Advancing Research 2021-2022

Highlighting our impact in lung disease research, including in-depth looks at researchers from the Airways Clinical Research Centers, updates from our Award & Grant recipients and patient stories.

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Thank You for Supporting Lifesaving Research

For over 115 years, the American Lung Association has focused on driving excellence and innovation through research. Today, we continue to support trailblazing research, novel ideas and innovative approaches with the hope of eliminating lung disease and improving life for those living with lung disease. With our donors, we are investing in brilliant scientific minds of the future and supporting projects with the potential to improve prevention, detection and treatment options.

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Hear from researchers about the impact of Lung Association support.

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COVID-19 Protein Research Showcased in New Publication

Marcia Goldberg, M.D., aims to detail the response of multiple types of inflammatory cells to COVID-19 infection in humans through her groundbreaking research.

Swimming Against the Current: Challenging, but Gratifying

Learn from Amali Samarasinghe, Ph.D, M.S., about her ground breaking work on the mechanisms of fungal asthma development.

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