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Increased air pollution exposure during midlife may harm brain health as we age

A new study led by researchers from the Institute of Psychiatry, Psychology & Neuroscience (IoPPN) at King’s College London, and part-funded by NIHR Maudsley BRC, has found that exposure to higher levels of air pollution during mid-life is associated with slower processing speed, lower scores on a cognitive screening tool, and differences in brain structure later in life.

 

By NIHR Maudsley BRC at 18 Jul 2025

Reflections from the NIHR Doctoral Research Training Camp 2025

The NIHR (National Institute for Health and Care Research) Doctoral Training Camp is an annual event for PhD students and early postdocs within NIHR Infrastructure, Schools, and Incubators. The three-day intensive training camp focused on providing guidance and practical experience to learn how to put together a successful application for funding. 

By NIHR Maudsley BRC at 16 Jul 2025