Aspergillus fumigatus

September 11, 2017September 11, 2017

Study Links Fungus Antibodies with Development of Bronchiectasis in COPD Patients

Bronchiectasis, COPD, News

Researchers have linked the presence of antibodies against the Aspergillus fumigatus (A fum) fungus with the development of bronchiectasis in people with COPD. The study, “Sensitization to Aspergillus fumigatus as a risk factor ... Read more

March 21, 2016May 13, 2016

Lung Infections in Cystic Fibrosis Found From Airborne Bacteria Triggering Fungal Growth

Cystic Fibrosis, News

According to new research, volatile compounds released by a bacterial pathogen called Pseudomonas aeruginosa can trigger the growth of a fungal pathogen often found in cystic fibrosis (CF) patients. This is ... Read more

September 14, 2015November 5, 2015

Pulmatrix To Present Promising Inhaled CF Therapy PUR1900 at Cystic Fibrosis Conference

Cystic Fibrosis, News

Pulmatrix, a biotechnology company developing new inhaled therapies to address pulmonary diseases through the company’s own clinically validated technology iSPERSE, recently announced that their lead investigational therapy for CF will ... Read more