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Comparing delusions with ideologies - exploring the roots of belief

A new research project, IN-MIND, will investigate the fundamental nature of human belief systems.
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"Nocebo Gap" in healthcare: Discrimination's impact on medication side effects

A new study has uncovered a link between patients' experiences of discrimination in healthcare settings and the likelihood of them experiencing negative side effects from their medication.
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Inaugural lecture - Professor Sue Sherman

In her inaugural lecture, Professor Sherman will be talking about human papillomavirus (HPV) and the ~5% of cancers it causes.
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Counter-Strike players faster at decision-making, study shows

One of the world’s most popular first-person shooter games - Counter-Strike - could help to improve people’s cognitive abilities, according to research from.
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Using behaviour change science to help dog owners tackle pet obesity

Psychologist and behavior change expert Professor Thomas Webb and a team of researchers has developed a health pack to help owners manage their dogs’ weight.