Exploring serious drug side-effects Many common drugs can have harmful side-effects. The Serious Adverse Events Consortium is working to understand the genetic background to these reactions. 13 Oct 2009 Juggling enhances connections in the brain Learning to juggle leads to structural changes in the white matter of the brain. 12 Oct 2009 Research training opportunities for clinicians The Wellcome Trust's Research Training Programmes for Clinicians invite applications from qualified individuals pursuing a career in academic medicine. 09 Oct 2009 New gene map reveals details of copy number variants A team including scientists at the Wellcome Trust Sanger Institute has produced the most detailed map yet of changes to the structure of human genomes. 09 Oct 2009 Trust-supported researcher wins Nobel Prize in Chemistry Dr Venkatraman Ramakrishnan is named as one of the winners of the Nobel Prize in Chemistry 2009 for his work on the structure and function of ribosomes. 08 Oct 2009 Breathing In: a project by Angela Palmer Angela Palmer's collection of items capturing the physical properties of climate change goes on display at Wellcome Collection this month. 08 Oct 2009 Wellcome Trust Book Prize shortlist announced The Wellcome Trust Book Prize, a new award open to outstanding works on the theme of health, illness or medicine, today announces its first ever shortlist. 08 Oct 2009 Feature Intelligent design: the engineering approach to healthcare Mun-Keat Looi looks at four medical engineering Centres of Excellence giving a technological push to medicine in the 21st century. 07 Oct 2009 School-age children found to be least protected from malaria Insecticide-treated mosquito nets (ITN) reduce the chances of developing life-threatening malaria in Africa. However, recent research shows that older children, between the age of five and 19 years are the least well protected by nets. 05 Oct 2009 Short-sighted view on sports Scientists studying children from the Avon Longitudinal Study of Parents and Children found that short-sighted children were less physically active than those without short-sightedness. 05 Oct 2009 Funding to fight flu In response to the pandemic H1N1 outbreak in early 2009, we are undertaking a range of funding, policy and publishing activities related to influenza. 03 Oct 2009 A gem of an idea The Trust has launched a new scheme to support teams of UK students hoping to enter the iGEM synthetic biology competition. 03 Oct 2009 Knockout mouse leads leaner, longer life Scientists have managed to extend the lifespan of mice by up to a fifth and reduce the number of age-related diseases the animals suffer. 02 Oct 2009 Longer-lived, healthier mice offer promise of drug treatments for age-related diseases Mimicking the health benefits of reduced calorie intake in mice has extended their lifespan, suggesting feasible drug treatments for age-related diseases. 02 Oct 2009 Parasite bacteria may help fight spread of mosquito-borne diseases Infecting mosquitoes with a bacterial parasite could help prevent the spread of lymphatic filariasis, a tropical diseases of the developing world. 02 Oct 2009 Prizes and honours Recent acknowledgements given to Wellcome Trust projects. 01 Oct 2009 Q&A: Using science for good or ill The 'dual-use dilemma' arises when an area of science has the potential to be used to do both good and harm. Tom Douglas recently completed a Trustfunded fellowship at the Parliamentary Office of Science and Technology, where he produced a 'POSTnote' briefing document on this issue. 01 Oct 2009 UK entries to student synthetic biology competition offered Wellcome Trust support UK teams hoping to enter iGEM - the International Genetically Engineered Machine competition - could receive financial support to develop their projects under a new scheme announced today by the Wellcome Trust. 01 Oct 2009
September

Further postdoctoral training fellowship opportunities for clinicians Applications are open for the Wellcome Trust funding scheme that helps promising new MB/PhD graduates make a start in developing their research careers. 28 Sep 2009 Key to subliminal messaging is to keep it negative Subliminal messaging is most effective when the message being conveyed is negative, according to new research funded by the Wellcome Trust. 28 Sep 2009 Museum receives ship-shape support The Mary Rose Trust has received £1 million from us towards its new £35m museum for the 16th-century warship. 25 Sep 2009 Conceptualising dogs One of the defining characteristics of human intelligence is our ability to use prior knowledge when dealing with new situations through the development of concepts. 24 Sep 2009 Feature Feature: Q&A: Luke Jerram on swine flu in glass A new glass sculputure of the H1N1 swine flu virus goes on display in the Wellcome Collection from 25 September 2009. The sculpture is the latest in a series depicting viruses and bacteria in glass. Luke Jerram, the artist behind the series, explains his inspiration and ideas. 24 Sep 2009 How the brain knows a dog is a dog The Chinese crested dog is a very unusual-looking breed, yet if you encountered one for the first time you would still know that it was a dog - how? 24 Sep 2009 Wellcome Collection acquires 'Swine Flu' sculpture Wellcome Collection in central London has acquired a new and unusual glass sculpture of the H1N1 (swine flu) virus by the artist Luke Jerram. 21 Sep 2009 Wellcome Trust and Merck launch new venture for low-income countries The Wellcome Trust and Merck & Co., Inc announce the creation of a joint not-for-profit research and development venture developing affordable vaccines. 17 Sep 2009 New book explores Wellcome's collection 'An Infinity of Things: How Sir Henry Wellcome collected the world' draws on hundreds of documents from the Wellcome Library archives to shed light on the remarkable world of competitive collecting that Wellcome mastered. 16 Sep 2009 Toxic models on the fly Scientists at the University of Bath have found a way to use Drosophila embryos to track the way bacterial toxins work in real time at the critical early stages of infection. 15 Sep 2009 Smartphone application to empower 'citizen scientists' A new mobile phone programme, developed by Trust-funded researchers, will enable members of the public to help collect data for scientific projects. 15 Sep 2009 Study reveals sex chromosomes 'not as isolated as first thought' New research has challenged the scientific belief that the sex chromosomes are genetically isolated and stay largely the same during cell division. 14 Sep 2009 H1N1 swine flu can infect cells situated deeper in the lungs Pandemic swine flu can infect cells situated deeper in the lungs in comparison to seasonal flu, according to a new study. 11 Sep 2009 Sickle-cell study boosts call to improve child immunisation in Africa Children in Africa with sickle-cell anaemia are dying unnecessarily from common bacterial infections, suggests a study funded by the Wellcome Trust. 10 Sep 2009 Monkey malaria species is potentially deadly in humans Wellcome Trust-funded research has identified key features of an new form of malaria infection, confirming the potentially deadly nature of the disease. 10 Sep 2009 Children's love of sports boosted by early walking start Children who begin standing and walking at an earlier age play more sports - and more often - during their teenage years, according to a new study. 09 Sep 2009 Largest ever genetic study of Alzheimer's reveals new disease genes The largest ever genome-wide association study of Alzheimer's has uncovered two genes associated with the disease, which will help develop new treatments. 09 Sep 2009 Depression 'hijacks' brain circuits meant to help fight illness Depression affects the same parts of the brain as physical illness, a study suggests. 08 Sep 2009 Feature For The Best - a play about life on dialysis A Wellcome Trust-funded play based on children's experiences of dialysis ran for three weeks at the Unicorn Theatre, London Bridge, in June 2009. 08 Sep 2009 Molecular sensor could reveal zinc's role in disease A new molecular sensor has provided scientists with the first accurate way to measure the concentration of zinc and its location in cells. 04 Sep 2009 Molecular discovery loosens the grip of thrombosis Researchers have deduced that a powerful inhibitor molecule blocks a key receptor involved in blood clotting by loosening its grip. 04 Sep 2009 Centre of the Cell puts kids in the middle of research A new interactive science education centre is bringing researchers and young people together through the excitement of biomedical research. 03 Sep 2009 Pestival celebrates the art of being an insect The buzz in London this weekend is Pestival, taking over the Southbank Centre for three days of art and science celebrating insects and creepy-crawlies. 02 Sep 2009 Researchers make first direct measurement of human genetic mutation rate Scientists at the Wellcome Trust Sanger Institute and colleagues have made the first direct measurement of the general rate of genetic mutation in humans. 01 Sep 2009
August

Leishmaniasis parasites 'persuade immune cells to invite them to dinner' Parasites that cause leishmaniasis promote infection by convincing the immune system to invite them into cells, according to a Welcome Trust-funded study. 26 Aug 2009 Discovery reveals more about stem cells' immortality Scientists part-funded by the Wellcome Trust have discovered a key step in the transformation of embryonic stem cells to different types of cells. 24 Aug 2009 Afghan schoolchildren as affected by everyday stress as by war Everyday violence is as much to blame as war-related traumas for stress in Afghan schoolchildren, according to research funded by the Wellcome Trust. 21 Aug 2009 Mapping the Musical Brain A free Wellcome Collection event this September explores the power of music with leading authorities on the relationship between music and the brain. 21 Aug 2009 Programmes to unpick disease pathways Recent Wellcome Trust grants made through the Molecules, Genes and Cells funding stream. 19 Aug 2009 Feature Translating Galen Galen's writings dominated medical science for over a millennium. Now Wellcome Trust-funded researchers are translating his most important works. 18 Aug 2009 16th-century style pop-up bodies now online The Wellcome Library's rare and important collection of 16th-century printed anatomical sheets are now freely available online. 14 Aug 2009 Is more sun the answer to low vitamin D? A study of Caucasian female twins prompts researchers to ask if public health advice to avoid the sun could be causing low vitamin D levels. 13 Aug 2009 Caution urged over fMRI for life or death decisions Wellcome Trust funded bioethicists urge caution in using neuroimaging techniques to make life or death decisions about patients in a vegetative state. 12 Aug 2009 Feature Diabetes Stories A website developed with Wellcome Trust funding offers insight into life with diabetes, through interviews with people with the disease and their families. 11 Aug 2009 Discovery reveals why birds get sex on the brain in spring A photochemical in the brain lets birds sense the lengthening days of spring and know when to breed, reveals research part-funded by the Wellcome Trust. 07 Aug 2009 Prestigious postdoc scheme opens for 2010 Applications are now being accepted for Sir Henry Wellcome Postdoctoral Fellowships, which support the most promising newly qualified researchers. 06 Aug 2009 Wellcome Trust banks on Chinese cohort study The Kadoorie Biobank Study in China, one of the world's largest blood-based epidemiological studies, receives £2.5 million boost from the Wellcome Trust. 05 Aug 2009 Feature Flex and Ply A Wellcome Trust-funded collaboration is using textiles, body painting and projection to explore aesthetic, scientific and symbolic meanings of the body. 04 Aug 2009
July

From the beautiful to the grotesque - 'Exquisite Bodies' reveals all A new and titillating exhibition launching today in Wellcome Collection unveils Victorian wax models, used to teach, shock and entice audiences. 30 Jul 2009 Malaria parasites resistant to artemisinin-based drugs Malaria parasites in western Cambodia have become resistant to the first-line treatment for malaria, according to a study published today. 30 Jul 2009 New chlamydia test offers rapid, pain-free test for men A new urine test will allow doctors to diagnose chlamydia in an hour, improving the ability to treat infection on the spot and prevent re-transmission. 29 Jul 2009 Feature Genomics: The next generation The Human Genome Project and development of faster, cheaper DNA sequencing revolutionised biological research and the technology is still evolving. 28 Jul 2009 Feature Breaking through neonatal diabetes We spoke to Professors Andrew Hattersley and Frances Ashcroft about their research into diabetes, and met some people affected by the condition whose lives have been transformed as a result of this research. 27 Jul 2009 India fellowships open for applications Applications are now invited for the next rounds of two fellowship schemes offered by the Wellcome Trust-DBT India Alliance to support biomedical research of the highest quality. 23 Jul 2009 C. difficile spores spread superbug New research suggests that antibiotic treatment could be contributing to the recent outbreaks of the healthcare-acquired infection C. difficile. 22 Jul 2009 Feature Steve gets a brain scan Without the thousands of people who volunteer to have their brains scanned each year, many areas of modern neuroscience research would not be possible. But what is it like to have your brain scanned? 21 Jul 2009 New global consortium to fight meningitis in Africa A global consortium aims to better understand how meningococcal meningitis is transmitted, and document the impact of a new meningitis vaccine. 20 Jul 2009 The smell of success: outstanding newly qualified scientists scoop fellowships 16 newly qualified postdoctoral researchers will receive a Sir Henry Wellcome Postdoctoral Fellowship award from the Wellcome Trust to develop their work and ideas. 17 Jul 2009 Genome of schistosome parasite published Researchers have published the genome of a blood fluke that causes schistosomiasis, providing the first steps to a better understanding of how the parasite functions, and to finding drugs to treat the disease. 16 Jul 2009 New fund to advance scientific discoveries into clinical practice The Department of Health and the Wellcome Trust today invite proposals from groups seeking to further the development of innovative healthcare products. 16 Jul 2009 IQ affects heart disease risk in lower socioeconomic groups IQ is part of the reason that people from poorer backgrounds have a higher risk of developing cardiovascular disease, according to a new study. 15 Jul 2009 Feature The warm heart of Africa: 30 years of research in Karonga The Karonga Prevention Study in Malawi is one of the world's largest epidemiology research projects, exploring diseases such as leprosy, TB and HIV. 14 Jul 2009 Wellcome Trust leads parasitology research, analysis shows The Wellcome Trust's influence in the world of parasitology research has been highlighted in an analysis of specialist publications. 10 Jul 2009 Stories from Silence: free weekend events at Wellcome Collection Come to a live story-telling event for story-lovers of all ages. 08 Jul 2009 £3m funding for new drugs to cut stroke risk The Wellcome Trust is funding research on new drugs to treat atrial fibrillation, which causes an irregular heartbeat and raises the risk of stroke. 07 Jul 2009 Feature New Technology Transfer award to tackle equine strangles A new Technology Transfer award aims to help vets diagnose equine strangles faster and on site at the stables. Dr Andrew Waller tells us more. 07 Jul 2009 Study identifies first gene links to most common brain cancer Genetic variants that increase the risk of developing glioma have been identified by scientists part-funded by the Wellcome Trust. 06 Jul 2009 Feature Platform for research: African Institutions Initiative African scientists are heading a new initiative aiming to plug the research gap and safeguard the continent's scientific future. 02 Jul 2009 African institutions lead international consortia in £30 million initiative Institutions from eighteen African countries will participate in international consortia under a Wellcome Trust initiative to strengthen research capacity. 02 Jul 2009
June

Feature Close relations: how sequencing revealed the secrets of the strangles bug The bug responsible for the horse disease strangles held a few surprises in its genes for Dr Matt Holden of the Wellcome Trust Sanger Institute. 30 Jun 2009 Scientists receive £4.3 million for asthma prevention research Researchers have been awarded £4.3 million by the Wellcome Trust for the development of a new class of drugs to target the cause of asthma and allergies. 29 Jun 2009 GP bodies support guidelines for use of patient records in medical research The two leading bodies representing GPs have backed a call by the Wellcome Trust for clearer guidance to ensure medical records are safely used in research. 29 Jun 2009 'Exquisite Bodies' exhibition full events programme revealed Wellcome Collection announces further details of its summer exhibition - 'Exquisite Bodies' - a unique exploration of a strange and forgotten chapter in medical history, launching 30 July. 26 Jun 2009 Engineering innovative solutions for medicine £41 million funding announced for four new UK Centres of Excellence in Medical Engineering. 25 Jun 2009 Feature Constructing cancers: a history of cancer in the UK Researchers at the University of Manchester are exploring the history of cancer research, and the emergence of institutions central to modern biomedicine. 24 Jun 2009 How science united for hybrid embryo debate The Science Media Centre, with support from the Wellcome Trust and others, has launched a booklet showing how the scientific community helped inform the debate over hybrid embryos. 23 Jun 2009 Is it a bee? Is it a cab? No, it's Beecab! Bespoke taxi brings a buzz to London's streets ahead of Pestival, the festival that celebrates the art of being an insect. 19 Jun 2009 Vaccinating children may help control the spread of influenza Targeting children may be an effective use of limited supplies of flu vaccine, according to research funded by the Wellcome Trust and the EU. 18 Jun 2009 New exhibition celebrates Darwin's impact on the arts A new exhibition called 'Endless Forms', exploring the interchange between the theories of Charles Darwin and art of the late 19th century, opened at the Fitzwilliam Museum in Cambridge this week. 17 Jun 2009 Wellcome-Beit Prize Fellowships launched The Wellcome Trust and the Beit Memorial Fellowships for Medical Research today announce the launch of the Wellcome-Beit Prize Fellowships, awarding £25 000 to four outstanding biomedical researchers each year. 15 Jun 2009 Quacks and Cures An evening of performance, talks and activities at Wellcome Collection in July explores the themes of quack doctors and medical cures from three centuries. 10 Jun 2009 Feature A history of legionnaires' disease in the UK Legionnaires' disease has been a source of public concern and media attention since it was identified in 1977. John Macfarlane discusses its history and implications. 09 Jun 2009 Harnessing the ever-wandering mind New research by Wellcome Trust scientists may help explain why visual aids can help prevent students daydreaming. 09 Jun 2009 New typhoid vaccine in development by Novartis and the Wellcome Trust Novartis Vaccines Institute for Global Health has been given a Strategic Award to develop a bivalent vaccine for typhoid fever. 05 Jun 2009 UKCRC call for Registered Clinical Trials Unit applications Applications are open for research groups wishing to become UK Clinical Research Collaboration Registered Clinical Trials Units. 04 Jun 2009 Study reveals gene link to drug-induced liver damage A genetic marker that may predict why some individuals suffer liver injury after taking certain medicines is the first finding from the International Serious Adverse Event Consortium. 03 Jun 2009 New grant reporting service from UKPMC A new grant reporting service has been launched by UK PubMed Central, the free digital archive of biomedical and life sciences journal literature. 03 Jun 2009 Feature Darwin Correspondence Project Charles Darwin exchanged ideas with around 2000 correspondents across the globe. The Darwin Correspondence Project aims to annotate and transcribe those letters and make them freely available. 02 Jun 2009 First genetic links to testicular cancer revealed The first genetic variants associated with increased risk of testicular cancer have been found in a study part-funded by the Wellcome Trust. 01 Jun 2009
May

Trust events get under the skin We have funded several events exploring the beauty and complexity of the human body. This summer, Wellcome Collection will host 'Exquisite Bodies', a display of anatomical models from the 19th century. 30 May 2009 Wellcome Trust appoints new Head of Execution and Implementation The Wellcome Trust announces the appointment of Tim Johnston as Head of Execution and Implementation to diversify and strengthen its Investment Division. 29 May 2009 Troubled teens have problems recognising facial expressions Teenage boys with conduct disorder have trouble recognising emotions in facial expressions, research funded by the Wellcome Trust has revealed. 28 May 2009 Malaria study points the way forward for genetic studies of disease in Africa A study of children with malaria in the Gambia has provided new insights into how to conduct genetic studies of common diseases in African populations. 26 May 2009 Studying the senses: Neuroscience and Mental Health grants A variety of grants have been made recently through our Neuroscience and Mental Health stream. 21 May 2009 Wellcome Trust prices £275 million Bond The Wellcome Trust, the UK's largest and the world's second largest charitable foundation funding biomedical research, today announces that it has priced £275 million of Guaranteed Bonds due 2021. Barclays Capital, J.P. Morgan Cazenove and Morgan Stanley acted as joint bookrunners and joint lead managers of the issue. 20 May 2009 Study links high blood pressure to hormone levels in the womb High blood pressure in adult life may be influenced by hormone levels in the womb, according to a study part-funded by the Trust. 18 May 2009 Gene discovery offers potential for new sleeping sickness treatment A newly discovered set of genes could help limit the transmission and impact of sleeping sickness, according to a Trust-funded study. 15 May 2009 Identification of facial malformation gene could improve genetic counselling The first specific genetic mutation that can cause a potentially serious facial disfigurement has been identified by Wellcome Trust researchers. 15 May 2009 TV series gives viewers chance to interact with surgeons during operations A new four-part Channel 4 series will, for the first time, give TV viewers the chance to interact with leading surgeons as they carry out life-changing operations, allowing them to experience the minute-by-minute drama of the operating theatre for themselves. 15 May 2009 Trust Fellows elected to the Academy of Medical Sciences Four current Wellcome Trust Fellows and number of past and current recipients of Trust funding are among the 40 leading UK researchers and clinicians who have been elected to the Fellowship of the Academy of Medical Sciences in 2009. 14 May 2009 Scientists study potential health impacts of reducing greenhouse gas emissions An international team of researchers is investigating the potential health benefits of reducing greenhouse gas emissions to help combat climate change. 14 May 2009 Young scientists to provide snapshot of natural Britain Primary schoolchildren across the UK will join scientists from the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew in a mass observation study to provide a snapshot of natural Britain. 13 May 2009 Eight new blood pressure genes identified Scientists have identified eight new genes affecting blood pressure. They say the findings will aid our understanding of the underlying causes of high blood pressure and may offer clues to new treatments for the condition. 12 May 2009 New exhibition on entanglement in art and science A new exhibition opens tonight at the Royal Institution, looking at the idea of entanglement in art and science. 'Ravelling, Unravelling' is the culmination of a year-long Wellcome Trust-funded residency by artist Naheed Raza in University College London's Department of Mathematics. 12 May 2009 Feature Ringing the changes: Talking to the Trust's new Head of Education Professor Derek Bell, appointed Head of Education at the Trust nearly six months ago, has been instrumental in moves to encourage teachers and pupils to engage with science. Catherine Whitlock talked to him about his past work and future plans in this area. 12 May 2009 Bullying increases child's risk of psychoses, study finds Bullied children are up to four times more likely to develop psychotic-like symptoms in adolescence, according to research funded by the Wellcome Trust. 11 May 2009 Wellcome-MIT collaboration launches interdisciplinary fellowships The Wellcome Trust, in conjunction with the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), is launching a new fellowship scheme to promote interdisciplinary science. 08 May 2009 Move to secondary school puts children off science The Wellcome Trust is today publishing three specially commissioned 'perspectives' looking at the transfer from primary to secondary school and in particular its effect on science. Together, they suggest that if we can improve some of the issues around transfer, we could see improvements in attainment and attitudes towards science. 08 May 2009 Reviewing animals in research The EU Directive that covers the use of animals in scientific research is currently being revised by the European Parliament. 06 May 2009 'Exquisite Bodies' exhibition coming this summer A new and intriguing exhibition launching this summer in London will allow visitors to explore a strange and forgotten chapter in medical history. 'Exquisite Bodies' at Wellcome Collection will reveal how spectacular collections of anatomical models were used not only to teach but also to titillate the public in Victorian Britain and Europe. 06 May 2009 Genetic make-up influences biased economic decision making, study shows How would you respond if you were told that you had an 80 per cent chance of surviving an operation? Would you give consent? How about if you were told you had a 20 per cent chance of dying? 06 May 2009
April

Researchers identify new gene link to autism Trust-funded researchers have identified a new gene thought to play a major role in autism spectrum disorders. The finding could help in the development of improved diagnostics for the condition. 30 Apr 2009 Should the NHS offer us incentives to improve our health? A new research centre that will study the ethics, economics and psychology behind the use of incentives in healthcare has opened. 30 Apr 2009 Making Visible Embryos An online exhibition about changing views of life inside the womb has been launched by the University of Cambridge. 28 Apr 2009 Retroviruses help unravel the history of sheep Scientists have used the vestiges of ancient retroviruses to unravel the history of sheep domestication, in research part-funded by the Wellcome Trust. 27 Apr 2009 Feature Watch your language Dr Mairéad MacSweeney's research into sign language and the brain is shedding light on how the brain processes language in both hearing and deaf people, as well as highlighting the importance of gaining language skills early in life. 27 Apr 2009 Research resources Our Research Resources in Medical History scheme supports projects to catalogue and preserve history of medicine collections, to ensure that they are available for historians and researchers to use. 25 Apr 2009 New learning disability genes identified Nine new genes associated with learning disabilities have been identified in research part-funded by the Wellcome Trust. 24 Apr 2009 Calcium channel discovery solves molecular mystery Research part-funded by the Wellcome Trust has solved a 15-year molecular mystery, shedding light on the crucial role of calcium transport in the body and opening up new avenues for research into diabetes, heart conditions and obesity. 24 Apr 2009 Emotional Cartography: where map-making meets science and art In his Bio Mapping projects, artist Christian Nold has been blending technology and cartography for the past five years. Now, with funding from the Wellcome Trust, he has examined some of the issues raised by his work, in a new book. 24 Apr 2009 Potential new TB vaccine enters clinical trial in South Africa A new vaccine to help combat the global tuberculosis (TB) epidemic is entering the next stage of clinical trials in South Africa to ensure its safety and effectiveness. 23 Apr 2009 Developing diagnostics We are supporting a number of new projects through our Technology Transfer division, including new ways to diagnose glaucoma and pre-eclampsia. 23 Apr 2009 Feature Darwin and the blush In this year of Charles Darwin celebrations, it is worthwhile to reflect on his contribution to psychology, through brief consideration of his writing on that enigmatic and, as Darwin noted, uniquely human expression, the blush. 23 Apr 2009 Blood sampling made easy by automated system Trust-funded scientists have developed a new, automated way to collect blood samples, increasing the consistency of samples and reducing the need for multiple procedures. 22 Apr 2009 Further funding for gene screens We have funded several new genome-wide association studies, including one exploring the genetic basis of anorexia nervosa. 22 Apr 2009 Indian tech transfer takes off Our Technology Transfer division has launched an initiative to fund translational research projects that will deliver safe and effective healthcare products for India, and potentially other markets, at affordable costs. 21 Apr 2009 £10 million initiative launched to tackle bee and pollinator decline Up to £10 million will help to identify the key threats to insect pollinators, including bees, under a major new investment project. 21 Apr 2009 Boost for African research The Wellcome Trust is working with DFID and the IDRC to enhance the capacity for new health research in Kenya and Malawi. 20 Apr 2009 World Digital Library launches with Wellcome treasures An online treasure trove of some of the world's most significant historical and cultural exhibits will be available free of charge to everyone when the World Digital Library launches. 20 Apr 2009 Q&A: Carolyne Njue So-called 'disco funerals' are putting young people in Kenya at risk from HIV infection, says research published in the journal AIDS, which was part-funded by the Trust. Lead author Carolyne Njue, explains the basis of these events and what she thinks could be done to reduce the risks associated with them. 19 Apr 2009 Researchers uncloak microbes in disguise Studies have shed new light on how HIV and the bacterium that causes meningitis evade our immune system. 18 Apr 2009 'Peas, Placards, Protest!' event at Wellcome Collection On Saturday 18 April, Euston Road will be filled with 'human campaigning peas', protesting with placards and powerful chants. Why not join them? 17 Apr 2009 Lifestyle link to stroke risk Small changes in lifestyle could make a big difference to your chance of having a stroke, researchers in Cambridge have shown. 17 Apr 2009 'Mind-reading' with fMRI It may be possible to 'read' a person's memories just by looking at brain activity, research suggests. 16 Apr 2009 Angry faces dominate the short-term memory, study reveals Our short-term memory is configured to remember angry faces better than happy or neutral ones, Trust-funded researchers have found. 16 Apr 2009 Feature A moving tale - studying sperm motility Infertility affects around 80 million couples worldwide, with problems in sperm motility playing a major role. Chrissie Giles spoke to some of the leading researchers exploring how sperm move to understand more about this fascinating and complex process. 16 Apr 2009 Mothers' anxiety linked to child asthma risk Pregnant women experiencing high levels of anxiety run a higher risk of their child developing asthma, according to Trust-funded researchers. 15 Apr 2009 Using patient data In 2008, we hosted a national consensus meeting with GPs, researchers and patient groups to develop guidance for best practice. 15 Apr 2009 Trust funds research to cultivate red blood cells A major research project looking at the potential of using stem cells to generate red blood cells for use in transfusions is being funded by the Wellcome Trust. 15 Apr 2009 Researchers link microRNA gene to hearing loss Studies in mice and humans have identified a link between progressive hearing loss and a microRNA gene - the first time this type of gene has been linked to any inherited disorder. 14 Apr 2009 Feature Sound science: Exploring the genetics of hearing loss Progressive hearing loss is a common and debilitating problem in humans, yet relatively little is known about the hundreds of genes thought to be involved. Chrissie Giles spoke to Professor Karen Steel, whose work with mice is shedding light on the complex process of hearing. 14 Apr 2009 Wellcome Trust-funded historian wins esteemed Humboldt Professorship Professor Philip van der Eijk, recipient of a series of major Wellcome Trust history of medicine grants, has been awarded an Alexander von Humboldt Professorship worth 3.5 million euros (around £3.2m). 10 Apr 2009 Feature 1001 Inventions: The rich heritage of Islamic science and culture The '1001 Inventions' exhibition celebrates the significant contribution the Muslim world has made to modern science. Developed with Wellcome Trust funding, it has toured the UK and is now beginning to tour globally. 09 Apr 2009 Researchers shed light on structure of bacterial drug resistance efflux pumps Scientists at the University of Cambridge have uncovered the final piece in the jigsaw revealing the structure of 'efflux pumps', which allow Salmonella and other disease-causing bacteria to develop resistance to antibiotics and other drugs. 08 Apr 2009 Feature Gut reaction: Investigating coeliac disease Professor David van Heel is at the cutting edge of research into coeliac disease, a common and debilitating condition with no cure. Chrissie Giles spoke to him and other leading figures in the field to find out what we know about the causes and treatment of this disease. 07 Apr 2009 Natural 'bar codes' help us recognise faces, study shows Our faces contain 'bar codes' of information that help us to recognise each other, according to Wellcome Trust-funded researchers. The study, published in the open access 'Journal of Vision', may have implications for improving face recognition software. 04 Apr 2009 Trust-funded research to probe norovirus growth The Wellcome Trust is funding a new study looking at the growth of noroviruses - 'winter vomiting viruses' - in the hope of finding new ways to control them. 03 Apr 2009 Feature Pain processing in newborn infants Babies' nervous systems process pain differently from those of adults, giving them greater sensitivity to pain. 02 Apr 2009
March

'The Devil's Doctor': a new play about the birth of modern medicine A Trust-funded play about Paracelsus, a controversial figure from the history of medicine, has begun its national tour. 31 Mar 2009 Feature Tracking down the past winners of our essay competition Our Essay Competition has encouraged postgraduates in science, engineering and technology to communicate their work and explore its possible implications for society. 31 Mar 2009 Tanzania study re-opens debate on targeting mosquito larvae to control malaria Targeting mosquito larval populations may be an effective intervention to help control malaria in urban situations. 31 Mar 2009 New cancer gene identified by Trust-funded research Mutations in the UTX gene, which regulates the activity of other genes, have been found in many different types of cancer, according to a study funded by the Wellcome Trust. The finding offers a new avenue for research that could lead to new cancer treatments. 30 Mar 2009 New rat model lights up infertility and autoimmune research Wellcome Trust-funded researchers have created a new rat model to track a key hormone involved in infertility and autoimmune disease 30 Mar 2009 Motion Disabled enabled Motion Disabled, an animated digital sculpture that explores ideas of normality and difference, has opened at Wolverhampton Art Gallery. 26 Mar 2009 Wise up A study at King's College London has shown that a molecule called Wise controls tooth development by linking together signalling pathways outside cells. 26 Mar 2009 Driven to drink Studying the way heavy drinkers think about alcohol. 26 Mar 2009 European genes A study of DNA samples from over 1000 Spanish and Portuguese men reveals that one in five has a Jewish paternal ancestor and one in ten has North African paternal ancestry. 26 Mar 2009 Bamako 2008 The Global Ministerial Forum on Research for Health is the premier meeting for decision makers in research funding and policy to focus on improving the health of poor populations. We supported the 2008 Forum. 26 Mar 2009 Peter Ratcliffe prize Professor Peter Ratcliffe, Head of the Nuffield Department of Clinical Medicine at the University of Oxford, has been awarded the 2009 Louis-Jeantet Prize for Medicine. 26 Mar 2009 Molecules, Genes and Cells Among the awards made through our Molecules, Genes and Cells stream is a project grant to researchers at the University of Oxford to develop statistical and computational methods to analyse data from the 1000 Genomes Project. 26 Mar 2009 Seeing speech Professor Ruth Campbell and Dr Cheryl Capek from University College London have explored how the brain 'sees' language when it is presented as silent speech and sign language. 26 Mar 2009 Moved to grow Identifying the genes involved in the normal development of an embryo's bones. 26 Mar 2009 Matter of principal Professor Margaret ('Scottie') Robinson has had her Wellcome Trust Principal Research Fellowship renewed. 26 Mar 2009 Depressed dads Children whose fathers are depressed before and after birth are at a higher risk of developing emotional and behavioural problems themselves, a study has found. 26 Mar 2009 Under pressure Putting on weight generally leads to a rise in blood pressure. Now, a study of a particular group of obese individuals has shown that this association is controlled by the melanocortin system in the brain. 26 Mar 2009 Waist watchers A study part-funded by the Trust shows that larger waistlines significantly increase the risk of death. 26 Mar 2009 By the book 'The Embalmer's Book of Recipes': a new novel by Ann Lingard (aka Ann Lackie). 26 Mar 2009 Making a change 2009 has been designated the 'Year of Climate Change'. To date, much of the debate on this subject has focused on the environment, but it is now becoming clear that climate change is also likely to affect the health of millions of people. 26 Mar 2009 Weighty findings Researchers studying the genetic risks of obesity have found six new genetic regions that may affect our behaviour rather than the way fat is digested or stored. 26 Mar 2009 When insects attack Insect immune systems and antibiotic resistance. 26 Mar 2009 African genome Researchers have decoded the first African human genome using a new, faster and lower-cost sequencing method. 26 Mar 2009 Get engaged A selection of the fascinating projects and events supported by our People and Arts Awards, funded through our Engaging Science programme. 26 Mar 2009 Ethical tour Trust staff take a tour of the Asia-Pacific region to raise awareness of our support for biomedical ethics research in low- and middle-income countries. 26 Mar 2009 Risky business Best-practice interventions to reduce coronary risk factors (such as smoking and high blood pressure) should be applied to people from high and low socioeconomic groups. 26 Mar 2009 Q&A: Helen Saibil With colleagues, Professor Saibil has published the first structure of a newly folded protein just before it is released from a chaperonin complex, a type of chaperone that is required for protein folding in all cells. 26 Mar 2009 Therapists still offer treatments for homosexuality despite lack of evidence A significant minority of psychiatrists and therapists are still attempting to help lesbian, gay and bisexual clients become heterosexual despite a lack of evidence that such treatment is beneficial or even safe. 26 Mar 2009 Most detailed malaria map ever highlights hope and challenges facing global community The most detailed map ever created of malaria risk worldwide is published today by an international team of researchers funded by the Wellcome Trust. 25 Mar 2009 Guidelines to aid fight against fake drugs Trust-funded researchers have developed a set of guidelines to help assess the quality of medicines and combat counterfeit drugs. 24 Mar 2009 Early Career Fellowships for Researchers in India Applications are now open for Early Career Fellowships for Researchers in India, a new scheme launched by the Wellcome Trust-DBT India Alliance, an £80m partnership between the Government of India and the Wellcome Trust. 23 Mar 2009 'Music from the Worm Farm': neurobiology meets new music 'Music from the Worm Farm' is a six-month residency project funded by the Wellcome Trust and involving composer Keith Johnson and neurobiologist Dr Stephen Nurrish. Music that Keith has composed while working in Stephen's lab will be performed at the Dana Centre in London tonight. 19 Mar 2009 Low-cost UV lights halt TB spread The spread of tuberculosis, including drug-resistant strains, could be reduced by as much as 70 per cent simply through the use of ultraviolet lights, research part funded by the Wellcome Trust has revealed. 18 Mar 2009 Hormone offers new hope for infertility treatment A hormone could offer hope as a new treatment for infertility, according to research part funded by the Wellcome Trust. 17 Mar 2009 Rabies infections highlight dangers of processing dog meat Eating dog meat is common in many Asian countries, but research conducted as part of the South East Asian Infectious Diseases Clinical Research Network has discovered a potentially lethal risk associated with preparing dog meat: rabies. 17 Mar 2009 Web of life: online exhibition projects The Wellcome Trust has funded two online exhibition projects. 13 Mar 2009 Wellcome Trust's Darwin200 projects showcased at the House of Commons Politicians got a chance yesterday to see for themselves the work being done by the Wellcome Trust to celebrate Charles Darwin's life and work, and to ensure that his scientific legacy reaches every child in the country. 13 Mar 2009 Study of one million Swedes uncovers link between IQ and risk of death A study of one million Swedish men has revealed a strong link between cognitive ability and the risk of death, suggesting that government initiatives to increase education opportunities may also have health benefits. 12 Mar 2009 'Mind-reading' experiment highlights how brain records memories It may be possible to 'read' a person's memories just by looking at brain activity, according to research carried out by Wellcome Trust scientists. 12 Mar 2009 Study reveals the mosquito defence against malaria Research part-funded by the Wellcome Trust has revealed how the mosquito immune system mounts an effective attack on the malaria parasite. The findings could lead to new ways to block the transmission of malaria and other parasites from mosquitoes to humans. 11 Mar 2009 Madness & Modernity exhibition A new exhibition coming to Wellcome Collection will bring significant Viennese artworks to the UK for the first time. Madness & Modernity looks at the relationship between mental illness, the visual arts and architecture in Vienna around 1900. 11 Mar 2009 Further postdoctoral training fellowship opportunities for clinicians The Wellcome Trust is providing a unique opportunity for the most promising newly qualified MB/PhD graduates to make an early start in developing their independent research careers. 10 Mar 2009 Feature Novel thinking on a nanoscale Artist Julie Freeman made the world of nanotechnology larger than life as part of her residency at Cranfield University. 10 Mar 2009 New Science Museum website helps bring Wellcome's collections to life The Science Museum has launched a new online resource for students. Funded by the Wellcome Trust, the website features a wealth of objects from the Trust's collection held by the Science Museum. 06 Mar 2009 Gene variants confer diabetes protection, researchers say Rare genetic mutations that confer protection against developing type 1 diabetes have been found. Furthermore, the nature of the mutations suggests that the disease may be caused by a common virus. 06 Mar 2009 Trust researchers make stem cell breakthrough Trust-funded researchers have found a safe way to generate functional stem cells from adult cells, potentially offering a new source of promising cells and reducing the need to harvest them from unused embryos. 04 Mar 2009 Great Plant Hunt school activities launched Every child in the country will be celebrating Charles Darwin's 200th birthday this year thanks to the Wellcome Trust, which is providing schools with free practical science activities inspired by Darwin's theory of evolution. 04 Mar 2009 Feature From the Wellcome Library archives Explore a selection of the often fascinating and unusual items held by Wellcome Library, including 17th-century recipe books, the letters of a fossil hunter and a set of templates for reading foreheads. 03 Mar 2009 Study finds genetic link to optimism The tendency to see the glass as half full or half empty may be determined by your genes, according to research funded by the Wellcome Trust. 02 Mar 2009
February

Evolution keeps HIV one step ahead in immune system arms race Research part funded by the Wellcome Trust shows how HIV continues to evolve rapidly in an arms race against our immune system - upping the challenge to scientists developing an HIV vaccine. 27 Feb 2009 Genetic finding provides insight into new cause of infertility A European research collaboration has identified a new genetic cause for primary ovarian insufficiency, a condition that can lead to infertility in women. 26 Feb 2009 Bobby Baker's Diary Drawings: Mental illness and me, 1997-2008 'Bobby Baker's Diary Drawings', the first major visual art exhibition by performance artist Bobby Baker, will launch at Wellcome Collection on 19 March 2009 and run until 2 August. 26 Feb 2009 African initiative launched to strengthen health research Health research in Africa has received an important boost through support for two funding bodies, established by the Health Research Capacity Strengthening (HRCS) initiative. 25 Feb 2009 Biomedical regulation workshop shapes long-term goals Biomedical regulation experts convened at a joint MRC and Wellcome Trust workshop in May 2008. A report of the meeting identifies a long-term goal - to analyse the wide range of issues associated with regulation and ultimately achieve an optimum regulatory environment to support biomedical research. 24 Feb 2009 Feature Textile sculptures celebrate pioneering surgery Artist Paddy Hartley's interest in the treatment of facial injuries in World War I led him to develop a new form of textile sculptures. These have most recently been shown in the 'War and Medicine' exhibition at Wellcome Collection. 24 Feb 2009 'Experiment of nature' examines how a mother's diet may impact on her child's health A new study being conducted in The Gambia by Wellcome Trust-funded researchers will examine how mothers' diets might affect the growth of children conceived at different times of year. 23 Feb 2009 Researchers successfully treat severe peanut allergy A study conducted at the Wellcome Trust Clinical Research Facility in Cambridge has demonstrated the first successful treatment for severe peanut allergy. 20 Feb 2009 Meningitis bacteria adopt human disguise to evade our immune system The bacteria that cause bacterial meningitis mimic human cells to evade the body's innate immune system, according to research co-funded by the Wellcome Trust. 19 Feb 2009 First genetic clues to synaesthesia revealed Trust-funded researchers have found the first genetic regions with links to synaesthesia, the brain condition that leads some people to see sounds and hear written words. 17 Feb 2009 Feature Playing God: Using theatre to explore the right to be deaf Playing God is a play created by Deafinitely Theatre, a deaf-led theatre production company, and supported by a Wellcome Trust People Award. It explores the issues surrounding cochlear implants in children. 17 Feb 2009 Trust funds silk technology for knee implants A biotech company has been awarded £1.6 million by the Wellcome Trust to develop knee implants based on the science behind spiders' silk. 16 Feb 2009 The Wellcome Trust celebrates Darwin's bicentenary On 12 February 1809, Charles Robert Darwin was born. Two hundred years later, the influence of this man's work is as great as any other historical figure and his scientific legacy continues in research laboratories around the world. 12 Feb 2009 Obesity linked to pregnancy complications Obese women are at a higher risk of developing complications such as low birthweight, premature birth and pre-eclampsia during their first pregnancy. 12 Feb 2009 Link between Y chromosome and surnames sheds light on family histories Our surnames and genetic information are often strongly connected. The research may help genealogists create more accurate family trees. 11 Feb 2009 Feature Wellcome Trust-funded exhibition at the British Museum 'Living and Dying' is a Wellcome Trust-funded permanent exhibition at the British Museum. It explores how different cultures throughout the ages have approached the universal themes of wellbeing and health. 10 Feb 2009 Case Control Consortium data reveal new heart disease genes Data from the Wellcome Trust Case Control Consortium have helped uncover ten new genes linked with heart disease. The findings demonstrate the value of large-scale genomic studies in discovering leads that could aid the development of new treatments. 09 Feb 2009 New window display for Trust headquarters A new work by German-born product designer Julia Lohmann will provide bold viewing for passers-by on London's Euston Road. 09 Feb 2009 Link between vitamin D and MS susceptibility gene Researchers have found evidence that a direct interaction between vitamin D and a common genetic variant alters the risk of developing multiple sclerosis (MS). 06 Feb 2009 New education chief appointed at Wellcome Trust Professor Derek Bell, former Chief Executive of the Association for Science Education (ASE), has been appointed as Head of Education at the Wellcome Trust, the UK's largest medical research charity. 06 Feb 2009 Inexplicable Acts at Wellcome Collection Discover the science behind magic at a series of breathtaking free events at Wellcome Collection. 06 Feb 2009 Scientists identify mosquito genes linked to insecticide resistance Researchers funded by the Wellcome Trust have identified specific mosquito genes associated with resistance to a common class of insecticide. 05 Feb 2009 Explore Darwin's Tree of Life Explore the history of life on Earth and discover the evolutionary links between key species, both extinct and living. 04 Feb 2009 Feature Inside DNA: A genomic revolution 'Inside DNA' - the UK's first national touring exhibition dedicated to developments in genomics research and their wider impact - was supported by a £1.5 million Wellcome Trust Capital Award. It will tour for five years, aiming to reach around one million people across the country. 03 Feb 2009 Funding news: 2009 An update on our funding plans for 2009. 02 Feb 2009
January

Routes: Interactive website engaging young people with genetics An innovative blend of fact and fiction, drama and documentary, Routes is a groundbreaking exploration of genetics and bioethics that uses a variety of platforms to engage a young audience. 30 Jan 2009 Paintings by artist Fredrick Cayley Robinson purchased by the Wellcome Trust A series of large-scale paintings by the fashionable turn-of-the-century British artist Fredrick Cayley Robinson (1862-1927) has been purchased by the Wellcome Trust for public display in the Wellcome Library. 29 Jan 2009 Researchers crack structures of human protein family Scientists from the Structural Genomics Consortium have characterised the structures of a family of proteins associated with a range of human diseases, which will aid the development of new therapeutic targets. 26 Jan 2009 Food on the brain Scientists link our brain's response to appetising food to our risk of obesity. 26 Jan 2009 UK Biobank Ethics and Governance Council public meeting Want to know more about the ethical issues surrounding research databases? Come to a free public presentation and discussion on Thursday 12 February 2009. 22 Jan 2009 Feature from About us > History Henry Wellcome's legacy: The Wellcome Trust The Wellcome Trust was established under the will of Sir Henry Wellcome in 1936. In his will, Wellcome stated that he wanted the income from the share capital of the Wellcome Foundation Ltd to be used to advance medical research and understanding of its history. 20 Jan 2009 Sixty million people carry heart disease mutation One in a hundred people carry a genetic mutation almost guaranteed to lead to heart problems, research published in 'Nature Genetics' shows. 19 Jan 2009 'Window into the brain' reveals deadly secrets of malaria Looking at the retina in the eyes of patients with cerebral malaria has provided scientists with a vital insight into why malaria infection in the brain is so deadly. 15 Jan 2009 Game of two halves leads to brain asymmetry A tug-of-war between the two sides of the brain causes it to become asymmetrical, according to research published in the journal 'Neuron'. 15 Jan 2009 Director of the Wellcome Trust knighted Mark Walport, Director of the Wellcome Trust, received a knighthood in the 2009 New Year Honours List for services to medical research. 13 Jan 2009 Feature from About us > History Henry Wellcome's last years Increasingly lonely, Wellcome spent his last years preparing for his life's work to be carried on after his death, for the benefit of mankind. 13 Jan 2009 New Seeding Drug Discovery award will help develop new antibiotics The Wellcome Trust has awarded £4.1 million to biopharmaceutical company Achaogen to help discover new drugs for treating bacterial infections. 12 Jan 2009 New stem cell technique could help body repair itself Scientists have tricked bone marrow into releasing extra adult stem cells into the bloodstream, a technique that they hope could one day be used to repair heart damage or mend a broken bone, in a new study published in the journal 'Cell Stem Cell'. 09 Jan 2009 Structure mediating spread of antibiotic resistance identified Scientists have identified the structure of a key component of the bacteria behind such diseases as whooping cough, peptic stomach ulcers and legionnaires' disease. 09 Jan 2009 Macbeth's curse: study identifies link between sleeplessness and paranoia Research funded by the Wellcome Trust has identified a link between sleeplessness and paranoid thinking, a theme highlighted in Shakespeare's 'Macbeth'. 07 Jan 2009

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