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Lab-grown human heart cells could mean fewer animals used in research
Scientists at Imperial College London are aiming to cut the need to use animals in research by improving methods for growing heart cells in the lab.
Caesarean babies are more likely to become overweight as adults
Babies born by caesarean section are more likely to be overweight or obese as adults, according to a new analysis.
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Iron deficiency may increase stroke risk through sticky blood
Scientists at Imperial College London have discovered that iron deficiency may increase stroke risk by making the blood more sticky.
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Passive smoking impairs children's responses to asthma treatment
Children exposed to cigarette smoke at home have lower levels of an enzyme that helps them respond to asthma treatment, a study has found.
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Health professionals urge MPs to ban smoking in cars with children
Over 700 respiratory healthcare professionals are today urging MPs to legislate against smoking in cars with children.
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New drug treatment reduces chronic pain following shingles
A new drug treatment has been found to be effective against chronic pain in patients who have had shingles.
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Clearer labels needed on drugs containing animal products
Patients with specific dietary restrictions may be unwittingly taking medicines containing animal products, warn researchers.
Viruses teach scientists new ways to cripple bacteria
Imperial scientists have discovered a tool used by viruses to stop bacteria from making proteins.
David Nutt elected president of the European Brain Council
David Nutt, the Edmond J. Safra Chair of Neuropsychopharmacology at Imperial College London, has been elected president of the European Brain Council.
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Fungus "micropredators" protect amphibians from deadly disease
Waterborne microorganisms could help to save frogs and toads from a skin-eating fungus that threatens amphibians around the world.
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