University Of Exeter

This study looked at whether eating micro-vegetables (tiny, young vegetables) for 6 weeks can reduce inflammation and improve health in adults aged 60 and older with a higher body weight. Researchers measured changes in blood markers and gut bacteria. The goal is to see if these …

This study explored whether a non-invasive light technique (Raman spectroscopy) can detect ovarian cancer in blood samples and identify active cancer in tissue after chemotherapy. Researchers analyzed samples from 160 women with symptoms or undergoing treatment. The goal is to im…

This study tested whether taking a new dietary supplement for 16 days can improve exercise performance and cognitive function in healthy adults. Forty participants (20 young, ages 18–30, and 20 older, ages 50–65) completed cognitive tests, cycling exercises, and blood draws. Each…

This study tested whether a home-based virtual reality exercise program could help stroke survivors improve arm function and balance. 27 people with chronic stroke (more than 6 months after their stroke) used non-immersive VR exercises at home for 8 weeks, with remote monitoring …

This study looked at whether measuring glucagon (a hormone that raises blood sugar) after a meal or an injection could help predict the risk of dangerously low blood sugar (hypoglycemia) in people with type 1 diabetes. Researchers studied 62 adults with type 1 diabetes to see if …

This study looked at how eating too few or too many calories affects muscle maintenance in healthy middle-aged adults during short periods of inactivity. Researchers measured muscle protein production and muscle size changes in 23 participants. The goal was to understand the role…

This study looked at 733 people with Parkinson's disease to see if certain genetic changes in the AQP4 gene are linked to worse motor, cognitive, and sleep symptoms. Researchers measured these gene variations and compared them to symptom severity. The goal was to better understan…

This study looked at whether taking a probiotic (L. plantarum) can help your body absorb more sulforaphane, a healthy compound found in broccoli. 13 healthy adults took either the probiotic or a placebo for a short time, then ate broccoli. The researchers measured how much sulfor…

This study looked at whether playing a grammatical reasoning game online could improve thinking and daily function in healthy adults over 50. Over 6,500 participants completed the training and took tests of memory and attention. The goal was to see if short, intensive brain train…

This study tested a computer tool that helps doctors in primary care correctly identify the type of diabetes in adults diagnosed before age 50. The tool uses existing patient data to flag possible misclassification. Researchers interviewed 21 patients and staff to see if the tool…