Academic Foundation Project Library 2013

Dual vector approaches in retinal gene therapy

How can the expression of dual adeno-associated virus (AAV) vectors being trialled in Stargardt’s inherited juvenile macular degeneration be optimised?

The pathogenesis of IgG4-Related Disease  

Investigating what characterises this newly-recognised, multi-organ, inflammatory disease, and what genes might be involved, and how.

High-fidelity simulation programmes for medical education

Developing simulations of surgical emergencies and on-call for the training of Foundation Year 1 doctors.

Strengthening capacity for antimicrobial stewardship in Vietnam

Addressing the issue of antibiotic resistance in a low-income country where limited resources constrain access to newer, more expensive drugs.