UNIC neurologist contributes to new guideline on asymptomatic hyperCKaemia Professor of Neurology at UNIC Medical School, Theodoros Kyriakides, has co authored a new clinical guideline published in the European Journal of Neurology, the official journal of the European Academy of Neurology. The guideline provides structured, evidence based recommendations to support clinicians and researchers in [...]
UNIC study identifies key gene behind early embryonic cell development A study co-authored by Annita Achilleos, Assistant Professor of Developmental Biology and Developmental Genetics at the Medical School, was recently published in the peer-reviewed scientific journal Nature Communications. The study, titled ‘NR6A1 is essential for neural crest cell specification, formation and survival’ explores the [...]
New book on brain tumour diagnosis Dimitrios Kanakis, Professor of Pathology at the Medical School, is the editor of a new book by MDPI. Titled ‘Establishment of State-of-the-Art Methods/Techniques and Identification of Novel Biomarkers in Brain Tumour Diagnosis’, the book presents recent advancements and breakthroughs in brain tumour diagnosis. The volume comprises 14 scholarly [...]
UNIC review highlights promise of novel psychiatric drug zalsupindole A review led by Year 2 graduate entry medical student Miguel Salfiti, with the support of Dr George Mikellides, Clinical Associate Professor of Psychiatry at UNIC's Medical School and Dr Marios Kyriazis, Scientific Director of the National Gerontology Centre, was recently published in the peer-reviewed [...]
Study warns climate change fuels tick-borne threats to Mediterranean livestock A recent scientific review by Panagiotis Karanis, Professor of Anatomy at the UNIC Medical School, in collaboration with researchers from Greece and Turkey, highlights how climate change is creating compounded challenges for livestock systems in the Mediterranean. The study shows that climatic pressures [...]
UNIC team wins funding to combat waterborne and foodborne parasites The research initiative CLEAR (Cryptosporidium species and Giardia duodenalis in Cyprus' Leafy Greens and Water Resources) has recently secured funding under the Thalia 2021–2027 Social Cohesion Programme, which is co-funded by the European Union through the Research and Innovation Foundation. Led by Principal Investigator [...]
UNIC Health website launches The University recently launched the UNIC Health website, a comprehensive platform that brings together the Medical School, the School of Veterinary Medicine, the School of Life and Health Sciences, the UNIC Medical Centre, and our partner hospitals under a single digital umbrella. The new website reflects the University’s commitment to [...]
Professor Adonis Ioannides re-elected Dean of Medical School In November 2025, Professor Adonis Ioannides was re-elected unopposed as Dean of the UNIC Medical School, a position he has held since 2022. Professor Ioannides earned his MBChB with honours from the University of Manchester and subsequently received a PhD in Developmental Biology from University College [...]
A fond farewell to two academic leaders This past year, UNIC Health celebrated the retirement of two outstanding academics, Professor Peter McCrorie and Professor Peter Karayiannis. Their dedication and influence have left a lasting mark on our Medical and Veterinary Schools and the wider medical community. To honour their many contributions, both were [...]
Faculty research projects drive innovation forward UNIC Health faculty participates in a number of internally and externally funded projects, that help advance research and innovation: ONGOING RESEARCH PROJECTS ‘Enhancing Multiple Long-Term Conditions (MLTC) management for HIV populations through Implementation research, evidence-based interventions, and integration of NCD care in LMIC contexts with a focus on [...]
Faculty and students engage communities through healthcare initiatives UNIC Health organised numerous seminars, conferences, and educational initiatives throughout the year to support local and regional communities. With the support of the communities of Dhekelia (Xylofagou, Ormidia, Xylotymbou), the School organised a series of lectures, during the winter and spring months of 2025, on health [...]
UNIC Health students excel internationally Our students proudly represented the University in a number of international conferences, while they also had the opportunity to take part in placements and internships through the university’s partnerships and connections. COMPETITIONS A team of medical students – Abdullah Ayesh, Elyaa Saleh, Jessica AL-Rabadi and Yasmeen Yousef [...]
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Mobile clinic launches new academic year The Mobile Clinic kicked off the new academic year on a strong note, delivering a successful campaign in collaboration with the Municipality of Larnaka, the Pancyprian Refugee Association, and the Cyprus Ministry of Health. Between October and November 2025, the partners carried out four mobile clinic visits to [...]
Oxford/UNIC-led study develops breakthrough models to predict blood pressure medication side effects A study led by Constantinos Koshiaris, Assistant Professor of Medical Statistics at the Medical School and James P. Sheppard, Professor of Applied Health Data Science at the University of Oxford, has developed new models to predict serious side effects from antihypertensive medication. [...]
Medical School Faculty and Students publish meta-analysis on heart surgery risks A meta-analysis led by Clinical Assistant Professor George Bazoukis has found that patients with atrial fibrillation face a significantly higher risk of death when undergoing transcatheter aortic valve implantation (TAVI). The study features the research contributions of fourth-year graduate-entry MD students Leigh Cohen [...]
Study investigates effect of repetitive transcranial magnetic stimulation in dementia A recently published review led by George Mikellides, Clinical Associate Professor of Psychiatry at the Medical School, investigates how the method of Repetitive Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (rTMS) can contribute to improving cognitive function and quality of life in people with dementia. The review, which was [...]
As part of its ongoing commitment to promoting health literacy, the Medical School carried out a project in collaboration with GC School of Careers in Nicosia to raise awareness among adolescents on key public health topics. Initiated by Professor of Paediatric Epidemiology Zoi Dorothea Pana, the project aimed to enhance awareness on infection control, [...]
As part of its ongoing commitment to promoting health literacy, the Medical School carried out a project in collaboration with GC School of Careers in Nicosia to raise awareness among adolescents on key public health topics. Initiated by Professor of Paediatric Epidemiology Zoi Dorothea Pana, the project aimed to enhance awareness on infection control, [...]
As part of its ongoing commitment to promoting health literacy, the Medical School carried out a project in collaboration with GC School of Careers in Nicosia to raise awareness among adolescents on key public health topics. Initiated by Professor of Paediatric Epidemiology Zoi Dorothea Pana, the project aimed to enhance awareness on infection control, [...]
Scholarship for the PhD in Medical Sciences in the field of Medical Education for the PhD Research Project ‘PHD-2024-P5: Written versus oral peer-to-peer feedback during clinical communication skills in undergraduate medical education’ The PhD in Medical Sciences: The University of Nicosia Medical School offers the degree PhD in Medical Sciences. The degree is awarded to [...]
