This world-class hub of immunologists, geneticists, molecular and cell biologists from clinical and non-clinical backgrounds consists of over 100 researchers, with a variety of interests and expertise. The aim of the Becker is to co-ordinate interactions between members across the Institute, as well as acting as a central hub to highlight the breadth of expertise in immunology and inflammation research in Manchester.<\/p>\n
The Becker has been organised into a number of different \u2018branches\u2019 with researchers aligning themselves to one or several branches. Lead scientists for the different themes are tasked with bringing together researchers in their branches and identifying synergy with other themes, highlighting potential collaborative research opportunities.<\/p>\n
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Learn more about our nine branches on the Institute website<\/a>:<\/p>\n The importance of this research is highlighted by the fact that over a quarter of all Nobel Prizes in physiology or medicine have been awarded in the field of immunology and infection, including this year\u2019s award for the discovery of immune receptors that, when blocked, help fight cancer by boosting the immune response against the tumour.<\/p>\n To celebrate its formation, the Museum of Science and Industry<\/a> in Manchester will be hosting the official launch of the Institute on Thursday 18 October, bringing together not only members of the Becker, but also scientists from up and down the country including representatives from potential partner organisations, industry, research councils, charities and scientific journals.<\/p>\n The launch further boosts the already great momentum behind the Becker, promoting further interactions and showcasing the excellence in immunology and inflammation research in Manchester.<\/p>\n The Institute is named in honour of Lydia Becker, a celebrated botanist and leader of the suffragette movement in the 19th<\/sup> Century. 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