Latest news from the Institute of Inflammation and Ageing Back to 'Institute of Inflammation and Ageing' Latest news from the Institute of Inflammation and Ageing Red light therapy for repairing spinal cord injury passes milestone Description:The researchers have already received further funding and are planning to develop an implantable device for use in humans with traumatic spinal cord injury. Date:06 May 2024 Harnessing B cells could fight cancer or autoimmune diseases by targeting mitochondrial metabolism Description:New research finds a crucial role for Thioredoxin protein in regulatory B cells control of the immune systemDate:17 April 2024 New Inflammatory Bowel Disease testing protocol could speed up diagnosis Description:Serial home tests would reduce unnecessary colonoscopy testingDate:15 April 2024 Live long and prosper? 7 top tips for targeting inflammaging and promoting a longer healthier life Description:As people are living longer, experts from the Institute of Inflammation and Ageing cover seven evidence-based recommendations to tackle 'inflammageing'.Date:15 April 2024 New research partnership set to improve health in China’s Greater Bay area Description:The University of Birmingham and Seventh Affiliated Hospital of Sun Yat-sen University are working together to improve healthcare in China and beyond.Date:05 April 2024 Clinical trial shows rheumatoid arthritis drug could prevent disease Description:A drug used to treat rheumatoid arthritis could also prevent the disease in individuals deemed to be at risk.Date:26 March 2024 Lung disease puts patients at risk of developing heart conditions regardless of other risk factors Description:Trial in rare disease enables researchers to control for other factors and find underlying action for cardiovascular disease riskDate:22 March 2024 Showcasing research for Brain Injury Awareness Month and Brain Awareness Week Description:Researchers from across Colleges came together to share their research projects with the public during Brain Injury Awareness Month and Brain Awareness Week.Date:14 March 2024 Improved understanding of the biology of eye complications caused by diabetes Description:New research shows why problems replacing the ‘batteries’ inside the cells at the back of the eye can lead to complications with vision in people with diabetes.Date:12 March 2024 Major contract awarded for a concussion research programme from the US Department of Defense Description:Birmingham experts will lead a major research programme involving hundreds of people across the UK to transform the way concussion is identified and managed. Date:11 March 2024 Fibroblast cells play a key role in resolving joint inflammation, new study finds Description:The discovery may open up new avenues for treatment for arthritis patientsDate:23 February 2024 Professor Adam Croft appointed as Versus Arthritis Chair of Rheumatology Description:Professor Adam Croft announced as the new Versus Arthritis Chair of Rheumatology and Head of the Rheumatology Research group at the University of Birmingham.Date:15 February 2024 Previous123456Next