Strep strike back
Global research network to combat deadly Strep A infections
Imperial and US scientists are spearheading a multi-institution network to research bacterial cause of sepsis and heart damage in children.
Global research network to combat deadly Strep A infections
Imperial and US scientists are spearheading a multi-institution network to research bacterial cause of sepsis and heart damage in children.
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 test could reveal cause of brain injury in newborn babies
Researchers from Imperial College London have shown that a blood test can pinpoint the underlying cause of brain injury in newborns.
New heart treatment helps the body grow a replacement valve
Replacement heart valves that grow inside the body are a step closer to reality following studies led by researchers at Imperial.
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.
Digistain gains clinical data to support rapid breast cancer assessment method
Digistain, a company with its roots at Imperial, has proven the worth of its breast cancer assessment method in a significant clinical trial.
Imperial research breakthrough could spare brain cancer patients risky surgery
A simple blood test could help diagnose patients with the deadliest form of brain cancer, sparing them from undergoing invasive, highly-risky surgery.
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.
Soaring childhood obesity from pandemic could cost UK billions
A major spike in child obesity levels during the pandemic could cost the UK over £8 billion, according to a study involving Imperial researchers.