Clinical outcomes of untreated chronic hepatitis B patients in The Gambia
A new study analysed the clinical outcomes of ineligible and untreated adults with chronic HBV infection enrolled in the PROLIFICA cohort study.
Stent surgery and quantum entanglement: News from Imperial
Here’s a batch of fresh news and announcements from across Imperial.
New funding to crack the “sugar code” in the amphibian skin microbiome
£1.1 million fund awarded to crack the glycan (sugar chain) code that shapes the amphibian skin microbiome and susceptibility to a deadly fungus.
New funding to explore how microRNAs affect insulin-producing beta cells
Type 1 Diabetes Grand Challenge has announced funding for a cutting-edge research project which could bring us closer to a cure for type 1 diabetes.
Meet the new Head of the Department of Metabolism, Digestion and Reproduction
Professor Phil Bennett recently started his new role as Acting Head of the Department of Metabolism, Digestion and Reproduction.
X-ray scattering breakthrough finds new targets for antibiotic drug development
A new high-precision X-ray scattering technique shows location & identity of metal ions in bacteria that are crucial for antibiotics to work optimally
MDR academics successful in the latest round of academic promotions
The Department of Metabolism, Digestion & Reproduction is proud to have eight of its staff recognised in the latest round of Academic Promotions.
New study questions effectiveness of novel ingredient for preventing weight gain
A new trial questions the effectiveness of inulin-propionate ester (IPE), a novel food ingredient, in preventing weight gain among younger adults.
Artificial sugars to enhance disease diagnosis and treatment accuracy
Scientists have found a way to create artificial sugars that could lead to better ways to diagnose and treat diseases more accurately.
Trial into ventilation strategies receives £2.1 million funding from NIHR
A new Imperial led trial will explore better treatment strategies for patients with acute respiratory distress syndrome.
