Immunology
Gut health compromised in severe COVID-19
New research of samples of intestine from people who have died of COVID-19 has shown the impact of the virus on the gut immune system.
Feb 18, 2022
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Medical research
Study finds link between fecal bacteria and body fat
Researchers at King's College London have found a new link between the diversity of bacteria in human poo – known as the human fecal microbiome - and levels of abdominal body fat.
Sep 30, 2016
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Diseases, Conditions, Syndromes
Two effective treatments for Chronic Fatigue Syndrome / Myalgic Encephalomyelitis also cost-effective
(Medical Xpress) -- Two treatments found previously to be the most effective for patients with Chronic Fatigue Syndrome or Myalgic Encephalomyelitis (CFS/ME) have now been found to be the most cost-effective treatments according ...
Aug 2, 2012
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Genetics
Fifty new genes for eye colour found
The genetics of human eye color is much more complex than previously thought, according to a new study published today.
Mar 11, 2021
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Medical research
Optimizing use of the 'hug hormone' to help those with social difficulties
Oxytocin is known for its role in childbirth and breastfeeding and it has also been shown to have a wider application in the development and regulation of social behaviour in many species. There has been increasing interest ...
Mar 3, 2020
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Pediatrics
Autism, ADHD and school absence are risk factors for self-harm, according to new study
Research led by King's College London and South London and Maudsley NHS Foundation Trust has analyzed factors associated with self-harm in over 111,000 adolescents aged 11-17 years old.
Apr 29, 2022
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Cardiology
Gas cooker exposure can lower blood pressure, study finds
The study, published recently in Circulation Research and led by a team from King's College London, has investigated how nitrogen dioxide can impact the cardiovascular system.
Jun 26, 2020
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Genetics
Researchers discover genetic processes that determine short-sightedness
Three previously unknown genetic mechanisms have been discovered in causing myopia otherwise known as short or near-sightedness, finds a new study.
Mar 31, 2020
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Psychology & Psychiatry
Understanding multiple personality disorder
(Medical Xpress) -- New research from King’s College London’s Institute of Psychiatry brings us closer to understanding the mechanisms behind multiple personality disorder. The study is the first of its kind ...
Jul 2, 2012
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Psychology & Psychiatry
Why is educational achievement heritable?
New research, led by King's College London finds that the high heritability of exam grades reflects many genetically influenced traits such as personality, behaviour problems, and self-efficacy and not just intelligence.
Oct 6, 2014
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