Consultant Plastic & Reconstructive Surgeon, Associate Prof anatomy @ExeterMed. Lives in the moment but ageing fast. Foodie, Springsteen 🎼& hip-hop lover!
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Joined October 2014
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Prof Vikram Devaraj retweeted
Brilliant to see the arrival of this incredible #genetic sequencer - it can look at almost all of an individual’s genetic information in a single test within 24 hours. Will form an integral part of our dedicated joint NHS and university research facility. @NIHRresearch @ExeterBRC
With this pioneering sequencer we can deliver ground-breaking translational human genetic research, providing more diagnoses and improving clinical outcomes for NHS patients. Here’s the moment it arrived @illumina @SWGLH @ExeterBRC @ExeterMed @NHSgms @NIHRresearch @ExeterGenomes
Prof Vikram Devaraj retweeted
Important news if you're a cow
Scientists believe that the function of zebras' stripes are to deter insects, so a team of researchers painted black and white stripes on cows. They found that it reduced the number of biting flies landing on the cows by more than 50% [full paper: buff.ly/2Iwp6nj]
Prof Vikram Devaraj retweeted
Students don't need a perfect teacher. Students need a happy teacher, who's gonna make them excited to come to school and grow a love for learning.
Prof Vikram Devaraj retweeted
Big news! Our systematic review and meta-analysis of the age stratified IFR of COVID-19 with @BillHanage, Andy Levin, and others has now been published in the European Journal of Epidemiology
link.springer.com/article/10…
Prof Vikram Devaraj retweeted
For many, the university experience has changed because of #coronavirus.
Students responding to our survey had lower levels of life satisfaction, life worthwhile and happiness than the general population. They also reported higher levels of anxiety ow.ly/GEvE50CQNr1
ALT Chart title: Personal well-being measures scoring "very high" have decreased over time for students and are lower than the general population aged 20 to 24 years
Prof Vikram Devaraj retweeted
"Lockdown has built feelings of anxiety and stress in many students who now fear for their future."
Our bloggers share why they believe young people will need more mental health support as we emerge from lockdown.
ow.ly/WO8d50ADLhj
Prof Vikram Devaraj retweeted
"The pandemic is a tragedy but it is also a reminder that we depend on the resilience and commitment of our fellow healthcare professionals. We need to show them that they can depend on us too." #BMJOpinion @the_mdu ow.ly/ZFub50A55yY
Prof Vikram Devaraj retweeted
BREAKING‼️
Applications for ASiT Medical Student Representative are now open!!
Visit our website for details about the role and how to apply below! Also have a watch of our video below from our outgoing medical student rep @dmbaker13
🔗bit.ly/3cQ4kMq
Prof Vikram Devaraj retweeted
I’ve always loved joining commencements––the culmination of years of hard work and sacrifice. Even if we can’t get together in person this year, Michelle and I are excited to celebrate the nationwide Class of 2020 and recognize this milestone with you and your loved ones.
Prof Vikram Devaraj retweeted
Alan Percy just blew my mind. Student suicides FIVE TIMES more likely to be reported in the media than non-student suicides. ONS data proves they are less common in HE, but the headlines imply we’re failing. #mentalhealthinhe
Prof Vikram Devaraj retweeted
Big round of applause to all our entrants. Thank you to @Medtronic for sponsoring the #surgicalskillscomp @RCSEd
Prof Vikram Devaraj retweeted
Thank you @ExeterChiefs for helping to spread some festive cheer in #specialistservices today @MaternityRde #bramble #cherrybrook
Prof Vikram Devaraj retweeted
.@BSSHand Grey Giddins reflects on the vital and varied role of hand specialists via @HCLeaderNews bit.ly/2PSnWHO
Prof Vikram Devaraj retweeted
We would like to introduce you to our amazing Exeter Surgical Society Committee this year! We are honoured to have the support of our great patron, Mr. @vikram_devaraj. To find out more about our committee this year please visit: exetersurgsoc.co.uk/exess-co…
Prof Vikram Devaraj retweeted
Silencing #Stress. Blocking key protein prevents impact of stress on neurons and alters fear response in mice. hms.harvard.edu/news/silenci…
Prof Vikram Devaraj retweeted
“I want all educational leaders to look closely at this report and consider how they can improve their own provision through the effective use of technology”- Universities Minister @SamGyimah in @Jisc’s report on students’ digital experience in further and higher education.
…one in which digital technology is fully integrated and offers opportunities for all learners to develop the skills they need to thrive in today’s ever-changing world of work #DigitalStudent ji.sc/2CIOWUG