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MUSICC @musiccproject.bsky.social · 29d

This #WorldPatientSafetyDay we're spotlighting MUSICC's human challenge studies where safety is a number one priority.

From thorough screening to expert medical care, volunteers are supported every step of the way.

Learn more, including how to get involved, at the link below ⬇ 🧪

Get Involved – MUSICC

www.musicc.org

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MUSICC @musiccproject.bsky.social · Sep 4

Are you 18-40 years old and interested in participating in research? We are looking for volunteers to take part in a COVID-19 challenge study.

Participants will be reimbursed approximately £4,935 for their time and travel.

Follow the link for more information ➡️ www.musicc.org/get-involved/

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Branded graphic for challenge study recruitment showing the project and funder logos.

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MUSICC @musiccproject.bsky.social · Sep 4

Are you 18-40 years old and interested in participating in research? We are looking for volunteers to take part in a COVID-19 challenge study.

Participants will be reimbursed approximately £4,935 for their time and travel.

Follow the link for more information ➡️ www.musicc.org/get-involved/

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MUSICC @musiccproject.bsky.social · Aug 20

📰 New article: MUSICC co-funder CEPI’s on-site visit with project teams in the Netherlands furthered progress for achieving MUSICC's goals.

These steps are vital for furthering work towards next-gen mucosal vaccines & strengthening pandemic preparedness. 🧪

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MUSICC in motion: CEPI on-site visit sparks progress in pandemic preparedness – MUSICC

MUSICC partners in the Netherlands hosted a team from co-funder the Coalition for Epidemic Preparedness Innovations (CEPI) for a visit of facilities and trial sites.

www.musicc.org

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MUSICC @musiccproject.bsky.social · Aug 19

📰 Our new article explores MUSICC’s efforts through the lens of our recent work with @72kilos.bsky.social on “Over the Mountain”.

It highlights how collaboration between partners is advancing MUSICC's mission and how art can be a vital medium for science communication.

Read more below ⬇️

Visualising the scale of MUSICC’s work with artist 72kilos – MUSICC

In collaboration with artist 72kilos, MUSICC has created an inspiring vignette that speaks to the overall challenge and goal of the research project.

www.musicc.org

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MUSICC @musiccproject.bsky.social · Aug 18

New from MUSICC: MUSICC consortium partner NCID Singapore establishes infrastructure for human challenge studies targeting coronaviruses. A key step in advancing these study models and global vaccine R&D.

Full article: ➡️ www.musicc.org/ncid-lays-th...

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NCID lays the groundwork for MUSICC trials in Singapore – MUSICC

Singapore’s first human challenge study is paving the way for the future of MUSICC’s work. The Sing-CoV study is being carried out by NCID.

www.musicc.org

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MUSICC @musiccproject.bsky.social · Aug 1

MUSICC has been proudly on display at @breathespeakout.bsky.social today and yesterday! This has been a great initiative for the project to be part of and connect with local communities in our consortium partner's areas. We're looking forward to more engagement opportunities in the future! 🧪

Several individuals stand around a table covered with posters, actively discussing ideas and sharing insights.

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MUSICC @musiccproject.bsky.social · Jul 29

MUSICC will be at Breathe: Speak Out showcasing our beautiful vignette by @72kilos.bsky.social, along with some of our other engagement pieces.

Thanks to @dp440.bsky.social from MUSICC partner @uniofleicester.bsky.social for making this happen!

Register for a free ticket via the link below ⬇️

Breathe: Speak Out @breathespeakout.bsky.social · Jul 28

Less than a week to go, don’t forget to register for Breathe: Speak Out!

Step inside the story of how viruses spread, hear real-life experiences, and get hands-on with science.

👉 Book now: www.tickettailor.com/events/nihrl...

@leicestersresearch.bsky.social @dp440.bsky.social

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MUSICC @musiccproject.bsky.social · Jul 4

MUSICC was featured in a recent art exhibition with an amazing bespoke piece by @72kilos.bsky.social!

The piece is a great conjoining of art and science, helping to spread the messages of the project in a unique way.

To learn more about "Over the Mountain" check out the post below ⬇️ 🧪

Research Impact Management Office @rimoimperial.bsky.social · Jul 4

"Over the Mountain" by @72kilos.bsky.social is an artistic interpretation of the @musiccproject.bsky.social part of the "Making Research Glow" exhibition @imperialcollegeldn.bsky.social

RIMO leads the project management and communication activities for the project 🦠

Read more 👉 bit.ly/4eHROzp

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MUSICC @musiccproject.bsky.social · Jun 8

We're making viruses from public opinions! At #GERF2025 we're asking the public if they would take part in a human challenge study: green for yes, red for no, and blue for maybe. The mix of opinions is fascinating and it's clear there's a hunger to know more! 🧪@imperialinfect.bsky.social, @cepi.net

A polystyrene ball that has coloured flags inserted into it representing the opinions of the public on participation in human challenge studies. The ball has been designed to look like a large virus.

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MUSICC @musiccproject.bsky.social · Jun 8

We had an amazing first day at the @ExRdFestival! We talked to loads of people about human challenge studies and the work of MUSICC, IMMPROVE, GERMINATE, CHANTS, Hic-Vac, and INFLAMMAGE. We're back today in South Kensington, London. Come on by! #GERF2025 @imperialinfect.bsky.social @ovg.ox.ac.uk 🧪

A group of researchers presenting the 'Would you get sick for science stand?' at the Great Exhibition Road Festival 2025. The stand is populated by various banners, posters and activities to engage the public on human challenge studies.

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MUSICC @musiccproject.bsky.social · Jun 6

Find us tomorrow in the Eureka Zone at the Great Exhibition Road Festival, London! We'll be talking all things human challenge studies, with activities for people of all ages. Hope to see you there! 🧪

More info below ⬇️
www.greatexhibitionroadfestival.co.uk/zones/eureka...

A sign on an easel advertising the Eureka Zone at the Great Exhibition Road Festival 2025, next to a banner advertising the MUSICC project, a project developing COVID-19 vaccines.

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MUSICC @musiccproject.bsky.social · May 20

This Clinical Trials Day we're celebrating all of MUSICC's clinical research professionals! Some were recently highlighted by Imperial College on the power of human challenge studies. Their work is powering development of the next generation of COVID-19 vaccines. #CTD2025 ⬇️🧪

Infecting people on purpose: The power of human challenge studies in tackling infectious disease

Imperial College London is a global leader in human challenge studies, pioneering the development of human challenge models for a wide range of pathogens - from COVID-19 to malaria. We spoke to some o...

www.imperial.ac.uk

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MUSICC @musiccproject.bsky.social · May 20

🎉 Happy Clinical Trials Day! 🎉 James Lind's 1747 scurvy trial paved the way for today's human challenge studies, crucial for vaccine development. Discover firsthand COVID-19 study experiences in the video below and learn more at the following link: www.musicc.org/get-involved/

#CTD2025 🧪

What's a human challenge trial of COVID-19 like?

YouTube video by University of Oxford

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MUSICC @musiccproject.bsky.social · May 16

Just a few days left to apply for this great opportunity to support advancement of protection against viral respiratory infections 👇 🧪

MUSICC @musiccproject.bsky.social · May 9

⚠ Job Alert ⚠

Passionate about advancing knowledge on protecting against respiratory viral infections? We're recruiting to support MUSICC:

Clinical Data Manager
💲 £56,652 - £68,005 per annum
📍 Imperial College London, Hammersmith Campus - Hybrid
📆 Closing date: 19 May 2025
👇 Apply below
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Description

Please note that job descriptions are not exhaustive, and you may be asked to take on additional duties that align with the key responsibilities ment...

www.imperial.ac.uk

MUSICC @musiccproject.bsky.social · May 12

Happening today!

Join MUSICC Consortium Lead Professor Chris Chiu for an interesting webinar on pandemic preparedness. 🧪

Find the details in the post below ⬇️

MUSICC @musiccproject.bsky.social · May 8

Upcoming webinar!

Learn from Prof. Chris Chiu, MUSICC Consortium Lead, on pandemic preparedness. He will be discussing new vaccines, human challenge models and the MUSICC project.

📅 Date: Mon 12th May
🕒 Time: 12:30-1:30pm GMT+1
📍 Location: Zoom

Register here ⬇️

Preparing for the next pandemic

In this seminar two experts will talk about their research programmes and answer your questions.

www.eventbrite.co.uk

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MUSICC @musiccproject.bsky.social · May 9

⚠ Job Alert ⚠

Passionate about advancing knowledge on protecting against respiratory viral infections? We're recruiting to support MUSICC:

Clinical Data Manager
💲 £56,652 - £68,005 per annum
📍 Imperial College London, Hammersmith Campus - Hybrid
📆 Closing date: 19 May 2025
👇 Apply below
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Description

Please note that job descriptions are not exhaustive, and you may be asked to take on additional duties that align with the key responsibilities ment...

www.imperial.ac.uk

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MUSICC @musiccproject.bsky.social · May 8

Upcoming webinar!

Learn from Prof. Chris Chiu, MUSICC Consortium Lead, on pandemic preparedness. He will be discussing new vaccines, human challenge models and the MUSICC project.

📅 Date: Mon 12th May
🕒 Time: 12:30-1:30pm GMT+1
📍 Location: Zoom

Register here ⬇️

Preparing for the next pandemic

In this seminar two experts will talk about their research programmes and answer your questions.

www.eventbrite.co.uk

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MUSICC @musiccproject.bsky.social · May 8

Register here: ➡️https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/preparing-for-the-next-pandemic-tickets-1334942000459?aff=oddtdtcreator

MUSICC @musiccproject.bsky.social · Apr 30

🎧 Listen now: www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/play/...

The Evidence - Would you get sick for science? - BBC Sounds

Why are some people deliberately infected with diseases?

www.bbc.co.uk

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MUSICC @musiccproject.bsky.social · Apr 30

As we wrap up #WIW25, we’re looking back at BBC’s The Evidence podcast episode, "Would you get sick for science?" featuring MUSICC’s Prof. Chris Chiu.

Discover the fascinating world of human challenge studies and their crucial role in vaccine development. 💉🧪
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MUSICC @musiccproject.bsky.social · Apr 29

A key part of MUSICC is developing next-gen COVID-19 vaccines. Communicating vaccine function is vital for public trust and understanding.

Our co-funder @cepi.net has shared some insightful articles on commonly searched vaccine questions. Click the original post below! ⬇️ #WIW2025 🧪

CEPI @cepi.net · Apr 24

For #WorldImmunizationWeek, take a look at a new collection of explainers from CEPI that answer some of the most commonly searched questions about the vaccine technology behind the immunisations that help to protect vulnerable populations around the world.

Explore them in the posts below ⏬

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Imperial Medicine @imperialmed.bsky.social · Apr 28

Not all #vaccines need a needle.

Professor Chris Chiu's (@cchiu.bsky.social) latest research project—@musiccproject.bsky.social—is testing the potential of nasal and inhaled vaccines against #COVID19 and other viruses.

Read more, this #WorldImmunizationWeek 👉 www.imperial.ac.uk/Stories/the-...

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MUSICC @musiccproject.bsky.social · Apr 25

Human challenge studies are key in vaccine development, helping us understand pathogen behaviour inside the human body. Hear first-hand experiences of participating in a COVID-19 human challenge study in the video below and learn more at the following link: ➡️ www.musicc.org/get-involved

#WIW2025 💉🧪

What's a human challenge trial of COVID-19 like?

YouTube video by University of Oxford

youtu.be

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MUSICC @musiccproject.bsky.social · Apr 24

This #WorldImmunizationWeek some of our dedicated researchers have been highlighted as part of Imperial College London's piece on the power of human challenge studies. Their groundbreaking work as part of the MUSICC project is making immunisation for all #HumanlyPossible. 💉🧪

Imperial Medicine @imperialmed.bsky.social · Apr 24

From COVID-19 to malaria, human challenge studies are helping develop life-saving #vaccines. 💉

This #WorldImmunizationWeek, discover how our @imperialcollegeldn.bsky.social researchers are making immunisation for all #HumanlyPossible.

Read more ⤵️ www.imperial.ac.uk/Stories/the-... #WIW2025

Infecting people on purpose: The power of human challenge studies in tackling infectious disease

Imperial College London is a global leader in human challenge studies, pioneering the development of human challenge models for a wide range of pathogens - from COVID-19 to malaria. We spoke to some o...

www.imperial.ac.uk

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