Major bronchiolitis trial launches to find the best breathing support for babies
A new national trial will aim to determine the most effective breathing support for babies hospitalised with bronchiolitis.
Health of young people with ulcerative colitis at risk due to ceasing medication
Nearly 70 per cent of adolescents and young adults with ulcerative colitis stop taking medication to treat the disease within a year of diagnosis.
Ovarian cancer study identifies key genes for potential treatments
New research is increasing our understanding about why some women with the most lethal form of ovarian cancer respond better to treatment than others.
New collaboration to support more radiographers into research
Imperial College Academic Health Science Centre (AHSC) has been selected to set up an incubator to encourage more radiographers into research.
National award to increase research in children’s intensive care
Imperial College London has been awarded funding to set up an incubator to further develop research in Paediatric Critical Care.
Roaming portrait exhibition celebrates staff and patients in healthcare research
Imperial College Academic Health Science has launched a roving photography-led exhibition of patients and researchers involved in healthcare research.
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Kisspeptin hormone injection could treat low sex drive in women and men
The hormone kisspeptin could be used to treat women and men distressed by their low sexual desire, according to two new studies.
COVID-19 treatments have long-term benefits for patients
Drugs used to treat critically ill COVID-19 patients in hospital have long-term benefits, according to new research.
New machine learning tool can help predict patients most at risk of COVID-19
Researchers have created a machine learning tool that can help identify patients who are most at risk of developing COVID-19 while in hospital.
