Patient involvement
We have multiple research projects which seek to understand why genes which are inherited, cause or contribute to severe chronic lung diseases such as pulmonary fibrosis and cystic fibrosis. In these projects we use adult stem cells which are generated from patients to make ‘lung-in-a-dish’ models of lung disease so we can find and test better treatments.
In addition to these lab based research projects we also run clinical or patient based studies. This reserach aims to understand why peolple get pulmonary fibrosis, the role of inherited genes in causing the disease and how certain genes can make it worse or protect you over time.
If you have any questions about these research questions or you would like to take part in research with our group please fill out the contact form below.