Imperial partners with AstraZeneca to investigate drivers of respiratory disease
Imperial College London and AstraZeneca have announced a new research collaboration in the field of respiratory disease.
In pictures: Imperial Fringe took visitors on a walk through air
Hundreds of visitors took shelter from the cold to breathe in a festive evening and investigate the invisible gases that flow around us.
London air pollution cancels positive health effects of exercise in over-60s
Exposure to air pollution on city streets is enough to counter the beneficial health effects of exercise in older adults, according to new research.
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Bacterial population struggles can affect the potential of vaccines
Scientists have shown how vaccinating against a common cause of pneumonia leads to lethal strains of bacteria being replaced by less harmful strains.
Cancer drug could help patients with debilitating cardiovascular condition
UK and Canadian scientists have shown how patients with a rare cardiovascular condition could be treated with a drug normally used to treat cancer.
Biosensors detect harmful bugs in the lungs of cystic fibrosis patients
A team of Imperial researchers has developed a tool which 'lights up' when it detects the chemical signature of harmful bacteria in the lung.
Stem cells could offer hope for patients with lung damage from COPD and asthma
Early stage trials have shown promise for a cell-based therapy for treating lung tissue damaged by respiratory diseases.
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Respiratory experts urge rethink of 'outdated' asthma categorisation
A group of respiratory medicine experts have called for an overhaul of how asthma and other airways diseases are categorised and treated.
One in four EU workers exposed to second-hand smoke at work
More than one in four people who work indoors are being exposed to second-hand smoke at work, according to new research.
Respiratory expert receives prestigious grant to explore incurable lung disease
A leading expert in respiratory medicine at Imperial College has been awarded funding to help patients suffering from a devastating lung disease.
