Going Underground
Largest study explores impact of dust on Tube staff
Researchers have carried out the largest study to date on the potential health impacts from
airborne dust on the London Underground.
Largest study explores impact of dust on Tube staff
Researchers have carried out the largest study to date on the potential health impacts from
airborne dust on the London Underground.
Global human challenge consortium to push for next generation of vaccines
An international group of researchers specialising in human challenge studies is embarking on a project to develop advanced virus-blocking vaccines.
Imperial opens major new building for School of Public Health
A significant new research facility, driving advances in health policy and preventing and treating disease, has officially opened today.
More than one billion people now living with obesity, global analysis suggests
New analysis led by Imperial’s School of Public Health shows obesity rates have increased dramatically over the last three decades.
COVID-19 may have small but lasting effects on cognition and memory
COVID-19 may have an impact on people’s cognitive and memory abilities that lasts a year or more after infection.
Bacteria evolution and rent-free scholarships: News from Imperial
Here’s a batch of fresh news and announcements from across Imperial.
Psychedelic experiences linked with improved sexual function
Magic mushrooms, LSD and other psychoactive compounds may help to improve sexual function for months after the psychedelic experience.
First UK patients receive experimental mRNA therapy for cancer
Cancer patients in the UK are receiving a new therapeutic to help their bodies recognise and fight cancer cells as part of a global trial.
Blood pressure variability is a major predictor of heart attack and stroke risk
Changes to blood pressure over time could be used to identify patients at greatest risk of heart attack and stroke.
Royal opening for new MRC Laboratory of Medical Sciences building
The MRC Laboratory of Medical Sciences has celebrated the opening of its new building at Hammersmith Campus with a visit from The Princess Royal.