Malarial mosquitoes suppressed in experiments that mimic natural environments
Researchers have shown ‘gene drive’ technology, which spreads a genetic modification blocking female reproduction, works in natural-like settings.
COVID-19 antibodies persist at least nine months after infection
Testing of an entire Italian town shows antibody levels remain high nine months after SARS-CoV-2 infection, whether symptomatic or asymptomatic.
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Long COVID: Unpicking the lasting impact of COVID-19
Poorly defined and understood, the far-reaching impact of long COVID is emerging as the next battleground of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Interdisciplinarity will help 'prepare for future pandemics'
Governments, scientists and universities need to prepare now for unknown infectious disease threats, argue Professors Jake Baum and Charles Bangham.
Magnitude of third wave highly uncertain, suggests new analysis
Increasing social mixing gradually rather than abruptly would delay the peak and reduce the size of the third wave of COVID-19 in England.
Self-amplifying RNA COVID-19 vaccine technology safe in humans, suggests study
Results from the first trial of a new COVID-19 vaccine technology show no short-term safety concerns.
Prostate cancer drugs hold potential for treating COVID-19
Drugs typically used to treat prostate cancer could be explored for treating patients with COVID-19, following encouraging new findings.
First major study of new HIV therapy opens to recruitment
The RIO clinical trial will test whether a new type of therapy can keep HIV under control without daily antiretroviral treatment (ART) tablets.
Outstanding Infectious Disease staff celebrated at 2021 President’s Awards
Infectious Disease staff were recognised for their exceptional contributions to the College in this year’s President’s Awards for Excellence.
From home-grown to international: New companies move into the Imperial Incubator
New residents at the Imperial Incubator have come from as far afield as Boston and as close to home as the South Kensington campus.
