NIHR Advanced Clinical Academic Fellow @NIHRResearch, Consultant Physiotherapist (RESP) @KingsCollegeNHS. Reader (adjunct)@CSI_KCL. All views my own.
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Joined June 2019
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Thank you @NIHRresearch for championing research and supporting the SELF-BREATHE trial, which I’m proud to lead as Chief Investigator.
Thank you, Ivy—your story is why I love doing research. Let’s keep encouraging everyone to #BePartOfResearch 💙
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@CSI_KCL
At 80 years old, Ivy took part in the SELF-BREATHE study, testing a digital app to help people manage chronic breathlessness.
The app helped Ivy recognise the early signs of breathlessness and use practical techniques to manage her symptoms at home.
“I’m a strong advocate,” she says. “Don’t be frightened to take part.” 🙌
Whatever your age, ethnicity, gender or background - you can make a huge difference to the health and care of tomorrow.
Find out how you can #BePartOfResearch: bepartofresearch.nihr.ac.uk/…
ALT An elderly woman with gray hair and large glasses is seated in an armchair, holding an open book. She wears a bright pink top. To the left is a quote: “I've always believed in research. We wouldn’t have any medicine without it.” At the top left, the NIHR "Be Part of Research" logo is visible, and the NHS logo is at the top right. The background is light blue with colorful abstract shapes.
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For years, sudden episodes of breathlessness would leave 80 year-old Ivy terrified.
Ivy suffers from Sjögren’s syndrome which is an autoimmune condition that has affected her lungs. It has caused scarring, and she suffers from a dry cough and fatigue.
Ivy also experiences episodes of severe breathlessness caused by the condition.
A routine visit to hospital led to an invitation to join the SELF-BREATHE study which led to Ivy regaining control of her breathing.
Read Ivy’s full story and find out how you can be part of research
bepartofresearch.nihr.ac.uk/…
ALT An older woman with grey hair and orange-rimmed glasses sits in a beige armchair, wearing a pink t-shirt. The NIHR Be Part of Research logo is in the top left, and the NHS logo is in the top right. A large pink banner across the bottom features dark blue text that reads: “I don’t feel helpless anymore.”: Ivy’s story.
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Breathlessness limits independence and social engagement, with psychological and behavioural responses compounding activity restriction. A multi-agency approach is needed to address modifiable factors and reduce the overall burden of breathlessness. bit.ly/3XlmwXa
New paper 👉Breathlessness stops me doing everything.” Exploring the impact of chronic breathlessness due to advanced respiratory disease and exacerbating factors: a qualitative study publications.ersnet.org/cont… #breathlessness @NIHRresearch @ERSpublications
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European Respiratory Review: Substantial variability exists in the prevalence and correlates of breathlessness, emphasising its complexity and multifaceted nature. bit.ly/465SBpZ
Delighted to share that I’ve been promoted to Adjunct Reader in Respiratory Care & Health Services Research @CSI_KCL @kingsnmpc @KingsCollegeNHS
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Right now, thousands of people are struggling to breathe while they wait for a diagnosis. This delay can be catastrophic. We’re on a mission to get fast, accurate diagnoses for people with lung conditions. #DiagnosisDelay
Find out more information: asthmaandlung.org.uk/our-res…
Pleased to share this new paper by @claireBPhysio and colleagues.
🔗 doi.org/10.1186/s12913-025-1…
Great to have been involved in this work!
@KCHCritCarePT @kingshealth @KingsCollegeNHS
#Physiotherapy #CriticalCare #PROSPECTSFramework
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📢 We are hiring a Research Associate to join @KCL: exploring laughter classes for people with bronchiectasis!
Join us - an exciting @asthmalunguk project!
📍 Full-time | Fixed-term to Oct 2026
🤝 Community + wellbeing
👉 Apply: kcl.ac.uk/jobs/118006-resear… @TheACPRC @BTSrespiratory
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More volunteers are always needed to take part in research – but it’s critical that they come from as wide a range of backgrounds as possible.
Read 4 reasons why research needs everyone to get involved: bepartofresearch.nihr.ac.uk/…
ALT 4 reasons why research needs all kinds of people to get involved
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Are you preparing an application for our #PostdoctoralAward?
In this blog, Professor Eileen Kaner and Professor Umesh Kadam, chair and co-chair of the funding committee, share insights into what the committee looks for when shortlisting applications.
From distinctive research ideas to clarity in presentation, their tips could make all the difference in crafting a competitive application.
Have a read ➡️nihr.ac.uk/blog/characterist…
ALT Blog: Characteristics of a great Postdoctoral Award application
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How can we better support #informalcarers of people with chronic illness?
Hear from Eleanor Rochester (@CSI_KCL & @CicelySaunders1), as she shares insights from the ConnectCare project and how it’s reframing carer support.
📅5 Jun | 1pm BST
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I'm conducting a multi-centre RCT of SELF-BREATHE — a digital tool to support people living with chronic breathlessness.
Learn more👇
🔗 self-breatheinfo.co.uk
#Breathlessness #SELFBREATHHE #DigitalHealth
@NIHRresearch @CSI_KCL
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🛠️ Practical tools for managing breathlessness
Prof. Irene Higginson shares evidence-based, non-drug strategies incl. SELF-BREATHE, E-BREATHE & the Breathlessness Toolkit.
🎧 Listen: touchrespiratory.com/podcast…
#Breathlessness #RespiratoryCare #PalliativeCare #HCP
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Clinical Lead Physiotherapist Band 8a - Acute Paediatrics
Last chance to apply: closes Sunday 02/03 #PhysiotherapyJobs #Paediatric #PaediatricPhysio
@JobsatKings @KingsCollegeNHS @GreatOrmondSt @GSTTnhs
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We are looking for family carers for people with dementia and healthcare professionals to take part in our study, designing a virtual platform for family carers of people with dementia. See flyer for details and if you are interested, please email [email protected]
Don't miss this exciting opportunity in respiratory physiotherapy! Take a look, consider applying today, and please share across your networks!👇
nhsjobs.com/job/UK/London/Lo…
@TheACPRC @physio4bpd
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📣Hot off the press! 👇
Read about the effects of eHealth exercise programmes in children and adolescents with chronic suppurative lung diseases (mostly cystic fibrosis)
Aspasia Mavronasou, @kortianou and team 👏
publications.ersnet.org/cont…