27/04/2020
Middlesex University: Covid-19 Response & News
Middlesex University uses laser cutters and plastic sheets to make protective equipment for the NHS
At Middlesex University study and students have been replaced by the production of personal protective equipment for the NHS. At the campus in Hendon four laser cutters have been working flat out making straps for visors. In a separate area upstairs, teams attach them to plastic sheets. More…
MDX volunteers make 10,000 visors in a week to protect NHS workers tackling Covid-19
Call to other institutions to fire up their laser cutters: “If anyone has the capability to do it, we’re very happy to help them”. More…
MDX relationship expert on how couples can avoid conflict during Coronavirus lockdown
A Middlesex University academic expert on relationships has offered couples stuck at home during the Coronavirus pandemic five tips on how they can avoid arguments.
During the Covid-19 lockdown couples should focus on good communication, negotiating their space and avoid spending too much time on social media to keep from getting into conflict with their other half. More…
Parents can ‘reduce stress levels by playing with their children during lockdown’
A fascinating new report by a Middlesex University academic has found parents in self-isolation during the Covid-19 crisis can reduce stress levels by playing with their children. More…
MDX-led research team working on a rapid test to detect Covid-19
A research team at Middlesex University led by Professor Richard Bayford, Professor of Biophysics and Engineering, together with academic and industry collaborators are working on the development of a rapid detection test for Covid-19 that could give results within minutes and would be as intuitive as a home pregnancy test. More…
MDX signs up to C-19 Business Pledge to help international effort to tackle the pandemic
MDX has joined other universities and major employers in signing the C-19 Business Pledge, which is helping mobilise efforts around the coronavirus outbreak. More…