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Pirate viruses? 🏴‍☠️

@imperialcollegeldn.bsky.social scientists recently discovered how ‘pirate phages’ hijack other viruses to break into #bacteria – a finding that could help fight antibiotic-resistant infections.

www.imperial.ac.uk/news/268213/... | #WAAW2025 #AMR
‘Microbial piracy’ uncovers new way to fight drug-resistant infections | Imperial News | Imperial College London
Researchers have discovered how ‘pirate phages’ hijack other viruses to break into bacteria, sharing new genetic material for dangerous traits.
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November 18, 2025 at 1:10 PM
#DisabilityHistoryMonth reminds us that accessible workplaces aren't optional – they're essential ‼️

@imperialcollegeldn.bsky.social colleagues Ada, Catherine & Abigail reflect on navigating #academia with dyslexia, depression, and Type 1 diabetes.

Read more 👇 imperial.ac.uk/Stories/ukdh... #UKDHM
Disability History Month 2024
Stories from Imperial College London of flourishing at work with a disability
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November 17, 2025 at 10:52 AM
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We held a thank you event at Imperial College London's South Kensington campus to thank all of our colleagues who have supported the opening of the Pears Cumbria School of Medicine.
November 14, 2025 at 5:01 PM
From reducing #cardiovascular risks to shaping national prevention programmes, @imperialmdr.bsky.social's Prof Jonathan Valabhji has spent 30 years changing the landscape of #diabetes care.

This #WorldDiabetesDay, explore his journey and the challenges ahead.

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A deep dive into 30 years of progress and challenges - Imperial Medicine Blog
To mark World Diabetes Day, Professor Jonathan Valabhji OBE, from the Department of Metabolism, Digestion and Reproduction, reflects on his 30 years of experience in the field, in clinical practice, i...
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November 14, 2025 at 1:06 PM
Scientists from 15+ countries have joined forces to tackle #dengue and #Zika. 🌍

The new DeZi network, led by @imperialcollegeldn.bsky.social, will track how these viruses spread and cause disease, helping countries prepare for future outbreaks.

#GlobalHealth www.imperial.ac.uk/news/269973/...
International collaborative effort to understand dengue and Zika | Imperial News | Imperial College London
An international team launched the DeZi network to understand how the viruses spread, interact, and cause disease across Africa and Asia.
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November 13, 2025 at 12:38 PM
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Don't miss today's #FoNSMAD launch! ⬇️
All Imperial undergraduate students are invited to participate in the FoNS Make-A-Difference competition 2026!

Teams of students from all Faculties, will have the unique opportunity to showcase their creativity.

🗓️ Launch event 14.00, 12 November 🗓️

www.imperial.ac.uk/events/20148...
November 12, 2025 at 12:19 PM
At @imperialsandc.bsky.social, Kelly Gleason is championing research with – not on – patients.

Through #PPIE workshops, our medical students are learning the power of patient voices in shaping #surgical research. 💬

@imperialcollegeldn.bsky.social #PublicHealth www.imperial.ac.uk/news/271513/...
Students learn power of patient and public voices in surgical research | Imperial News | Imperial College London
Imperial medical students learn firsthand how patient and public involvement is reshaping the future of surgical research.
www.imperial.ac.uk
November 11, 2025 at 1:27 PM
Stronger together 🇬🇧🤝🇫🇷

@imperialcollegeldn.bsky.social was pleased to welcome a delegation from @inserm.fr, France’s National Institute of #Health and Medical Research, to discuss collaborative projects on childhood infections and developmental biology.

www.imperial.ac.uk/news/271253/...
Imperial welcomes delegation from France’s Inserm | Imperial News | Imperial College London
Collaborative research projects targeting childhood infections and developmental biology were the focus of the visit.
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November 10, 2025 at 11:50 AM
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Every year, ~120 people donate their brain and spinal cord tissue to advance #MS & #Parkinson's research. We spoke with Rory Türkmen Smith, Tissue Bank Engagement Manager, about facilitating these precious donations.

🧠 Read more: bit.ly/43ZdR0f

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November 7, 2025 at 1:27 PM
Study of 7M+ UK children finds Pfiser’s #COVID vaccine briefly raises heart inflammation risk – but infection poses a far greater, lasting danger.

Prof @peteropenshaw.bsky.social contextualises: “It confirms the association… but puts this risk in perspective.” 👇 www.telegraph.co.uk/news/2025/11...
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November 7, 2025 at 2:41 PM
Congratulations to @imperialsandc.bsky.social's Prof Padmanabhan Ramnarayan on his prestigious
@nihr.bsky.social Research Professorship 🎉

He'll lead research to personalise breathing support for critically ill children – transforming care across
the NHS + beyond.

imperial.ac.uk/news/270633/...
Prestigious NIHR Research Professorship for Imperial child health expert | Imperial News | Imperial College London
A leading expert in paediatric critical care has been awarded an NIHR Professorship to advance innovation and improve outcomes for children’s health.
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November 4, 2025 at 10:46 AM
Could a simple breath test change how #PancreaticCancer is diagnosed? 🌬️

Professor George Hanna's team at @imperialsandc.bsky.social is leading a world-first trial that could revolutionise care and speed up diagnosis.

#PancreaticCancerAwarenessMonth www.independent.co.uk/news/health/...
Groundbreaking test could ‘revolutionise’ cancer treatment
Pancreatic Cancer UK said the launch of the trial was “the most significant step toward a life-saving breakthrough in 50 years”
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November 3, 2025 at 4:43 PM
When we’re sleep-deprived, our brains literally take a break 💤

Scans show that lapses in #attention coincide with a wave of fluid flowing out of the brain – a process seen in deep #sleep.

Prof Bill Wisden (@ukdri.ac.uk @imperialcollegeldn.bsky.social) comments 👇
www.theguardian.com/science/2025...
Scans shed light on changes in brain when we zone out while tired
Study finds lapses of attention in sleep-deprived people coincide with wave of fluid flowing out of the brain
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October 31, 2025 at 12:56 PM
#PancreaticCancer is often found too late — 62% of patients are diagnosed at stage 4 ⚠️

Imperial scientists are testing a simple breath test that could help catch it earlier.

A world-first that could save lives 👇 @pancreaticcanuk.bsky.social www.independent.co.uk/news/health/...
Groundbreaking test could ‘revolutionise’ cancer treatment
Pancreatic Cancer UK said the launch of the trial was “the most significant step toward a life-saving breakthrough in 50 years”
www.independent.co.uk
October 29, 2025 at 11:55 AM
Have scientists created a bionic eye?

Prof Francesca Cordeiro from @imperialsandc.bsky.social explains how bionic technology might provide future solutions for more people with sight loss.

🎧 Listen from 01:44 onwards
www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/play/...
BBC Inside Science - Have scientists created a bionic eye? - BBC Sounds
The bionic microchip implant which allows registered blind people to see again.
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October 28, 2025 at 1:47 PM
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Join us on 10 December for Professor Ramzi Khamis' inaugural lecture, exploring the hidden risks of heart disease, focusing on vulnerable arterial plaques, emerging diagnostic tools, and advances in patient care. 🫀

Don't miss out, register now ⤵️
www.imperial.ac.uk/events/19982...
At the heart of vulnerability: plaques, patients and the pursuit of purpose
Join us for Professor Ramzi Khamsis' Imperial Inaugural lecture.
www.imperial.ac.uk
October 28, 2025 at 11:52 AM
We were proud to host Baroness Merron, Minister for #WomensHealth & Mental Health, at Tommy's National Centre for Preterm Birth Research.

With @imperialnhs.bsky.social & partners, we’re advancing science to reduce preterm birth & support families.

www.imperial.ac.uk/news/270533/...
Health minister visits Imperial-hosted Tommy's research centre | Imperial News | Imperial College London
Baroness Merron, Parliamentary Under-Secretary of State for Women’s Health and Mental Health, made the visit to mark Baby Loss Awareness Week.
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October 27, 2025 at 11:23 AM
We’re proud that Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust and @imperialcollegeldn.bsky.social have been designated a Focused Ultrasound Centre of Excellence — one of only 16 worldwide driving innovation in research, training and patient care.👏

Read more👇
www.imperial.ac.uk/news/270573/...
Imperial designated Focused Ultrasound Centre of Excellence | Imperial News | Imperial College London
Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust and Imperial College London have been designated as a Focused Ultrasound Centre of Excellence.
www.imperial.ac.uk
October 24, 2025 at 12:57 PM
How can smarter stats make #ClinicalTrials faster and better for patients? 💡

Join @imperialsph.bsky.social's Professor Victoria Cornelius next Thursday to hear how new #research methods are speeding up discoveries and improving care.

Register 📝 www.imperial.ac.uk/events/19688...
October 23, 2025 at 12:24 PM
Animal research remains vital to understanding diseases like #OvarianCancer – but only when no alternatives exist.

@imperialcollegeldn.bsky.social scientists follow the #3Rs: replacement, reduction + refinement.

Learn more: www.youtube.com/watch?v=xWWF... | #AnimalStats @animalresearch.bsky.social
How in vitro and in vivo researchers collaborate to tackle ovarian cancer and champion the 3Rs
YouTube video by Imperial Medicine
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October 23, 2025 at 9:56 AM
October is #BreastCancerAwarenessMonth!

Read a blog written last year by PhD student Sophia D’Alessandro from @imperialsandc.bsky.social, examining the connection between breastfeeding and reduced breast cancer risk.

More👇
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Breastfeeding and Breast Cancer: Exploring the potential link - Imperial Medicine Blog
PhD student, Sophia D’Alessandro from the Department of Surgery and Cancer examines her research looking at the link between breastfeeding and the reduced risk of breast cancer in our latest blog.
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October 22, 2025 at 9:55 AM
Imperial scientists including @imperialmdr.bsky.social's Dr Sotirios Saravelos are using menstrual blood to unlock new insights into #ReproductiveHealth. 🤰

Startup Genie Fertility has raised $1.2M to develop a non-invasive #fertility test to boost #IVF success.

www.imperial.ac.uk/news/270093/...
Menstrual blood promises data harvest for improving reproductive health | Imperial News | Imperial College London
Alumnus startup Genie Fertility has raised $1.2 million to take its non-invasive fertility test into new studies
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October 21, 2025 at 11:49 AM
Night owls versus early birds: who is superior according to science?

Research by Dr Raha West and Prof Daqing Ma from @imperialsandc.bsky.social found that those who stay up late had “superior cognitive function” to morning larks.

@theguardian.com
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Night owls versus early birds: who is superior according to science?
And is it actually possible for your body clock to change? Am I really turning into an early bird or have I just been forced into a child-dictated schedule?
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October 20, 2025 at 11:14 AM
Death rates from serious #StrepA infections remain worryingly high, new research led by Prof Shiranee Sriskandan shows.

Study found no big difference between two key strains, but highlights the need for faster diagnosis & prevention.

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Mortality Among Patients With Invasive Group A Streptococcal Infections Caused by the M1UK Lineage: A Retrospective Cohort Study in England and Wales
Emm1 invasive Strep A incurs a high case fatality rate. In this national cohort, 24.4% of those with M1UK iGAS died, though this was not different from anc
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October 17, 2025 at 12:46 PM