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The respiratory system is complex.
The respiratory (breathing) system can be affected by many different kinds of disease. We seek to find ways to help this system work better when affected by disease.
Chronic cough
Although not life-threatening, chronic (long-lasting) cough affects people’s social lives and mental well-being. We’ve dedicated ourselves to researching treatments for those who live with a chronic cough.
RSV
RSV (respiratory syncytial virus) is the most common virus that leads to bronchitis and pneumonia in children under age 1. It affects the very young and can also affect older adults, and we’re committed to researching potential new treatment options.