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For <\/strong>Dr <\/strong>Laura Glenn research means answering clinical questions using rigorous processes to generate evidence-based solutions<\/strong>.<\/strong> <\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Dr Laura Glenn is a final year Advanced Trainee in Respiratory Medicine, having completed her core training at Royal Prince Alfred Hospital in 2019. She is commencing a PhD this year under the supervision of two of her female role models & mentors, A\/Professor Tamera Corte and Dr Lauren Troy, in the RPA Interstitial Lung Diseases Unit. She also has a passion for teaching, and her longer-term goal is to become a Respiratory Physician in a teaching hospital, contributing to education and clinical research with a particular focus on ILD and bronchiectasis. In her spare time, Laura enjoys the park with her dog and is an avid reader and amateur yogi. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

What inspired or motivated you to undertake this research project?<\/strong> <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Observing first-hand the impact that current barriers to accurate and timely Interstitial Lung Disease (ILD) diagnosis has on patients. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

I hope research will lead to more efficient diagnostic pathways for patients and improve holistic management of people with respiratory illnesses. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

How do you envision this will impact the health and wellbeing of patients?<\/strong> <\/p>\n\n\n\n

I hope that my research will contribute to more easily accessible, accurate and safe diagnostic pathways for patients with ILD. We want to investigate previously unidentified or poorly understood pathobiologic pathways and biomarkers of ILD such as Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis, which will have implications not only for diagnosis, but also for prognostication and treatment of ILD. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

How important was funding from Lung Foundation Australia for your work?<\/strong> <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Funding from Lung Foundation Australia through generous donations and community fundraising is extremely important \u2013 this support will enable me to focus primarily on my research. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

A number of our research awards are funded through generous donations from patients and families impacted by lung disease. If you had the opportunity, what would you say to someone considering donating to lung focused research? <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Your generosity is incredibly important in helping to understand lung disease and pathways that can be utilised to find better ways to help patients. In supporting early career researchers such as myself, you are directly contributing to the advancement of lung-focused research. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

What is your hope for the future of research in this space? <\/strong> <\/p>\n\n\n\n

My hope for the future is better understanding of the pathophysiology of pulmonary fibrosis and discovery of therapeutic targets that might lead to more treatments able to improve both quantity and quality of life for patients with chronic lung diseases. I also hope for increased equality of access to diagnosis and treatments for all patients across Australia.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Research saves lives and gives hope for a cure.
Give hope. Give to research today<\/strong>.<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Donate today<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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","duration":"3 years","funded":"$45,000.00 ","awarded_year":"2019","research_type":"Detection & diagnostics ","colour":"#158c40","full_width_page_components":[{"acf_fc_layout":"featured_posts_static","heading":"","view_more_link":null,"posts":[{"ID":1563,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2018-09-18 16:01:58","post_date_gmt":"2018-09-18 06:01:58","post_content":"<h4>What are some of the key findings, progress and discoveries you have made with your research to date \u2013 and how will this make a difference to patients with this disease?<\/h4>\nIn my opinion, a key finding with the greatest potential to benefit patients with Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis (IPF) is that fibroblasts from different patients show differences in responsiveness to Pirfenidone, one of the two available drug therapies for IPF. 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Although further validation is needed, this signature may be useful in identifying this group of patients early. It is possible that these individuals with altered immune responses may be more likely to respond to treatment with immunotherapy.<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u202f<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{"134233117":true,"134233118":true,"201341983":0,"335559740":360}\"> <\/span><\/p>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">For <\/span><\/b><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Tylah<\/span><\/b><b><span data-contrast=\"none\"> Miles, research means new discoveries and new treatments.<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{"134233117":true,"134233118":true,"201341983":0,"335559740":240}\"> <\/span><\/p>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">What do you hope to achieve with this research project?<\/span><\/b><i><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u202f<\/span><\/i><span data-ccp-props=\"{"134233117":true,"134233118":true,"201341983":0,"335559740":360}\"> <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Our research investigates the cell-mediated responses driving lung fibrosis. In our laboratory we combine the analysis of pre-clinical models of disease with the detailed analysis of patient samples. Specifically, we are investigating the functional role of immune cells in the development and progression of lung fibrosis. We hope that in time, identifying how these cells contribute to IPF will lead to the discovery of potential novel therapeutic targets.<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u202f<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{"134233117":true,"134233118":true,"201341983":0,"335559740":360}\"> <\/span><\/p>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">For Tylah Miles, research means improving the quality of life for people with lung diseases.<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{"134233117":true,"134233118":true,"201341983":0,"335559740":240}\"> <\/span><\/p>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">How important was the funding from Lung Foundation Australia to your work?<\/span><\/b><i><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u202f<\/span><\/i><span data-ccp-props=\"{"134233117":true,"134233118":true,"201341983":0,"335559740":360}\"> <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">This research project forms the basis of my PhD studies, which are jointly funded by a Research Training Program Scholarship from the University of Western Australia and the Lung Foundation Australia Bill van Nierop PhD Scholarship in IPF.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{"134233117":true,"134233118":true,"201341983":0,"335559740":360}\"> <\/span><\/p>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">F<\/span><\/b><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">unding from Lung Foundation Australia<\/span><\/b><b><span data-contrast=\"none\"> allowed <\/span><\/b><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">me <\/span><\/b><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">to work<\/span><\/b><b><span data-contrast=\"none\"> full-<\/span><\/b><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">time <\/span><\/b><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">focusing on the role of immune cells in lung fibrosis.<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{"134233117":true,"134233118":true,"201341983":0,"335559740":240}\"> <\/span><\/p>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Do you have a message for Lung Foundation Australia\u2019s supporters?<\/span><\/b><i><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u202f<\/span><\/i><span data-ccp-props=\"{"134233117":true,"134233118":true,"201341983":0,"335559740":360}\"> <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Our\u202flaboratory<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">-<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">based\u202fresearch relies heavily on grant funding, your fundraising efforts as well as your participation in our clinical sample collection. We would like to thank you, the Lung Foundation Australia\u2019s supporters, for your ongoing support and encouragement. Together we will reduce the burden of chronic respiratory disorders.<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u202f<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{"134233117":true,"134233118":true,"201341983":0,"335559740":360}\"> <\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{"134233117":true,"134233118":true,"201341983":0,"335559740":240}\"> <\/span><\/p>\n\n<!-- wp:heading {\"textAlign\":\"center\",\"style\":{\"color\":{\"text\":\"#4f9837\"}}} -->\n<h2 class=\"has-text-align-center has-text-color\" id=\"block-6bac9125-62ef-4ef3-a07f-f009ad31f6f7\" style=\"color:#4f9837\">Research saves lives and gives hope for a cure.<br>Give hope. Give to research today.<\/h2>\n<!-- \/wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:buttons {\"contentJustification\":\"center\"} -->\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center\"><!-- wp:button {\"style\":{\"color\":{\"background\":\"#4f9837\"}}} -->\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-background\" href=\"https:\/\/lungfoundation.com.au\/donate\/\" style=\"background-color:#4f9837\">Donate today <\/a><\/div>\n<!-- \/wp:button --><\/div>\n<!-- \/wp:buttons -->\n\n<!-- wp:separator -->\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator\" \/>\n<!-- \/wp:separator -->\n\n<!-- wp:media-text {\"mediaId\":2687,\"mediaLink\":\"https:\\\/\\\/lungfoundation.com.au\\\/stories\\\/bills-story\\\/story-card-bill\\\/\",\"mediaType\":\"image\"} -->\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text alignwide is-stacked-on-mobile\"><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img src=\"https:\/\/lungfoundation.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/Story-Card-Bill.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-2687 size-full\" \/><\/figure><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\"><!-- wp:heading {\"level\":4} -->\n<h4>30 Reasons for Research<\/h4>\n<!-- \/wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>For Bill, the research of those such as Tylah Miles means hope for a greater understanding of lung disease, better medications to deal with it and a slowing of disease progression. Bill was diagnosed with IPF in 2015 and has since taken on gruelling physical and mental challenges to raise funds for this much needed research.  <\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:buttons {\"contentJustification\":\"center\"} -->\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center\"><!-- wp:button -->\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link\" href=\"https:\/\/lungfoundation.com.au\/stories\/bills-story\/\">Read Bill's story<\/a><\/div>\n<!-- \/wp:button --><\/div>\n<!-- \/wp:buttons --><\/div><\/div>\n<!-- \/wp:media-text -->","post_title":"Tylah Miles","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"tylah-miles","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-08-20 15:20:43","post_modified_gmt":"2021-08-20 05:20:43","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/lungfoundation.com.au\/?post_type=researcher&p=1555","menu_order":0,"post_type":"researcher","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":1566,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2018-09-18 16:12:39","post_date_gmt":"2018-09-18 06:12:39","post_content":"\u201cMy work is centred on the challenges of regular exercise and physical activity for people with COPD. Our knowledge about the magnitude of the problem and the promise of potential benefits from participation currently outweigh our understanding of how to help people make changes in their everyday life.\n\nLung Foundation Australia\u2019s funding assisted in the completion of a Cochrane systematic review looking at interventions to increase physical activity in people with COPD, and enabled me to travel to the American Thoracic Society International Conference in May 2018 to present and discuss our findings with attendees with expertise from around the world.\n\nBy informing health care professionals regarding the most effective strategies to use with the people they see every day, we hope to maximise the health benefits for people with COPD around the world.\nIt is only through the support offered to the Lung Foundation Australia that this work was made possible.\u201d","post_title":"Angela Burge","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"angela-burge","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2020-10-07 19:42:24","post_modified_gmt":"2020-10-07 09:42:24","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/lungfoundation.com.au\/?post_type=researcher&p=1566","menu_order":0,"post_type":"researcher","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}]}],"full_width_components":{"full_width_page_components":[{"acf_fc_layout":"featured_posts_static","heading":"","view_more_link":null,"posts":[{"ID":1563,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2018-09-18 16:01:58","post_date_gmt":"2018-09-18 06:01:58","post_content":"<h4>What are some of the key findings, progress and discoveries you have made with your research to date \u2013 and how will this make a difference to patients with this disease?<\/h4>\nIn my opinion, a key finding with the greatest potential to benefit patients with Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis (IPF) is that fibroblasts from different patients show differences in responsiveness to Pirfenidone, one of the two available drug therapies for IPF. The implication of this is that we may be able to identify fibroblast-derived biomarkers which may identify particular patients who would be most likely to benefit from treatment with Pirfenidone.\n<h4>What do you hope to achieve with this research project?<\/h4>\nI hope to better understand clinical differences between patients whose fibroblasts responded to Pirfenidone and those whose fibroblasts did not.\n<h4>How important was the funding from Lung Foundation Australia to your work?<\/h4>\nFunding from Lung Foundation Australia helped to provide the very first bits of data, which were presented at national and international conferences to great interest. The pilot data generated through this award is being used to support further funding applications.\n<h4>Do you have a message for Lung Foundation Australia\u2019s supporters?<\/h4>\nMy message for Lung Foundation Australia's supporters is: thank you for your contributions to this great society. I'm grateful for the opportunity to pursue my research interests and look forward to continuing to advance our understanding of IPF and other lung diseases.","post_title":"Jade Jaffar","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"jade-jaffar","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2020-10-07 20:15:00","post_modified_gmt":"2020-10-07 10:15:00","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/lungfoundation.com.au\/?post_type=researcher&p=1563","menu_order":0,"post_type":"researcher","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":1555,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2018-09-18 15:31:50","post_date_gmt":"2018-09-18 05:31:50","post_content":"<p><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">For\u202f<\/span><\/b><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Tylah<\/span><\/b><b><span data-contrast=\"none\"> Miles, research means<\/span><\/b><b><span data-contrast=\"none\"> hope <\/span><\/b><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">that <\/span><\/b><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">patients<\/span><\/b><b><span data-contrast=\"none\"> <\/span><\/b><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">can live a long and happy life with their loved ones.<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{"201341983":0,"335559738":200,"335559739":200,"335559740":276}\"> <\/span><\/p>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">What are some of the key findings, progress and discoveries you have made with your research to date \u2013 and how will this make a difference to patients with this disease?\u202f<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u202f<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{"134233117":true,"134233118":true,"201341983":0,"335559740":360}\"> <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">We have discovered a specific immune cell signature that identifies that a sub-group of patients who were initially diagnosed with Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis (IPF), also present with autoimmune-like features. Although further validation is needed, this signature may be useful in identifying this group of patients early. It is possible that these individuals with altered immune responses may be more likely to respond to treatment with immunotherapy.<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u202f<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{"134233117":true,"134233118":true,"201341983":0,"335559740":360}\"> <\/span><\/p>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">For <\/span><\/b><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Tylah<\/span><\/b><b><span data-contrast=\"none\"> Miles, research means new discoveries and new treatments.<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{"134233117":true,"134233118":true,"201341983":0,"335559740":240}\"> <\/span><\/p>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">What do you hope to achieve with this research project?<\/span><\/b><i><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u202f<\/span><\/i><span data-ccp-props=\"{"134233117":true,"134233118":true,"201341983":0,"335559740":360}\"> <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Our research investigates the cell-mediated responses driving lung fibrosis. In our laboratory we combine the analysis of pre-clinical models of disease with the detailed analysis of patient samples. Specifically, we are investigating the functional role of immune cells in the development and progression of lung fibrosis. We hope that in time, identifying how these cells contribute to IPF will lead to the discovery of potential novel therapeutic targets.<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u202f<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{"134233117":true,"134233118":true,"201341983":0,"335559740":360}\"> <\/span><\/p>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">For Tylah Miles, research means improving the quality of life for people with lung diseases.<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{"134233117":true,"134233118":true,"201341983":0,"335559740":240}\"> <\/span><\/p>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">How important was the funding from Lung Foundation Australia to your work?<\/span><\/b><i><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u202f<\/span><\/i><span data-ccp-props=\"{"134233117":true,"134233118":true,"201341983":0,"335559740":360}\"> <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">This research project forms the basis of my PhD studies, which are jointly funded by a Research Training Program Scholarship from the University of Western Australia and the Lung Foundation Australia Bill van Nierop PhD Scholarship in IPF.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{"134233117":true,"134233118":true,"201341983":0,"335559740":360}\"> <\/span><\/p>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">F<\/span><\/b><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">unding from Lung Foundation Australia<\/span><\/b><b><span data-contrast=\"none\"> allowed <\/span><\/b><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">me <\/span><\/b><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">to work<\/span><\/b><b><span data-contrast=\"none\"> full-<\/span><\/b><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">time <\/span><\/b><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">focusing on the role of immune cells in lung fibrosis.<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{"134233117":true,"134233118":true,"201341983":0,"335559740":240}\"> <\/span><\/p>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Do you have a message for Lung Foundation Australia\u2019s supporters?<\/span><\/b><i><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u202f<\/span><\/i><span data-ccp-props=\"{"134233117":true,"134233118":true,"201341983":0,"335559740":360}\"> <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Our\u202flaboratory<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">-<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">based\u202fresearch relies heavily on grant funding, your fundraising efforts as well as your participation in our clinical sample collection. We would like to thank you, the Lung Foundation Australia\u2019s supporters, for your ongoing support and encouragement. Together we will reduce the burden of chronic respiratory disorders.<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u202f<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{"134233117":true,"134233118":true,"201341983":0,"335559740":360}\"> <\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{"134233117":true,"134233118":true,"201341983":0,"335559740":240}\"> <\/span><\/p>\n\n<!-- wp:heading {\"textAlign\":\"center\",\"style\":{\"color\":{\"text\":\"#4f9837\"}}} -->\n<h2 class=\"has-text-align-center has-text-color\" id=\"block-6bac9125-62ef-4ef3-a07f-f009ad31f6f7\" style=\"color:#4f9837\">Research saves lives and gives hope for a cure.<br>Give hope. Give to research today.<\/h2>\n<!-- \/wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:buttons {\"contentJustification\":\"center\"} -->\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center\"><!-- wp:button {\"style\":{\"color\":{\"background\":\"#4f9837\"}}} -->\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-background\" href=\"https:\/\/lungfoundation.com.au\/donate\/\" style=\"background-color:#4f9837\">Donate today <\/a><\/div>\n<!-- \/wp:button --><\/div>\n<!-- \/wp:buttons -->\n\n<!-- wp:separator -->\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator\" \/>\n<!-- \/wp:separator -->\n\n<!-- wp:media-text {\"mediaId\":2687,\"mediaLink\":\"https:\\\/\\\/lungfoundation.com.au\\\/stories\\\/bills-story\\\/story-card-bill\\\/\",\"mediaType\":\"image\"} -->\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text alignwide is-stacked-on-mobile\"><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img src=\"https:\/\/lungfoundation.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/Story-Card-Bill.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-2687 size-full\" \/><\/figure><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\"><!-- wp:heading {\"level\":4} -->\n<h4>30 Reasons for Research<\/h4>\n<!-- \/wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>For Bill, the research of those such as Tylah Miles means hope for a greater understanding of lung disease, better medications to deal with it and a slowing of disease progression. Bill was diagnosed with IPF in 2015 and has since taken on gruelling physical and mental challenges to raise funds for this much needed research.  <\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:buttons {\"contentJustification\":\"center\"} -->\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center\"><!-- wp:button -->\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link\" href=\"https:\/\/lungfoundation.com.au\/stories\/bills-story\/\">Read Bill's story<\/a><\/div>\n<!-- \/wp:button --><\/div>\n<!-- \/wp:buttons --><\/div><\/div>\n<!-- \/wp:media-text -->","post_title":"Tylah Miles","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"tylah-miles","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-08-20 15:20:43","post_modified_gmt":"2021-08-20 05:20:43","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/lungfoundation.com.au\/?post_type=researcher&p=1555","menu_order":0,"post_type":"researcher","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":1566,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2018-09-18 16:12:39","post_date_gmt":"2018-09-18 06:12:39","post_content":"\u201cMy work is centred on the challenges of regular exercise and physical activity for people with COPD. 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