CaponGroup

Our team investigates the genetic basis of rare & common forms of psoriasis and the role of IL-36 in tissue-specific and systemic inflammation. @KingsCollegeLon

[CaponGroup @GroupCapon]

Against all odds, our work in Psoriasis research together with our collaborators and supporters is still going on. #worldpsoriasisday #psoriasis #research #dermatology #stem

[Psoriasis UK @PsoriasisUK]

Today is #WorldPsoriasisDay and the start of Psoriasis Awareness Week!

This year we are turning the spotlight on to different types of #psoriasis and want to encourage you to #KnowYourPso.

Find out what we've got planned & how you can support: https://t.co/IJo5MYY9SE

#PAW2020

[Psoriasis UK @PsoriasisUK]

Continuing our focus on #pustular #psoriasis we bring you a video with Dr Francesca Capon discussing the findings from her @PsoriasisUK funded research looking into the mechanisms behind the condition. @FranciCapon @GroupCapon

#KnowYourPso #PAW2020
https://t.co/cWlau0c7eA

[CaponGroup @GroupCapon]

@PUkceo @FranciCapon @natashiaBO @NJR_Newcastle @SulevKoks @AlexNavarini @PsoriasisUK Wonderful to work with you too @PUkceo and the @PsoriasisUK

[Psoriasis UK @PsoriasisUK]

An exciting opportunity has arisen for people living in the #Lancashire & #SouthCumbria area to help shape future #dermatology services by becoming a patient representative.

Find out more: https://t.co/T0wMeGtAaM

[CaponGroup @GroupCapon]

First member of the group back in the lab! #KCL

[CaponGroup @GroupCapon]

A happy Capon group celebrating success and welcoming our new PhD students Claire and Emma 🎉 #wfh #SkinInflammation #Genetics

[mySkin @myskinstudy]

We still need healthcare providers to report patient cases of #COVID19 in #psoriasis.

This will help improve our understanding of how factors such as biologics and comorbidities affect outcomes of COVID-19 in psoriasis.

Report cases here: https://t.co/J4yayA1YIF

[CaponGroup @GroupCapon]

#PsoProtectMe is a brilliant initiative to help understand #COVID19 outcomes in individuals with #psoriasis ! Watch the video and spread the word

[Psoriasis UK @PsoriasisUK]

What is #PsoProtectMe, and why is it so important?

Prof Catherine Smith & Dr Satveer Mahil answer questions about PsoProtectMe, & why they need EVERYONE with #psoriasis to take the survey: https://t.co/jEi9h4MXfH

Full video: https://t.co/sWumysaxEd @PsoProtect

[CaponGroup @GroupCapon]

Virtual Friday lab meetings have become the new normal for the @GroupCapon! Good to see some friendly faces and discuss science 🧬 #KCL #research #psoriasis

[mySkin @myskinstudy]

We’re on a mission to understand how #COVID19 affects people with #psoriasis worldwide! Join us at #PsoProtectMe & #PsoProtect
If you have psoriasis, tell us about yourself at https://t.co/j9Ut37tXs7
If you’re a healthcare provider, report your cases at https://t.co/C6FLmXtgnh

[Psoriasis UK @PsoriasisUK]

Our third PhD grant has been awarded to @FranciCapon to demonstrate the benefits of smoking cessation in #psoriasis.

The study seeks to identify changes that occur in the skin of smokers with #psoriasis & if stopping smoking has beneficial impact ➡️ https://t.co/HVB3wrWpM9

[CaponGroup @GroupCapon]

The Capon group at the latest Psoriasis Patient and Public Involvement meeting at Guy's Hospital. Talks given by Dr Satveer Mahil and Clinical Psychologist Dr Rhiann Jamieson. PhD student Thanos Niaouris, funded by @PsoriasisUK, presented his work. #KCL

[Psoriasis UK @PsoriasisUK]

Do you have a friend or non-blood-related family member who DOES NOT have #psoriasis but might like to help with a pustular psoriasis study? In particular, PLUM study researchers are looking for white women, aged 40+, who currently smoke. Find out more: https://t.co/qbozcNnU9J

[Psoriasis UK @PsoriasisUK]

Maybe you or someone you know has just been diagnosed with #psoriasis or #psoriaticarthritis and are looking for more information. We have tons of useful info on our website including common psoriasis FAQs: https://t.co/FUh6XwgYjS

[CaponGroup @GroupCapon]

Big congrats to our Marta who passed her viva with flying colours today and can now call herself Dr Vergnano 💪🎉 #KCL #Psoriasis

[CaponGroup @GroupCapon]

The Capon group at the 49th European Society of Dermatological Research conference in Bordeaux #ESDR #psoriasis

[CaponGroup @GroupCapon]

Today we are concentrating on making mutant constructs of our genes of interest to look at how these mutations impact gene function in functional assays. It's a serious job 🤣🤣(picture from 2 unaware subjects).#psoriasis #psoriasisresearch #research #science #teamwork #genetics

[Psoriasis UK @PsoriasisUK]

We've recently published our achievements for 2018! Take a look at what we've been up to over the last 12 months, and some of the highlights from our 50th year! https://t.co/gdleLyT2PA #psoriasis

[Psoriasis UK @PsoriasisUK]

Do you have Palmo-Plantar Pustulosis (PPP) - Pustular #psoriasis of the palms of the hands and soles of the feet? The APRICOT trial is recruiting participants to test a new treatment for the condition! Register your interest here https://t.co/K9bWRUvKyH

[CaponGroup @GroupCapon]

Last year we attended the Psoriasis associations Translating innovation into personalised care event and enjoyed it greatly. Talking with a mixed audience of healthcare professionals, researchers and regulators was a great. No doubt this event will be a great success too!

[Psoriasis UK @PsoriasisUK]

Booking for our 50th Anniversary #Psoriasis Conference is now OPEN! Join us at @royalsociety on Saturday 18th May for informative presentations, networking & Question Time - The Psoriasis Edition. Both @PsoriasisUK members & non-members welcome! Book here: https://t.co/2YzG10PYoU