Ana Pena, PhD,  —

Ana is a molecular biologist enthusiastic about innovation and communication. In her role as a science writer she wishes to bring the advances in medical science and technology closer to the public, particularly to those most in need of them. Ana holds a PhD in Biomedical Sciences from the University of Lisbon, Portugal, where she focused her research on molecular biology, epigenetics and infectious diseases.

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January 23, 2018 News by Ana Pena, PhD

Airway Branch Variations Found That May Indicate Risk for COPD

Variations in the anatomy of airway branches may be used as indicators for people at higher risk of developing chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), a new study found. The team of researchers, funded by the National Heart, Lung and Blood Institute (NHLBI) of the National Institutes of Health (NIH), discovered…

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