Thousands of cardiac ‘digital twins’ offer new insights into the heart
Researchers have created over 3,800 anatomically accurate digital hearts to investigate how age, sex, and lifestyle factors influence heart disease.
Asthma attacks more common for some women taking the progesterone-only pill
A major study of around 260,000 women shows that taking the progesterone-only contraceptive pill can increase asthma attacks in some women.
Dr Alicia D’Souza secures £1.7M grant to explore gene therapy for heart diseases
Dr. Alicia D’Souza’s NHLI team has received £1.7M to explore gene therapy for treating heart electrical wiring issues in a innovative study.
Hypertension during pregnancy linked with dilated cardiomyopathy risk
New research shows a significant association between hypertensive disorders in pregnancy and an increased risk of developing dilated cardiomyopathy.
New Lancet Commission calls for rethink on coronary artery disease
A new Lancet Commission proposes reframing coronary artery disease as a lifelong condition, prioritising early detection, prevention and treatment.
AI diagnosis, Global MBA success and Royal honour for Rein: News from Imperial
Here’s a batch of fresh news and announcements from across Imperial.
New genetic tests could predict future risk for deadly heart conditions
Doctors could soon begin offering patients and families personalised advice on their risk of developing a potentially deadly heart muscle condition.
CardioPulse Rising Stars: Dr Sean Zheng
Dr Sean Zheng, Clinical Lecturer in Cardiology, is featured in the latest edition of CardioPulse – the European Heart Journal’s mini-series.
Novel peanut allergy vaccine shows promise to transform allergy care
Phase 1 trials for a new peanut allergy vaccine show promising results, offering potential long-term relief from allergic reactions.
Bacterial survival, top marks for maths and a mystery solved: News from Imperial
From the crossbow-like tactics used by bacteria, to top marks for homework and a research mystery solved, here is some quick-read news from Imperial.
