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Enhancing astronaut health and helping physiotherapists consult during COVID

Health researchers share their insights to support both astronauts in space and people on Earth.

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Using copper to fight COVID-19

Biological Sciences and Health Sciences are showing how copper can provide a permanent defence against the spread of Coronavirus on surfaces in just one minute.

Jackie Bridges

Prof of Older People's Care

Mandy Fader

Associate V-P (Strategic Major Projects)

Maria Stokes

Professor of Neuromusculoskeletal Rehab.

Peter Griffiths

Chair in Health Services Research

Claire Foster

Professor of Psychosocial Oncology

Sue Latter

Professor of Health Services Research