GOING VIRAL
Viral outbreaks could be predicted two years in advance by mathematical model
Scientists have identified the cause of outbreaks of enterovirus, one of the most prevalent types of virus in the world.
Stories written by Kate Wighton
News in brief
Engineering excellence and startup success: News from the College
Here’s a batch of fresh news and announcements from across Imperial.
EAT YOUR GREENS
Broccoli, cabbage and kale may protect against colon cancer
Chemicals produced by vegetables such as kale, cabbage and broccoli could help to maintain a healthy gut and prevent colon cancer.
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CANCER CLUES
Ovarian cancer genetics unravelled
Patterns of genetic mutation in ovarian cancer are helping make sense of the disease, and could be used to personalise treatment in future.
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Cancer predictions
Blood test could detect kidney cancer up to five years earlier
Scientists have discovered that a marker in the blood could help predict the risk that a person will develop kidney cancer.
HEART OF THE MATTER
Heart disease and cancer kill more people in developing nations
Diseases such as cancer, heart disease and stroke are deadlier in the developing world than in rich nations.
HIV CLUES
Trial of ‘kick and kill’ approach to HIV cure leaves puzzles to be solved
Researchers have reported the results of the first randomised clinical trial to test a novel strategy.
YIN YANG CANCER CLUE
Breast cancer fuelled by mysterious Yin Yang protein
Scientists have unveiled clues about a mysterious molecule called Yin Yang1 - and revealed it may fuel tumour growth in breast cancer.
LOOK WHO'S TALKING
Bacteria ‘translator’ allows bugs to talk to each other for first time
Scientists have designed a type of translator that allows different types of bacteria to ‘talk’ to each other.
TOXIC ALLERGIES
Allergic responses linked to skin cancer protection and 'Toxin Hypothesis'
The components of the immune system that trigger allergic reactions may also help protect the skin against cancer, suggest new findings.
