TB discovery paves the way for drugs that prevent lung destruction
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Notes to editors:
1. Journal reference: P. Elkington et al. "Matrix metalloproteinase-1 causes immunopathology in human tuberculosis and transgenic mice" Journal of Clinical Investigation, published online 25 April 2011
P. Elkington et al. "Tuberculosis Immunopathology: The Neglected Role of Extracellular Matrix Destruction" Sci Transl Med, 23 February 2011: Vol. 3, Issue 71, p. 71ps6 DOI: 10.1126/scitranslmed.3001847
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Sam Wong
Research Media Officer
Imperial College London
Email: sam.wong@imperial.ac.uk
Tel: +44(0)20 7594 2198
Out of hours duty press officer: +44(0)7803 886 248
Notes to editors:
1. Journal reference: P. Elkington et al. "Matrix metalloproteinase-1 causes immunopathology in human tuberculosis and transgenic mice" Journal of Clinical Investigation, published online 25 April 2011
P. Elkington et al. "Tuberculosis Immunopathology: The Neglected Role of Extracellular Matrix Destruction" Sci Transl Med, 23 February 2011: Vol. 3, Issue 71, p. 71ps6 DOI: 10.1126/scitranslmed.3001847
2. About Imperial College London
Consistently rated amongst the world's best universities, Imperial College London is a science-based institution with a reputation for excellence in teaching and research that attracts 14,000 students and 6,000 staff of the highest international quality. Innovative research at the College explores the interface between science, medicine, engineering and business, delivering practical solutions that improve quality of life and the environment - underpinned by a dynamic enterprise culture.
Since its foundation in 1907, Imperial's contributions to society have included the discovery of penicillin, the development of holography and the foundations of fibre optics. This commitment to the application of research for the benefit of all continues today, with current focuses including interdisciplinary collaborations to improve global health, tackle climate change, develop sustainable sources of energy and address security challenges.
In 2007, Imperial College London and Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust formed the UK's first Academic Health Science Centre. This unique partnership aims to improve the quality of life of patients and populations by taking new discoveries and translating them into new therapies as quickly as possible.
Website: www.imperial.ac.uk
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