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Welcome to the MRC & Asthma UK Centre
Our Research
Research themes cover understanding the underlying causes of asthma, why triggers cause asthma attacks, and how we can better treat or even prevent asthma.
Work with us
The Centre’s capability in translational research, providing a stimulating training environment and a world leading group of international scientists is supported by strong partnerships with the MRC, Asthma UK, Imperial College and King's College London.
Focus on
Publications
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Asthma is a common disease with a complex pathophysiology. It can present in various clinical forms and with...
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Oxidative stress, a pathogenetic factor in many conditions, including chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, arises...
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Abstract Objective: Asthma is an inflammatory airway disease characterized by airway eosinophilia, in which CCL11 (...
Recent News
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This award is given to researchers for their outstanding contributions to the science of allergy and clinical immunology.
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On World Asthma Day 2018, the scientific journal Chest produced a list of top publications relating to the condition.
Events
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Date: 19 Feb, 2019
AALB Seminar Room, St Mary's campus, Imperial College London
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Date: 11 Dec, 2018
Date for your diary for the 2018 Centre Christmas Lecture.
More details tbc nearer the time.
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Date: 20 Nov, 2018
Date for your diary for the November 2018 Centre Seminar.
Dr Henry McSorley from will be our guest speaker. ...
