Elucidating the role of mast cell tryptases in chronic obstructive pulmonary disease and Crohn's disease

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Smoking leads to inflammation that causes emphysema and inflammation in the lung and gut, which are major health problems. Once induced, there is a progressive decline in health and there are no effective treatments. Particular proteins and small genes have been discovered that control inflammation in these diseases. We may be able to control these proteins/genes and stop the progression of emphysema and gut inflammation. This project may lead to a completely new way of preventing and treating these diseases.