Brain injury computer models map brain blood vessels in highest resolution yet
Imperial researchers have created a traumatic brain injury (TBI) computer model that maps blood vessels in a rat brain in the highest resolution yet.
A Novel Subcutaneously Implanted Device for Cardiovascular Assessment
Hamlyn researchers proposed a novel implanted device for cardiovascular assessment (this work was selected as the latest AIS inside back cover story).
Metal-based molecules show promise against the build-up of Alzheimer’s peptides
In lab tests, Imperial researchers have created a metal-based molecule that inhibits the build-up of a peptide associated with Alzheimer’s disease.
‘Mosquito smoothie’ innovation boosts future malaria vaccine potential
A faster method for collecting pure malaria parasites from infected mosquitos could accelerate the development of new, more potent malaria vaccines.
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Atlas of malaria parasite gene activity provides targets for drugs and vaccines
Researchers have mapped in fine detail the genetic changes malaria parasites go through as they prepare to infect people.
Researchers have devised a new sampling method for the elusive hazel dormouse
Researchers at Imperial have been developing a novel method of detecting the presence of an elusive species, the hazel dormouse.
Major fly pest genetically modified in the lab to produce more males
Mediterranean fruit flies, an agricultural pest, have been modified in a lab experiment so more males are born than females, reducing their numbers.
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Islands give rise to evolutionary giants and dwarfs
Animals living on islands tend to evolve into either giants or dwarfs in relation to their continental ancestors, reveals a new study.
Simple genetic modification aims to stop mosquitoes spreading malaria
Altering a mosquito’s gut genes to make them spread antimalarial genes to the next generation of their species shows promise for curbing malaria.
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Animals immortalised in 3D by affordable scanner technology
A new 3D scanner, which photographs small animal specimens in meticulous detail, is also being used to teach computers how to spot and track critters.
