News in brief
Boosted economy and decentralised science: News from the College
Here’s a batch of fresh news and announcements from across Imperial.
Stories written by Helen Johnson
Science and culture talks
Relaunch of NHLI’s science and culture series announced
The NHLI’s fortnightly Friday webinars for staff and students to share their research and topics relevant to our community restart on 8 October.
Cardiac genes unearthed
Genetic discovery could identify people at risk from cardiac arrest
New research has unearthed genetic differences that increase a person’s risk of heart problems and sudden cardiac arrest.
News in brief
Going green and healthy competition: News from the College
Here’s a batch of fresh news and announcements from across Imperial.
Collaboration city
NHLI moves into Sir Michael Uren Hub at White City
The new Uren Hub on the White City campus provides an excellent opportunity for new collaborations for the NHLI.
News in brief
Tricky turbulence and lung cancer links: News from the College
Here’s a batch of fresh news and announcements from across Imperial.
Shock to the heart
Footballer cardiac arrest sparks renewed calls for defibrillators at grounds
Campaigners have renewed calls for more defibrillators to be made available following the cardiac arrest of a footballer during Euro 2020.
BHF funding
Could the use of hourglass stents improve blood flow and reduce angina?
Dr Ranil De Silva awarded BHF funding to investigate if hourglass stents could be used to help patients who suffer from chest pain.
AMS Award for Allsopp
Dr Luke Allsopp awarded Academy of Medical Sciences Springboard Award
Dr Luke Allsopp has been named as one of the winners of the Academy of Medical Sciences Springboard Awards 2021.
Reduce COVID-19 deaths
National drug trial to prevent deaths after COVID-19 patients leave hospital
UK-wide study launching to reduce the number of people who die in the months following a stay in hospital with COVID-19.
