a table in a community centre with exceed promotional materials on top, such as our exceed newsletter, exceed branded pens and notepads. There is a pop up banner behind the table showcasing what the exceed study is about.
a photo of Dr Chiara Batini and Dr Catherine John standing next to a table showcasing the exceed promotional materials.
Community connections in action 💬✨The EXCEED team has been out in Leicester raising awareness of the study, with Catherine & Chiara enjoying informative and engaging conversations at the African Caribbean Centre. If you'd like to hear more about EXCEED, visit our website: exceed.org.uk/interested/
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Our latest EXCEED newsletter is available to view here: exceed.org.uk/news/
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Our latest study on the genetics of chronic cough is out!
Here the link to the paper:
publications.ersnet.org/content/erj/...
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Breakthrough genetic study points to neurological mechanisms for chronic cough | News | University of Leicester
Our latest study uncovers genes linked to chronic cough, shedding light on the role of neuronal signalling and sensory pathways in driving cough reflex hypersensitivity. These findings deepen our biological understanding of chronic cough. Find out more here: le.ac.uk/news/2025/ju...
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📢UK LLC announces new approvals from NHS providers and UK Government departments meaning linked longitudinal data held in the UK LLC Trusted Research Environment (TRE) can now be used for a wide range of research in the public good.
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The EXCEED team visited the Shama Women's Centre today to launch our new phase of recruitment. Huge thanks to all that attended and supported.
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09.06.2025 14:06 — 👍 4 🔁 2 💬 0 📌 0
A poster for the exceed study advertising who is eligible to take part and the ways in which participants can get in touch with us. EXCEED is a research study that wants to understand how your DNA, lifestyle and daily habits influence your health. You can take part if you are over 10 years old, live in Leicester, Leicestershire or Rutland, and you identify as from an Asian, Black, Arab or mixed ethnic background. You can contact the EXCEED team on exceed@leicester.ac.uk or by phone 01162525997. You can visit our website for more information on www.exceed.org.uk
We are pleased to announce that recruitment to EXCEED is now OPEN. You can find out more about the study, including how to register, on our website: exceed.org.uk
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Thank you #ESHG2025 for selecting our poster for the best poster session, and overall for a great few days of excellent science! @exceedstudy.bsky.social
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EXCEED
You can view our latest EXCEED Study newsletter on our news page: exceed.org.uk/news/
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We are pleased to announce that registrations are now open! You can book your ticket via our conference shop: shop.le.ac.uk/conferences-...
If you would like to submit an abstract for pre-screening before you commit to a ticket, please email us respiratorygenomics@leicester.ac.uk
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And of course, any leftovers were offered to the rest of the Population Health Sciences group, who made short work of it!
05.03.2025 08:35 — 👍 4 🔁 1 💬 0 📌 0
A woman stands next to a desk cutting a small carrot cake into slices.
Four people, two men and two women, posing for a photo with a carrot cake.
This week, EXCEED's lead administrator celebrated 10 years in this role. Despite it being a busy week full of meetings, the EXCEED team can always find time for cake! 🍰Congratulations, Catherine!
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very proud of Kayesha Coley for leading this effort to its completion!
link to the paper here: academic.oup.com/ntr/advance-...
18.02.2025 15:39 — 👍 4 🔁 1 💬 0 📌 0
Study sheds light on the genetics of stopping smoking | News | University of Leicester
The EXCEED team’s latest study identifies genetic factors linked to successfully stopping smoking using varenicline, shedding light on the genes that may influence the effectiveness of varenicline. A big thank you to all the study participants involved – find out more here: le.ac.uk/news/2025/fe...
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You can read how EXCEED data contributed to this study in our University of Leicester press release: le.ac.uk/news/2025/ja...
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EXCEED
In 2023 EXCEED celebrated its 10th anniversary. To celebrate we hosted a scientific symposium, and launched a podcast series (hosted by @turiking.bsky.social) showcasing the research projects to come out of the study. You can listen to the podcasts here: exceed.org.uk/symposium/
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Electrophysiology Project Manager in the Department of Cardiovascular Sciences at University of Leicester
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