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A new approach to the fight against disease

Dr Chris Serpell explains his work on phosteins and their potential role in treatments for cancer

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Professor Nigel Mason, new Head of School

I’m inspired by the continuing search for scientific knowledge and work that brings people with different backgrounds and cultures together.