UK researchers to explore human challenge studies for COVID-19
Researchers are set to explore a human challenge study with the virus that causes COVID-19, the first such study anywhere in the world.
Bacteria-fighting cells in the airways boost infection risk from viruses
Having more bacteria-fighting immune cells in the nose and throat may explain why some people are more likely to be infected by respiratory viruses.
Cancer-causing HTLV-1 virus hijacks cellular machinery to establish infection
Scientists have used a cutting-edge visualisation technique to show how the human T-cell lymphotropic virus, type 1 (HTLV-1) infects immune cells.
Mysterious molecular phenomenon could boost precision of targeted drug delivery
Scientists have shown how a type of cellular binding could help pave the way for highly targeted therapies against diseases like cancer.
Faulty genes and misguided antibodies underlie life-threatening COVID-19
New research has shed light on why some people develop a more severe form of COVID-19 than others.
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“It’s been devastating”: How COVID-19 is impacting Alzheimer’s research and care
Alzheimer’s researcher Dr Ashwin Venkataraman shares first-hand insights into how the COVID-19 pandemic has affected patients and ongoing research.
Potential therapeutic targets for cancer-causing virus uncovered by new research
Scientists have discovered key factors that control the genome maintenance and replication of a virus responsible for a rare form of cancer.
Studying coronavirus transmission in children could help cut COVID spread
Imperial researchers are set to begin a study exploring how the virus causing COVID-19 is transmitted by children.
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T cell immunity: What is it and how does it help to protect us from COVID-19?
Over the past few months, you’ll have heard a lot about the importance of antibodies and how they can help us to understand our immunity to COVID-19.
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Imperial White City Incubator companies pivot in response to COVID-19
Companies at Imperial’s startup incubator are adapting their technology and applying their skillsets to help the fight against the pandemic.
