News in brief
Going green and healthy competition: News from the College
Here’s a batch of fresh news and announcements from across Imperial.
Stories written by Helen Johnson
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.
Professor Burney retires
Professor Peter Burney takes Emeritus status following 40 year career
Professor Peter Burney takes Emeritus status from 30 March 2021 after a long and distinguished career of more than 40 years.
Inhaler COVID-19 benefit
Inhaled steroids may reduce risk of death from COVID-19 in asthma patients
Study shows severe asthma is associated with an increased risk of death from COVID-19, but inhaled steroids may reduce mortality.
News in brief
Air pollution threats and women of the future: News from the College
Here’s a batch of fresh news and announcements from across Imperial.
