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Systems Immunity research

Professor Andrew Sewell with Research Fellow Garry Dolton in a lab
Professor Andrew Sewell with Research Fellow Garry Dolton

By supporting the next generation of researchers who will accelerate the development of new, more effective treatment, you can improve the survival rates and quality of life for people with a range of conditions.

Our Systems Immunity Research Institute works to understand the role of the immune system in conditions such as cancer, infectious diseases, dementia, diabetes, heart disease and arthritis.

Help support our researchers who are using our knowledge of the immune system to develop preventative immunisations, novel diagnostics, and innovative treatments and immunotherapies to treat these important diseases. This crucial support for cutting-edge research ensures new therapies are translated from the laboratory bench to the hospital bedside.

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Arthritis research at Cardiff University

Around 10 million people in the UK struggle with arthritis which can impact mobility, quality of life and cause chronic pain. Professor Simon Jones, Co-Director of the Systems Immunity Research Institute, explains what causes arthritis and the ground-breaking research taking place in Cardiff.

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Javi Fernandez Scholarships

Named in memory of researcher Javi Fernandez (PhD 2018), these scholarships support early career immunity and infection researchers. The projects funded will give patients new hope for managing chronic illnesses, infectious diseases, and cancers. Read more about Javi and the research being done in his name.

How you can support systems immunity research at Cardiff University

Generous donations contribute significant funds toward systems immunity research every year. Chat to our fundraising team about making a donation, leaving a gift in your Will, or in memory of a loved one.

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