
Overview
Background
Professor Ian Yang is a Thoracic Physician and Director of Thoracic Medicine at The Prince Charles Hospital, and Head of the PCH-Northside Clinical Unit, School of Clinical Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, The University of Queensland, Brisbane, Australia.
Availability
- Professor Ian Yang is:
- Available for supervision
Fields of research
Qualifications
- Bachelor (Honours) of Medicine Surgery, The University of Queensland
- Postgraduate Diploma, University of Newcastle
- Doctor of Philosophy, The University of Queensland
- Asian Pacific Society of Respirology, Asian Pacific Society of Respirology
- Royal Australasian College of Physicians, Royal Australasian College of Physicians
- The Thoracic Society of Australia and New Zealand, The Thoracic Society of Australia and New Zealand
Research interests
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Clinical and translational research in chronic lung diseases
Pathogenesis, diagnosis and treatment of chronic lung diseases, including COPD, asthma, lung cancer, mesothelioma and effects of air pollution
Research impacts
His clinical work is in the field of thoracic medicine, and his research team is studying gene-environmental interaction in COPD, asthma, lung cancer and air pollution. He is involved in the training of higher degree students in translational research into lung diseases.
He is a Chair of the National COPD Guidelines Committee of the Lung Foundation Australia, and a member of the COPD Coordinating Committee. He is Chair of the Medical Programs and Research Advisory Committee of the Asthma Foundation Queensland NSW.
Works
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2004
Journal Article
Characterization of two polymorphisms in the leukotriene C4 synthase gene in an Australian population of subjects with mild, moderate, and severe asthma
Kedda, MA, Shi, J, Duffy, D, Phelps, S, Yang, I, O'Hara, K, Fong, K and Thompson, PJ (2004). Characterization of two polymorphisms in the leukotriene C4 synthase gene in an Australian population of subjects with mild, moderate, and severe asthma. Journal of Allergy & Clinical Immunology, 113 (5), 889-895. doi: 10.1016/j.jaci.2004.02.008
2003
Journal Article
Mannose-binding lectin gene polymorphism predicts hospital admissions for COPD infections
Yang, I. A., Seeney, S. L., Wolter, J. M., Anders, E. M., McCormack, J. G., Tunnicliffe, A. M., Rabnott, G. C., Shaw, J. G., Dent, A. G., Kim, S. T., Zimmerman, P. V. and Fong, K. M. (2003). Mannose-binding lectin gene polymorphism predicts hospital admissions for COPD infections. Genes & Immunity, 4 (4), 269-274. doi: 10.1038/sj.gene.6363961
2003
Journal Article
Polymorphisms in Toll-like receptor 4 and the systemic inflammatory response syndrome
Child, NJA, Yang, IA, Pulletz, MCK, de Courcy-Golder, K, Andrews, AL, Pappachan, VJ and Holloway, JW (2003). Polymorphisms in Toll-like receptor 4 and the systemic inflammatory response syndrome. Biochemical Society Transactions, 31 (3), 652-653. doi: 10.1042/BST0310652
2003
Journal Article
(-)-CGP 12177 increases contractile force and hastens relaxation of human myocardial preparations through a propranolol-resistant state of the beta1-adrenoceptor
Sarsero, Doreen, Russell, Fraser D., Lynham, James A., Rabnott, Glenn, Yang, Ian, Fong, Kwun M., Li, Li, Kaumann, Alberto J. and Molenaar, Peter (2003). (-)-CGP 12177 increases contractile force and hastens relaxation of human myocardial preparations through a propranolol-resistant state of the beta1-adrenoceptor. Naunyn-Schmiedeberg's Archives of Pharmacology, 367 (1), 10-21. doi: 10.1007/s00210-002-0652-9
2003
Journal Article
TLR4 Asp299Gly polymorphism is not associated with coronary artery stenosis
Yang, Ian A., Holloway, John W. and Ye, Shu (2003). TLR4 Asp299Gly polymorphism is not associated with coronary artery stenosis. Atherosclerosis, 170 (1), 187-190. doi: 10.1016/S0021-9150(03)00286-7
2002
Conference Publication
The positive inotropic effects of norepinephrine are potentiated by chronic beta1-blocker administration but are conserved across Ser49Gly- and Gly389Arg-beta1-adrenergic receptor polymorphisms in human right atrium
Molenaar, P., Russell, F. D., Rabnott, G., Yang, I., Fong, K. M., Savarimuthu, S. M., Li, L. and West, M. J. (2002). The positive inotropic effects of norepinephrine are potentiated by chronic beta1-blocker administration but are conserved across Ser49Gly- and Gly389Arg-beta1-adrenergic receptor polymorphisms in human right atrium. American Heart Association Scientific Sessions 2002, Chicago, 17-20 Nov, 2002. Hagerstown, U.S.A.: Lippincott Williams & Wilkins.
2002
Journal Article
Conservation of the cardiostimulant effects of (-)-Norepinephrine across Ser49Gly and Gly389Arg Beta1-adrenergic receptor polymorphisms in human right atrium in vitro
Molenaar, P., Rabnott, G., Yang, I., Fong, K. M., Savarimuthu, S. M., Li, L., West, M. J. and Russell, F. D. (2002). Conservation of the cardiostimulant effects of (-)-Norepinephrine across Ser49Gly and Gly389Arg Beta1-adrenergic receptor polymorphisms in human right atrium in vitro. Journal of The American College of Cardiology, 40 (7), 1275-1282. doi: 10.1016/S0735-1097(02)02137-X
2002
Other Outputs
Genetic variation in COPD pathogenesis
Yang, Ian Anthony (2002). Genetic variation in COPD pathogenesis. PhD Thesis, School of Medicine, The University of Queensland. doi: 10.14264/106084
2000
Conference Publication
Tumour necrosis factor (TNF ), myeloperoxides (MPO) and interleukin-1 receptor antagonist polymorphisms in cystic fibrosis.
Gan, R., Bowler, S. D., Seeney, S. L., Wolter, J.M., Masel, P. J., Bunting, J., Tunnicliffe, A. M., Rabnott, G. C., Yang, I. A. and Bell, S. (2000). Tumour necrosis factor (TNF ), myeloperoxides (MPO) and interleukin-1 receptor antagonist polymorphisms in cystic fibrosis.. Fourteenth Annual North American Cystic Fibrosis Conference, Baltimore Maryland, USA, 9-12 Novewmber, 2000. New York USA: Wiley-Liss.
2000
Conference Publication
Azithromycin (AZM) reduces TNF- release from lipopolysachcharide (LPS) - stimulated mononuclear cells (PBMC) in cystic fibrosis
Bell, S., Wolter, J. M., Seeney, S. L., Gan, R., Yang, I., Bowler, S. D. and Mccormack, J. G. (2000). Azithromycin (AZM) reduces TNF- release from lipopolysachcharide (LPS) - stimulated mononuclear cells (PBMC) in cystic fibrosis. Fourteenth Annual North American Cystic Fibrosis Conference, Baltimore Maryland, USA, 9-12 Novembe, 2000. New York, USA: Wiley Liss, Div John Wiley & Sons.
2000
Conference Publication
Azithromycin (AZM) reduced TNF- release from lipopolysachharide (LPS)-stimulated mononuclear cells (PBMC) in cystic fibrosis (CF)
Wolter, J. M., Seeney, S. L., Yang, I. A., Bowler, S. D., Bell, S. and Mccormack, J. G. (2000). Azithromycin (AZM) reduced TNF- release from lipopolysachharide (LPS)-stimulated mononuclear cells (PBMC) in cystic fibrosis (CF). ASID Annual Scientific Meeting, Laura, NSW, 15-19 April, 2001. Balgowlah NSW: ADIS Press Australia.
1999
Conference Publication
GSTM1 and GSTT1 genotypes in Australians with NSCLC
Gan, R., Yang, I. A., Tunnicliffe, A. M., Rabnott, G. C. and Fong, K. M. (1999). GSTM1 and GSTT1 genotypes in Australians with NSCLC. Pulmonary-Renal Interface, Hyatt Regency Sanctuary Cove, 26 - 28 Nov, 1999. Qld.: Thoracic Society.
1999
Conference Publication
b2 adrenergic receptor genotypes in severe asthma
Douglas, J. A., Yang, I., Rabnott, G. C., Tunnicliffe, A. M., McCarthy, J. B., Zimmerman, P. V. and Fong, K. M. (1999). b2 adrenergic receptor genotypes in severe asthma. Heart and Lungs, Canberra, 26 Feb - 3 March 1999. Carlton, Vic.: Blackwell Science.
1999
Conference Publication
b2 adrenoceptor genotypes and life-threatening asthma
Rabnott, G. C., Tunnicliffe, A. M., Yang, I. A., Douglas, J. A., Shaw, J., McCarthy, J. B., Zimmerman, P. V. and Fong, K. M. (1999). b2 adrenoceptor genotypes and life-threatening asthma. Pulmonary-Renal Interface, Hyatt Regency Sanctuary Cove, 26 - 28 Nov, 1999. Qld.: Thoracic Society of Qld..
1999
Conference Publication
GSTT1 and GSTM1 polymorphisms in Australian chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) patients
Yang, I. A., Gan, R., Tunniclife, A. M., Rabnott, G. C., Zimmerman, P.V. and Fong, K. M. (1999). GSTT1 and GSTM1 polymorphisms in Australian chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) patients. European Society Annual Congress, Madrid, Spain, 9 - 13 Oct, 1999. Copenhagen, Denmark: European Respiratory Society & Munksgaard Int. Publishers.
1999
Conference Publication
GSTM1 genotypes in Australian patients with NSCLC
Gan, R., Yang, I., Tunnicliffe, A. M., Rabnott, G. C., Bowman, R., Zimmerman, P.V. and Fong, K. M. (1999). GSTM1 genotypes in Australian patients with NSCLC. Heart and Lungs, Canberra, 26 Feb - 3 March 1999. Carlton, Vic.: Blackwell Science.
1999
Journal Article
Trepopnoea due to positional narrowing of the left main bronchus
Yang, I.A., Bell, S.C., Fong, K.M. and Aldons, P.M. (1999). Trepopnoea due to positional narrowing of the left main bronchus. Australian and New Zealand Journal of Medicine, 29 (6), 838-839. doi: 10.1111/j.1445-5994.1999.tb00800.x
1999
Conference Publication
GSTM1 and GSTP1 polymorphisms in chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)
Yang, I. A., Gan, R., Tunnicliffe, A. M., Rabnott, G. C., Slaughter, R., Zimmerman, P.V. and Fong, K. M. (1999). GSTM1 and GSTP1 polymorphisms in chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). Pulmonary-Renal Interface, Hyatt Regency Sanctuary Cove, 26 - 28 Nov, 1999. Qld.: Thoracic Society of Qld..
1999
Conference Publication
Quantification of pulmonary emphysema using high-resolution computed tomography
Yang, I., Slaughter, R., Roszkowski, A., Fong, K. M. and Zimmerman, P. V. (1999). Quantification of pulmonary emphysema using high-resolution computed tomography. Heart and Lungs., Canberra, 26 Feb - 3 March 1999. Carlton, Vic.: Blackwell Science.
1999
Conference Publication
Health informatics in nursing education, research and quality assurance for asthma
Moloney, C., Fong, K. M., Yang, I., Reilly, R. and Zimmerman, P. V. (1999). Health informatics in nursing education, research and quality assurance for asthma. Heart and Lungs, Canberra, 26 Feb - 3 March 1999. Carlton, Vic.: Blackwell Science.
Funding
Current funding
Past funding
Supervision
Availability
- Professor Ian Yang is:
- Available for supervision
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Available projects
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Diagnosis and treatment of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease
Improving approaches to the early diagnosis, monitoring and management of patients with COPD
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Lung ageing
Genetics and epigenetics of ageing in the lung
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The lung's response to air pollution
Gene-environment interaction in the lung's response to exposure to air pollutants
Supervision history
Current supervision
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Master Philosophy
Elastin turnover in the lung microenvironment and its significance in Lung Repair and Non-Small Cell Lung Carcinoma (NSCLC)
Principal Advisor
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Master Philosophy
Elastin turnover in the lung microenvironment and its significance in Lung Repair and Non-Small Cell Lung Carcinoma (NSCLC)
Principal Advisor
Other advisors: Professor Kwun Fong
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Master Philosophy
A multivariable prediction model for osteoporotic fracture and low bone density in a lung cancer screening cohort
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Professor Kwun Fong, Associate Professor Henry Marshall
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Doctor Philosophy
Precision medicine in the genomic era: emerging technologies for molecular profiling of lung cancer
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Professor Kwun Fong
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Doctor Philosophy
Blood biomarkers for lung cancer screening
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Professor Kwun Fong, Associate Professor Henry Marshall
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Master Philosophy
A multivariable prediction model for osteoporotic fracture in a lung cancer screening cohort
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Professor Kwun Fong, Associate Professor Henry Marshall
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Doctor Philosophy
Molecular drivers of lung cancer.
Associate Advisor
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Doctor Philosophy
Randomised pragmatic trial of comprehensive tissue sampling enabled by ultrathin bronchoscopic Radial probe EndoBronchial Ultrasound versus CT-guided TransThoracic needle aspiration/biopsy (REBUTT) for evaluation of peripheral pulmonary lesions.
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Professor Kwun Fong
Completed supervision
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2021
Doctor Philosophy
Diagnostic, prognostic and therapeutic applications of extracellular vesicles in chronic obstructive pulmonary disease and lung cancer
Principal Advisor
Other advisors: Professor Kwun Fong
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2021
Master Philosophy
The Clinical Journey of Patients with a Severe Exacerbation of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD): from the Ambulance to the Emergency Department to the Hospital Ward
Principal Advisor
Other advisors: Professor Kwun Fong
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2019
Master Philosophy
Cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) for patients with chronic lung disease and psychological comorbidities undergoing pulmonary rehabilitation
Principal Advisor
Other advisors: Professor Kwun Fong
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2018
Doctor Philosophy
The response of human bronchial epithelial cells to outdoor air pollution: Interventions to protect the diseased lung against diesel emission exposure
Principal Advisor
Other advisors: Professor Kwun Fong
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2012
Master Philosophy
Genetic influences on right ventricular systolic pressure (RVSP) in chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)
Principal Advisor
Other advisors: Professor Kwun Fong, Associate Professor Paul Zimmerman
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2024
Doctor Philosophy
Population-wide outcomes of catheter ablation of atrial fibrillation
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Associate Professor Isuru Ranasinghe
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2023
Doctor Philosophy
Air pollution and child health in low- and middle-income countries
Associate Advisor
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2014
Doctor Philosophy
MOLECULAR MECHANISMS UNDERLYING PROGRESSION OF CHRONIC OBSTRUCTIVE PULMONARY DISEASE (COPD)
Joint Principal Advisor
Other advisors: Professor Kwun Fong
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2024
Doctor Philosophy
Screening For Biomarkers in Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Professor Kwun Fong
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2023
Doctor Philosophy
Using proteomics to understand and prevent asthma exacerbations with macrolide antibiotics
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Honorary Professor John Upham
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2022
Doctor Philosophy
The Association Between Maternal and Childhood Environmental Exposures and Mental Health and Cognitive Function of Australian Children.
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Professor Gita Mishra
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2022
Doctor Philosophy
Evaluation of Pleural Fluid Extracellular Vesicles for Diagnostic Utility in Malignant Pleural Mesothelioma
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Professor Kwun Fong
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2021
Doctor Philosophy
Evaluating NanoString Technology to Enhance the Molecular Characterisation of Lung Cancer
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Professor Kwun Fong
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2021
Doctor Philosophy
Retrospective cohort studies on the lung cancer secondary care diagnostic pathway: Factors that influence waiting time intervals and patient experience
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Professor Kwun Fong
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2017
Doctor Philosophy
The Role of Exhaled Breath Analysis in the Diagnosis and Monitoring of Lung Diseases
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Associate Professor David Fielding, Professor Kwun Fong, Associate Professor Paul Zimmerman
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2015
Master Philosophy
Lung cancer in rural and remote Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities in Queensland: Awareness and identifying health needs in a cultural context.
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Professor Kwun Fong
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2015
Doctor Philosophy
The Queensland Lung Cancer Screening Study
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Professor Kwun Fong, Associate Professor Paul Zimmerman
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2014
Doctor Philosophy
Genomic characterisation of asbestos-related lung cancer
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Professor Kwun Fong
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2013
Doctor Philosophy
MOLECULAR BIOMARKERS IN THORACIC ONCOLOGY
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Professor Kwun Fong
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2013
Doctor Philosophy
Aberrant microRNA Expression in Lung Cancer
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Professor Kwun Fong
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2008
Master Philosophy
The Genetic Basis of Carvedilol Responsiveness in Human Heart Failure
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Honorary Professor Peter Molenaar
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