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Your cancer is not my cancer: is personalised medicine the future?

Your cancer is not my cancer: is personalised medicine the future?

Posted on 24 May 2017 by Susie Bailey

Dr Robert Jones is the clinical lead for early phase trials at Velindre Cancer Centre in Cardiff. He and his team are bringing the latest treatments to patients, and offering a new line of hope to many people with cancer.

What do you remember from first arriving at university as a student?

What do you remember from first arriving at university as a student?

Posted on 24 May 2017 by Susie Bailey

That is the question posed by Professor Chris Tweed (PhD 1989), Head of Cardiff’s Welsh School of Architecture, in his exploration of the buildings that “provide the backdrop for lives at a critical juncture in their development”.

New spaces create new opportunities Professor Chris Tweed (PhD 1989)

New spaces create new opportunities Professor Chris Tweed (PhD 1989)

Posted on 5 May 2017 by Susie Bailey

Head of Cardiff's Welsh School of Architecture and Chair in Sustainable Design Professor Chris tweed (PhD 1989) writes about the new physical spaces that "will change the face of the University and city for generations."

Examined Life – Dr Alan Lewis (PhD 1971)

Examined Life – Dr Alan Lewis (PhD 1971)

Posted on 4 May 2017 by Susie Bailey

Dr Alan Lewis (PhD 1971) is CEO of DiaVacs, a company developing products to reverse the onset of autoimmune diseases.

Examined Life – Heather Knight (BSc 2012)

Examined Life – Heather Knight (BSc 2012)

Posted on 4 May 2017 by Susie Bailey

Heather Knight (BSc 2012) is captain of the England cricket team.

Examined Life – Eric Tan (BSc 2003)

Examined Life – Eric Tan (BSc 2003)

Posted on 4 May 2017 by Susie Bailey

Eric Tan (BSc 2003) is founder of Fifth Journey, a Hollywood-backed gaming company bringing the movies to mobile devices.

Professor Richard Sambrook – Fake news

Professor Richard Sambrook – Fake news

Posted on 3 May 2017 by Susie Bailey

Deputy Head of Cardiff’s School of Journalism, Media and Cultural Studies and Director of Centre for Journalism Professor Richard Sambrook explores the reality of fake news and the importance of good journalism today.

Inside the beautiful game – Matt Jones (BSC 2010)

Inside the beautiful game – Matt Jones (BSC 2010)

Posted on 3 May 2017 by Susie Bailey

Matt Jones (BSc 2010) a Business Analyst at UEFA (the governing body of European football) and a staunch Wales fan, Matt comments on the emergence and respect for Welsh football in the global sporting landscape.

Inside the beautiful game – James Woodroof (BA 2006)

Inside the beautiful game – James Woodroof (BA 2006)

Posted on 3 May 2017 by Susie Bailey

James Woodroof (BA 2006), Head of Content at Crystal Palace Football Club, comments on the challenges presented working behind the scenes at a Premier League club.

Inside the beautiful game – Elliot Thomas (BA 2012)

Inside the beautiful game – Elliot Thomas (BA 2012)

Posted on 3 May 2017 by Susie Bailey

Elliot Thomas (BA 2012) is Wales’ highest capped futsal player. Here he shares his experiences of becoming a Home Nations champion, and playing against Europe’s elite.

Inside the beautiful game – Lauren Davies (BA 2015)

Inside the beautiful game – Lauren Davies (BA 2015)

Posted on 3 May 2017 by Alex Norton

Lauren Davies (BA 2015), Media and Marketing Assistant for the Champions’ League at the Football Association of Wales (FAW) shares her experiences of accompanying Wales at EURO 2016.

Laurie Perdikis (BSc 2014)

Laurie Perdikis (BSc 2014)

Posted on 2 May 2017 by Laura Stephenson

After graduating with his BSc in Geography (Human) and Planning, Laurie Perdikis (BSc 2014) went on to complete a Master's in the Political Economy of Europe. Here he shares his reasons for choosing Cardiff University for his undergraduate degree.

Emma Thorpe (BSc 2014)

Emma Thorpe (BSc 2014)

Posted on 2 May 2017 by Laura Stephenson

After graduating from the School of Geography and Planning, Emma Thorpe (BSc 2014) secured a graduate role at Jones Lang LaSalle.

Rosie Johns (BA 2014)

Rosie Johns (BA 2014)

Posted on 2 May 2017 by Laura Stephenson

Rosie Johns (BA 2014) graduated with a First in English Literature. Since leaving, she has her foot firmly placed on the career ladder in the publishing industry.

Salina (BA 2012)

Salina (BA 2012)

Posted on 1 May 2017 by Laura Stephenson

Salina graduated from the School of English, Communication and Philosophy with a BA in English Language. She now puts her language skills to use as a studio manager.

Growing the knowledge economy

Growing the knowledge economy

Posted on 28 April 2017 by Susie Bailey

Outstanding PhD student researchers from Cardiff’s Doctoral Academy came together with Cardiff University alumni in London for Growing the Knowledge Economy – A showcase of the ‘rising stars of research’ at Cardiff University.

TEDx talks to Cardiff

TEDx talks to Cardiff

Posted on 28 April 2017 by Alex Norton

The popular TEDx series returned to Cardiff, with a line-up including alumni Dr Mark Taubert (PgDip 2007, MSc 2010) and Dr Pete Burnap (PhD 2010)

Tom Watson (BSc 2010, MSc 2012)

Tom Watson (BSc 2010, MSc 2012)

Posted on 26 April 2017 by Laura Stephenson

After completing both his undergraduate and postgraduate degrees at the School of Geography and Planning, Tom Watson (BSc 2010, MSc 2012) isn't ruling out the prospect of a PhD.

Jody Tozer (BA 2010)

Jody Tozer (BA 2010)

Posted on 25 April 2017 by Susie Bailey

Jody Tozer (BA 2010) is company director at Bulldozer Film, an independent film company specialising in music videos, short films, documentaries, and television content.

Martin Lewis (PgDip 1998)

Martin Lewis (PgDip 1998)

Posted on 24 April 2017 by Susie Bailey

Money Saving Expert Martin Lewis OBE (PgDip 1998) did a postgrad diploma in broadcast journalism at JOMEC in 1997-8. In 2003 he set up MoneySavingExpert.com for £100. It soon became - and continues to be - the UK’s biggest consumer help website, with more than 14m monthly users.