New study explores unique approach to treat a rare liver disease
New research into using a novel approach to alter gut bacteria to treat a rare disease where the body attacks its own liver has been given funding.
World Cancer Day 2022
To coincide with World Cancer Day, we look back at how Imperial College London has been leading the fight against cancer in the past year.
COVID-19 vaccine-induced antibody responses are impaired by some IBD treatments
New research led by Imperial shows COVID-19 vaccine-induced antibody responses are impaired in some patients with Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD).
COVID vaccination impact on menstrual cycle appears to be small and short lived
New studies show changes to the menstrual cycle do occur following vaccination, but they are small compared with natural variation and quickly reverse
Urinary metabolic signatures predict diet quality & metabolic health in children
New evidence supports public health efforts to recommend following a Mediterranean diet and limiting the consumption of processed foods in childhood.
New Link Between Malaria Genetics and Sickle Haemoglobin Identified
Some malaria parasites have genetic variants that allow them to infect those with sickle haemoglobin, which had been thought to give protection.
Interaction between gut bacteria and drugs can influence cardiovascular disease
Not only can cardiovascular conditions affect life in the intestines, but the opposite is also true.
Imperial College Medical Student Wins Prestigious National Research Award
A final year Medical School student has gained a top prize in the Dr Falk - Pharma/Guts UK charity national awards, 2021.
IRDB awarded funds to investigate origins of preterm labour and birth
The IRDB has received Borne Foundation funding to understand the biological events driving the transition from pregnancy to established labour.
Changing impact of COVID-19 on cancer patients and recovery
Two new papers from Imperial researchers have highlighted how the impact of COVID-19 on cancer patients has changed through the pandemic.
