News in brief
Wheelchair fencing and epilepsy medication: News from the College
Here’s a batch of fresh news and announcements from across Imperial.
Stories written by Genevieve Timmins
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RESEARCH REFLECTIONS
HIV, HTLV, COVID—Prof Graham Taylor on 30 years in clinical research at Imperial
30 years on from his arrival at St Mary's Hospital, virologist Professor Graham Taylor reflects on leading vital clinical research at Imperial.
REGENERATIVE BOOST
Epigenetic treatment in mice improves spinal cord regeneration after injury
New Imperial-led research shows that weekly epigenetic treatment in mice can support spinal cord regeneration after severe injury.
News in brief
Hydrogen fuel breakthrough prize and barcoding parasites: News from the College
Here’s a batch of fresh news and announcements from across Imperial.
PARASITE BIOSENSORS
Parasite-detecting DNA biosensors offer new tool to tackle schistosomiasis
Researchers have developed new DNA biosensors capable of rapidly detecting and differentiating between parasites that cause schistosomiasis.
Celebrating staff
Exceptional Infectious Disease staff celebrated at 2022 College awards ceremony
Members of the Department of Infectious Disease have been recognised for their outstanding contributions to the College.
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Salmonella study
How can a human challenge study help tackle the global impact of Salmonella?
Dr Malick Gibani explains how a human challenge study for non-typhoidal Salmonella can support vaccine development and protect vulnerable populations.
DIGITAL DIAGNOSTICS
£3m NIHR funding boost for digital diagnostics in African healthcare systems
A new £3m NIHR award will see Imperial and 13 institutions collaborate to research and develop digital diagnostics for African healthcare systems.
DEMENTIA CARE
New dementia research centre to pioneer transformative tech for at-home care
A groundbreaking centre for research into the use of technology to improve dementia care was officially opened today at Imperial's White City Campus.
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HEPATITIS OUTBREAK
Hepatitis outbreak in children: What do we know so far?
Scientists and healthcare professionals around the world are continuing to investigate a sudden increase in hepatitis cases in children.
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