Molecular Systems for Health Research Group

A multi-disciplinary group with expertise in chemistry, phytochemistry, pharmacology, molecular biology and genetics focused on strategic areas of analytical, diagnostic and therapeutic applications in biomedical science.

Research themes include:

molecular genetics (obesity)
metals in health (sensory f-block coordination complexes, systemic iron homeostasis)
nanotechnology (electrospinning, nanotoxicology, novel lipid formulations)
novel therapeutic phytochemicals

Members

Dr Kevin Devine
Dr Una Fairbrother
Dr Bhaven Patel
Dr Daniel Sykes
Dr Cassandra Terry
Professor Ken White

Latest research news

Getting ahead in a research career

London Met student Muskaan discusses her experiences of undertaking extended scientific research placements, and the importance of research opportunities for undergraduates.

Expanding the role of pharmacists in general practice

A new editorial co-authored by London Met Professor of Applied Health Research, Duncan Stewart, explores the potential of Structured Medication Reviews (SMR).

Heightened risk of disease as a means of terrorism, say international security experts

Although Covid-19 has heightened concerns about the impact of disease outbreaks, there is not enough awareness about the extent of the dangers of deliberately-caused disease.

Experts call for action on chemical and biological security governance after the pandemic

A report led by London Met's Prof Lijun Shang warns that the international treaties intended to protect the world against chemical and biological weapons need strengthening.

When objects in space collide

Dr Jon Tandy discussed his research on the processes that happen in high-speed collisions in solar systems on the Science Off Camera podcast.

Reducing malnutrition in children undergoing chemotherapy

A London Met-GOSH study aimed to find out how different types of feeding affected the weight of children experiencing mucositis as a result of chemotherapy.

3D printing for drug delivery

Dr Bruno Sil dos Santos uses 3D printing to develop new surrogates that can mimic the same properties as human membranes to find new ways to improve approaches to drug delivery.

Fighting a near-impossible fight: using antibodies to eradicate viruses

Gary McLean, Professor in Molecular Immunology, explains his life’s work to find and use monoclonal antibodies to target viruses.

London Met PhD student named Nutritionist of the Year by the Caroline Walker Trust

Greg Lessons has been named nutritionist of the year by the Caroline Walker Trust for his innovative lifestyle programme for London's firefighters.

London Met chemistry research named most cited

A London Met-led research paper is in the top 1% of most cited chemistry articles for 2015/16.

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