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Better blood
World Haemophilia Day: Q&A with Professor Mike Laffan
April 17 marks World Haemophilia Day, which this year focuses on the importance of sharing knowledge.
Stories written by Genevieve Timmins
Sweet spot
Study sheds light on body's sticky "sugar forests" where viruses take hold
Researchers have pioneered a new method for pinpointing the sugar molecules in mucus where intestinal viruses "stick" to and infect cells.
Radical recovery
Oxygen free radicals essential for healing of damaged nerve cells
A new Imperial-led study suggests that oxygen free radicals play a vital role in healing spinal cord injuries.
Tuberculosis breakthrough
Newly-discovered TB blood signal provides early warning for at-risk patients
Tuberculosis can be detected in people with HIV infection via a unique blood signal before symptoms appear, according to a new study.
Star Student
Student scoops prestigious Salters' Institute Graduate Award
Earlier this month, Omolegho Udugbezi was awarded a Salters' Institute Graduate Award at a prestigious annual ceremony.
Particle power
Plastic microbeads: new study uses thermodynamics to create greener alternative
Imperial engineers have developed a new, simplified technique for creating an environmentally-friendly alternative to plastic microbeads.
Decarbonising buildings
New optimisation model reveals impact of low carbon tech in commercial buildings
Imperial researchers have developed a model to give stakeholders a better understanding of the trade-offs between new technologies before installation
Low-carbon Economy
New research consortium promises ground-breaking research into CO2 storage
Imperial will act as the UK lead partner for ELEGANCY, a new international research consortium focused on enabling a low-carbon economy.
Ambassadors for science
Scientists and diplomats unite to explore innovative approaches to policy-making
Imperial researchers hosted representatives from the Spanish Embassy in London as part of the 'Ambassadors for Science' pairing scheme.
IChemE Awards
Imperial engineering talent recognised with double IChemE Global Awards win
Members of the Department of Chemical Engineering were recognised with two key wins at the 2017 IChemE Global Awards last week.
