The panel awarded funding to the following six impactful projects:<\/p>\n
\nSue Astley,\u00a0Beverly Corbett,\u00a0Liz Foster<\/em><\/p>\n
Project title: Saving lives through education<\/strong>\u00a0<\/p>\n
In memory of 25-year-old Alex, who tragically died from meningitis in 2020, this project aims to equip young adults with the knowledge to recognize serious illness and navigate healthcare systems effectively. Working with Meningitis Now, Dr. Liz Foster, and the PSHE Association, the applicants are developing accredited educational resources for schools to support National Curriculum objectives. These lessons will teach students how to identify \u2018red flag\u2019 symptoms and confidently engage with healthcare professionals. With fundraising underway, the researchers aim to launch these life-saving materials in January 2025, helping young people access timely and appropriate care.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n
\nChris Dickinson, Ana Hernandez Trillo<\/em><\/p>\n
Project title: <\/strong>Bee Eyecare Aware: a student-facilitated programme to improve eye health awareness in underserved populations<\/strong><\/p>\n
“Bee Eyecare Aware” is a student-led, community project aimed at promoting eye health in Manchester by educating children aged 8\u201312 about the importance of regular eye exams. Building on the success of the national \u201cEye Heroes\u201d initiative, the University of Manchester\u2019s Optometry students will facilitate workshops in local schools, encouraging children to become advocates for eye health within their families and communities. The project will assess the feasibility of this model and its potential to improve eye health literacy, increase eye exam uptake, and offer meaningful community engagement for students. The project aims for sustainability and long-term community benefit.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n
\nLisa Riste, Penny Lewis, Harsha Parmar, Ketan Parmar, Gabrielle Saunders<\/em><\/p>\n
Project title:<\/strong> Understanding the needs of people with sight and\/or hearing impairments to enhance pharmacy, optometry and audiology practice<\/strong><\/p>\n
This project aims to enhance pharmacy students’ understanding of medication safety challenges faced by people with sight and hearing impairments. Building on previous research with NIHR Greater Manchester, the researchers highlight the increased risk of medication errors for individuals with sensory impairments. Through interactive sessions like “Ask Us,” “In My Shoes” simulations, and Deaf awareness workshops, students will learn practical strategies to improve communication and care for these vulnerable groups. Partnering with the Manchester Centre for Audiology and Deafness, we will also provide students access to online courses, ensuring they are better equipped to support safe medication use in their future careers.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n
\nChristine Rowland, Patty Doran, Helen Brewis<\/em><\/p>\n
Project title: Creating a compassionate campus at the University of Manchester<\/strong><\/p>\n
This project aims to explore how the University of Manchester can become a Compassionate University, focusing on support for staff and students during end-of-life care, bereavement, and grief. Inspired by the Compassionate Communities movement, the project will involve a university-wide survey to gather experiences and insights from staff, students, and HR on how the university currently supports these challenges. Two workshops will be held to plan the survey, analyze data, and discuss steps towards creating a compassionate campus. The goal is to establish a vision for a Compassionate University and pursue a \u2018Compassionate Employers\u2019 award with Hospice UK.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n
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\nAndrew Devereau, Helen Hulme, Peter Freeman<\/em><\/p>\n
Project title: <\/strong>A Toolkit to Engage young adults with Bioinformatics<\/p>\n
This project aims to develop an engaging toolkit to introduce young adults to bioinformatics, highlighting its crucial role in healthcare. Bioinformatics, the application of computer tools to genetic data, is an essential skill in biotechnology, pharmaceuticals, research, and healthcare. To inspire students towards careers in bioinformatics, especially within the NHS, the toolkit will offer hands-on activities and access to real genetic data. The project will involve interviews with experts, testing activities with students, and creating online resources. The final toolkit will include physical resources, lesson plans, and a website, making bioinformatics more accessible and appealing at school career events.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n
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\nAntje Heinrich, Helen Chilton<\/em><\/p>\n
Project title: Evaluation of a national resource supporting pragmatic language development in deaf children<\/strong><\/p>\n
his project aims to improve a newly developed resource that helps deaf children acquire pragmatic language skills, crucial for social and academic success. Created by an interdisciplinary team, the resource, launched in October 2023, is used by Teachers of the Deaf (ToDs) and parents. However, its effectiveness has yet to be fully evaluated. Through two in-depth workshops with ToDs and parents, the project will gather feedback on how well the resource meets users’ needs and how it can be improved. The revised resource and guidance will be shared for free on the NDCS website and other platforms, benefiting deaf children across the UK.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n
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