Project Code
MRCPHS24Ex Scotton
Research Theme
Population Health Sciences
Full Project Description
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Summary
Lung fibrosis is a devastating disease which causes 1% of UK deaths. On average, patients only survive 2-3 years after diagnosis. Ageing is a big risk factor; patients often have unusually short telomeres, correlating with a reduction in sex hormone levels. We will investigate if boosting hormone levels might improve telomere length and reduce disease burden – using data from cutting-edge lab experiments with lung cells, combined with analyses of patient genetics.
Lead Supervisor
Professor Chris Scotton
Lead Supervisor Email
c.j.scotton@exeter.ac.uk
University Affiliation
Exeter