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Genetic mutation appears to be a predisposing factor for COPD independent of smoking

In 2019, the WHO positioned chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) third in the global ranking of causes of death.

From Institut Pasteur 15 Dec 2021

Study details the design of RNA-based breathalyzer to diagnose SARS-CoV-2

In a new study in The Journal of Molecular Diagnostics, published by Elsevier, investigators report on the design and testing of a breathalyzer, known as the Bubbler, that relies on viral RNA detection to diagnose SARS-CoV-2. Its name is derived from the bubbling sound that occurs when the patient exhales into the device.

14 Dec 2021

Infant's immune system may be better than the adult immune system

As any parent knows, infants are prone to getting respiratory infections. But a new study shows that the infant immune system is stronger than most people think and beats the adult immune system at fighting off new pathogens.

13 Dec 2021

Battery-free, wearable device could quantify airborne nicotine exposure from e-cigarettes

Some studies have shown that nicotine, an addictive substance in electronic cigarettes, increases the risk of cardiovascular and respiratory disorders.

10 Dec 2021

Research team grows mini-stomach across varying stages of development

A group of researchers led from Great Ormond Street Hospital (GOSH) hinged on recent progress to culture “mini-organs” in a lab, called organoids.

From University College London 7 Dec 2021

Long-term exposure to particulate matter associated with hypertension

According to the WHO, air pollution is the greatest health risk worldwide, accounting for more than 4.2 million deaths annually.

6 Dec 2021

Plant-based antiviral treatment found to be effective at treating all SARS-CoV-2 variants

A plant-based antiviral treatment for Covid-19, recently discovered by scientists at the University of Nottingham, has been found to be just as effective at treating all variants of the virus SARS-CoV-2, even the highly infectious Delta variant.

29 Nov 2021

New microbiome study could enable new treatments for middle ear infections

The main cause of preventable hearing loss and deafness in Indigenous communities is chronic middle ear infections.

10 Nov 2021

Study identifies a compound capable of easing symptoms of coronavirus infections

A group of researchers recently discovered a compound that reveals potential in alleviating the symptoms of coronavirus infections.

8 Nov 2021

Simultaneously Measuring 7,000 Proteins: Groundbreaking Proteomics from SomaLogic

In this interview, we speak to Roy Smythe, CEO of SomaLogic, about their groundbreaking proteomics technology that can simultaneously measure 7,000 proteins.

From SomaLogic 4 Nov 2021

Novel lung phantom mimicking pulmonary optical properties may enable air volume assessment

Take a nice, deep breath. Now imagine your lungs: myriad airways like branches, each with tiny alveoli like leaves. This alveolar structure is key to the absorption of oxygen and excretion of carbon dioxide that we call "breath."

2 Nov 2021

Low dose of pollutants in food leads to high activation of antibodies that cause allergic response

Exposure to the heavy metal cadmium is known to irritate the stomach and lungs or cause kidney disease, but new research links another health issue to inadvertently ingesting low doses of the pollutant: high activation of the antibodies that cause an allergic response.

27 Oct 2021

Respiratory News and Research

Genetic mutation appears to be a predisposing factor for COPD independent of smoking

Study details the design of RNA-based breathalyzer to diagnose SARS-CoV-2

Infant's immune system may be better than the adult immune system

Battery-free, wearable device could quantify airborne nicotine exposure from e-cigarettes

Research team grows mini-stomach across varying stages of development

Long-term exposure to particulate matter associated with hypertension

Plant-based antiviral treatment found to be effective at treating all SARS-CoV-2 variants

New microbiome study could enable new treatments for middle ear infections

Study identifies a compound capable of easing symptoms of coronavirus infections

Simultaneously Measuring 7,000 Proteins: Groundbreaking Proteomics from SomaLogic

Novel lung phantom mimicking pulmonary optical properties may enable air volume assessment

Low dose of pollutants in food leads to high activation of antibodies that cause allergic response

Correction of immune system's faulty timing may offer a new strategy to prevent severe COVID-19

Mitochondrial inner membrane fusion protein acts as a molecular chaperone

New biomarker can help characterize specific types of asthma and COPD

Study investigates the role of essential genes in acetic acid tolerance

Loss of mitochondrial respiration alters mechanical properties of the cartilage

Experts create “living medicine” to combat biofilms on medical implants

New study reveals lung cell roles in guiding the immune system

Researchers show how 'bad mucin' contributes to worsening pulmonary conditions

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