A study led by University of Oxford researchers has established that different biological mechanisms underlying a common heart disorder result in different characteristics and complications. The results, published in Circulation: Genomic and Precision Medicine, could enable more ... READ MORE
News for Cardiovascular Medicine
Academy of Medical Sciences elects two BRC researchers as new Fellows
The Academy of Medical Sciences has elected two NIHR Oxford Biomedical Research Centre scientists to its fellowship in 2025. The new Fellows have been elected to the Academy in recognition of their exceptional contributions to the advancement of biomedical and health science, cutting edge ... READ MORE
Study finds no benefit of routine use of cerebral embolic protection devices on TAVI stroke risk
Using cerebral embolic protection devices during transcatheter aortic valve implantation (TAVI) procedures does not reduce a patient’s risk of experiencing a stroke, according to a large UK clinical trial led by researchers from the Radcliffe Department of Medicine (RDM) and Oxford University ... READ MORE
“We need clear pathways and structured support for allied health professionals to pursue a research career”
Miriam Lacharie is a diagnostic radiographer in the Oxford Centre for Clinical Magnetic Resonance Research (OCMR). In June 2024, she received a predoctoral award from the NIHR Oxford BRC and is currently researching imaging markers to predict disease progression in the genetic heart condition ... READ MORE
“It gives you breathing space and the confidence to step into a leadership role”
Megha Agarwal is a clinical research fellow in the University of Oxford’s Radcliffe Department of Medicine (RDM). She took part in the Women in Leadership training course organised by the NIHR Oxford BRC’s Cardiovascular Theme, the first such training provided by the BRC specifically aimed at ... READ MORE
“It pushes you out of your comfort zone to talk about issues that women face in their roles”
Catherine Krasopoulos is lead nurse for the Cardiovascular Medicine Division in the University of Oxford’s Radcliffe Department of Medicine. She took part in the Women in Leadership training course organised by the NIHR Oxford BRC’s Cardiovascular Theme. Catherine is based in the Oxford Centre ... READ MORE
Critical role of GP data in understanding common heart condition highlighted
A study led by Oxford researchers has identified 28 percent more cases of atrial fibrillation, a common and serious cardiac condition, in primary care data than secondary care data alone. Evidence of atrial fibrillation was also recorded an average of 1.3 years earlier. The findings - published ... READ MORE
Oxford to play key role in two new MRC gene therapy centres
The Medical Research Council (MRC), part of UKRI, is launching its first two Centres of Research Excellence (CoRE), which will develop transformative new advanced therapeutics for currently untreatable diseases. Oxford is leading one of these centres and co-leading the other. Together, these ... READ MORE
Research profile: using research to answer clinical questions
Rebecca Bone has been a consultant nurse in heart failure at Oxford University Hospitals for two years, and throughout her research journey, she has received support from the NIHR Oxford Biomedical Research Centre (BRC). Rebecca finished her Masters in 2017 and was encouraged by her dissertation ... READ MORE
Heart scans could help thousands avoid unnecessary invasive procedure
Thousands of patients admitted to hospital every year with suspected heart attacks could avoid an unnecessary invasive procedure if they have a routine heart MRI scan first, according to new research. The study, funded by the NIHR Oxford Biomedical Research Centre (BRC) and British Heart ... READ MORE
AI analysis of heart scans predicts risk of developing heart problems ten years in advance
A University of Oxford research team has developed an artificial intelligence (AI) technology which can accurately predict the risk of a heart attack, heart failure or cardiac death from routine cardiac CT scans, up to ten years in advance. The study, funded by the British Heart Foundation and ... READ MORE
Researchers cast the net widely for atrial fibrillation trial
An Oxford trial to detect atrial fibrillation has been designed to include as many eligible people as possible, including those who rarely interact with the healthcare system or take part in clinical trials. Working with 27 general practice surgeries, the AMALFI study, which is funded by the ... READ MORE
AI tool could help thousands avoid fatal heart attacks
An AI tool that can predict 10-year risk of deadly heart attacks, could transform treatment for patients who undergo CT scans to investigate chest pain, according to research supported by the NIHR Oxford Biomedical Research Centre (BRC). In the first real-world trial of the AI tool, it was ... READ MORE
Heart attack risk decreased in new mothers by self-monitoring blood pressure at home
Self-monitoring blood pressure after giving birth could help to cut new mothers’ risk of future heart disease and strokes, according to new research by Oxford researchers. The study, funded by the BHF and supported by the NIHR Oxford Biomedical Research Centre (BRC), could be the first step ... READ MORE
New imaging centre performs first stroke thrombectomy
A new imaging centre at the John Radcliffe Hospital carried out its first stroke thrombectomy. The Acute Multidisciplinary and Interventional Centre (AMIIC) carried out the procedure on 17 May as part of its partnership with Oxford University Hospitals (OUH) NHS Foundation Trust. A ... READ MORE
Barbara Casadei wins 2022 Lucian award
The Oxford BRC’s Theme Lead for Cardiovascular Medicine, Professor Barbara Casadei, has been awarded the annual Louis and Artur Lucian Award for outstanding research in the field of circulatory diseases. The award winner receives a prize of 75,000 Canadian dollars and is invited for a formal ... READ MORE
Professor Barbara Casadei named NIHR Senior Investigator
The Oxford BRC’s Theme Lead for Cardiovascular Medicine, Professor Barbara Casadei, has been named a National Institute of Health and Care Research (NIHR) Senior Investigator, while three other Oxford BRC researchers have been reappointed to this prestigious position in recognition of ... READ MORE
New imaging centre officially opened
A new Acute Multidisciplinary Imaging and Interventional Centre (AMIIC), based at the John Radcliffe Hospital, has been officially opened. AMIIC, part of the University of Oxford’s Radcliffe Department of Medicine, was previously known as AVIC (Acute Vascular Imaging Centre). The newly ... READ MORE
Professor Marian Knight recognised for services to maternal and public health
Professor Marian Knight, the Oxford Biomedical Research Centre’s Co- Theme Lead for Cardiovascular Medicine, has been recognised in the New Year Honours list 2023. She was appointed Member of the Order of the British Empire (MBE) for services to Maternal and Public Health. Professor ... READ MORE
One in eight people have undiagnosed nighttime hypertension
Around 15 percent of people aged between 40 and 75 may have a form of undiagnosed high blood pressure (hypertension) that occurs only at nighttime. Because they do not know about this, and are therefore not being treated for it, they are at a higher risk of cardiovascular disease such as ... READ MORE
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