Prior SARS-CoV-2 infection boosts response to variants after first vaccine dose
A single dose of vaccine boosts protection against SARS-CoV-2 coronavirus variants, but only in those with previous COVID-19, a study has found.
Neonatal Data Analysis Unit joins UK research alliance
Imperial’s Neonatal Data Analysis Unit has joined the UK Health Data Research Alliance to help establish best practice for the use of data.
More evidence needed to back cannabis as pain treatment, says review
An international review has found a lack of scientific evidence to support the use of cannabis in treating pain.
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COVID-19 vaccine hesitancy could lead to thousands of extra deaths
Hesitancy around COVID-19 vaccines could lead to thousands of extra deaths over a two-year period, Imperial epidemiologists show.
‘Ticket and test’ scheme could help crowds return safely to live events
Researchers have proposed a model to support the safe return of crowds to live events, while reducing the risk of COVID-19 transmission.
Austerity policies linked to increased foodbank use and food insecurity
Evidence suggests a link between UK austerity policies and increased foodbank use and lower ability to afford food.
Improving child health and development through tobacco control
A new thematic brief sets out the role of tobacco control in child health.
‘Magical’ fire suppressant kills zombie fires 40% faster than water alone
New Imperial research shows a fire suppressant, when combined with water, cuts the amount of time and water needed to extinguish peat fires by 40%.
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UK must invest to keep up with RNA vaccine revolution – Robin Shattock
Professor Robin Shattock says the UK needs to invest more in RNA vaccine technology to better prepare us for future pandemics.
Lifting Covid restrictions in the US will diminish impact of lockdowns on cases
Lifting measures to control COVID-19 in the US will likely reduce the impact of previous lockdowns on the number of infections in the long term.
