Researchers in the School of Biosciences have developed a simple and cost-effective test to diagnose sleeping sickness, a disease widespread in sub-Saharan Africa. The test … Read more
Tag: biomedical science
Summer internships
Summer 2018 saw a successful return of the School of Biosciences funded internship programme, with 11 students taking part in a wide variety of projects … Read more
Undergraduate research project published in international journal
Stuart Masterson, a PhD student in the School of Biosciences, whose final year undergraduate dissertation has led to the publication of a scientific paper in … Read more
Research on pigments reveals Achilles’ heel for MRSA
Research co-led by bioscientists at Kent provides a molecular explanation for how the bacterium behind the super bug MRSA produces a red pigment that is … Read more
Another top 10 performance in the 2016 National Student Survey
The National Student Survey has once again recognised the School of Biosciences as one of the very best places to study in the UK. Reflecting … Read more
Top ten for student satisfaction in the National Student Survey
The 2015 National Student Survey has once again recognised the School of Biosciences as one of the very best places to study in the UK, with … Read more
KentHealth placements for two Biosciences students
Success for students in the School of Biosciences with two undergraduate students being awarded bursaries in the 2015 KentHealth Student Vacation Scheme to undertake clinical placements during the … Read more
A Top 20 place in the Guardian University Guide 2016
The School of Biosciences has risen to 20th position in the ranking of 102 UK Universities by the Guardian newspaper. This latest good news follows … Read more
Society of Biology accreditation for undergraduate courses
The School of Biosciences has added to its impressive array of professional recognition, with Society of Biology accreditation for all of its undergraduate degree programmes. From April … Read more
Top ten in UK for internationally-recognised research excellence
The University of Kent School of Biosciences has consolidated its position as one of the strongest Biological Science departments in the UK in the most recent … Read more