Incredible research from UCL Medical Physics and Biomedical Engineering has revealed a promising combination of cancer treatments that could help patients with locally advanced rectal cancer live longer. Find out more ⬇️

AI reveals cancer therapy’s effectiveness

Artificial intelligence developed by researchers at UCL has revealed a promising combination of cancer treatments that could help patients with locally advanced rectal cancer live longer.

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What does the demise of the UK’s department of science means for the future of research? Professor James Wilsdon (UCL Science, Technology, Engineering and Public Policy) comments on the effects of the shutdown of the UK’s department of science in The Conversation. Read more ⬇️

What the sudden demise of the UK’s department of science means for the future of research

If we want to be reminded what real damage to a science system looks like, we only need to glance across the Atlantic.

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Police in the UK are overwhelmed by the amount and complexity of the digital data they collect while investigating crimes and need better support to make decisions about what devices should be seized, prioritised and examined, finds a new report led by UCL Computer Science. Read more ⬇️

A lifeline for police drowning in digital data

Police in the UK are overwhelmed by the amount and complexity of the digital data they collect while investigating crimes and need better support to make decisions about what devices should be…

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Did you know that 300,000 nappies are thrown away globally every minute? Researchers from UCL Engineering have made recommendations on how to reduce the environmental impact of absorbent hygiene products such as nappies. Read more ⬇️

Experts call for action on growing nappy waste crisis

Earlier toilet training and new recycling technologies are among expert-backed solutions to reduce the environmental impact of disposable nappies and other hygiene products, described in a new study…

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Duncan Brumby (UCL Interaction Centre) comments on new research which has discovered that AI tools may twist messages on sensitive topics, which could create long-term shifts in public opinion. Read more ⬇️ www.theguardian.com/technology/2...

AI altering meaning of users’ drafts on issues from abortion to climate, study finds

Researchers say small changes in drafting could spread rapidly and create long-term shifts in public opinion

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We are pleased to announce that our Association of British Science Writers Media Fellows for 2026 are Dr Mark Colley, Dr Natalie Wint, and Dr Preetish Kakoty 👏

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#MediaFellows 10 Media Fellows supported by 6 institutions will join the class of 2026 The ABSW Media Fellowships provide a unique opportunity for scientists, clinicians, and engineers to spend up to 6 weeks working at the heart of a media outlet. 🔗 zurl.co/g045J

We are really sorry to let you know that UCL Open Days on Friday 26 and Saturday 27 June 2026 have been cancelled. Please do not travel to campus for these events. For the latest updates, please visit: https://www.ucl.ac.uk/study/prospective-students/open-days/undergraduate-open-days

Ready for your next step in healthcare engineering? 🧬 Join the UCL Life and Medical Sciences Postgraduate Open Evening to meet academics and students, explore our postgraduate courses, and discover what it’s like to study at UCL. 🗓️ 10 June, 5-8pm 📍 UCL, London 🎟️ Book: bit.ly/4vp24ne

The Pousaz Family Scholarship is now open! Eligible MScs: • Entrepreneurship • Engineering for International Development • Engineering with Innovation & Entrepreneurship • Nature-Inspired Engineering • Creativity, Innovation & Leadership Deadline: 31 May 2026 Apply now: www.ucl.ac.uk/engineering/...

Interested in workers’ rights, their protection and enforcement? Come join us at the Working Lives Conference in London on 13 & 14 May 2026, co-hosted by UCL and the Fair Work Agency. We’ve got an amazing line up for you (1/2) www.ucl.ac.uk/engineering/...

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Working Lives: The scale and nature of precarious work and labour market non-compliance in the UK and beyond. Presented by UCL Department of Security and Crime Science.

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UCL Engineering is deepening its partnership with Kazakhstan’s Bolashak programme; a major international scholarship supporting study at top global universities. The collaboration will expand opportunities for students and strengthen research and education links. 🔗 www.ucl.ac.uk/engineering/...

Proud to celebrate G‑Research’s induction into UCL’s Circle of Benefactors 🎉 The partnership is supporting PhD research and student opportunity across UCL Engineering — strengthening links between world‑leading research and industry. 🔗 Read more: buff.ly/0FYU6fu

UCL East #Postgraduate Open Evening - hope you have explored your options and have seen what this campus has to offer, #lab tours are always our favourite! 🧪🤩 www.youtube.com/shorts/F3MRS... #UCL #UniversityCollegeLondon #masters #StudyUCL @uclchemistry.bsky.social @uclengineering.bsky.social

UCL East #Postgraduate Open Evening, #lab tours are always our favourite 🧪🤩

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UCL Engineering has worked with colleagues in UCL’s Office for the Vice Provost Advancement (OVPA) to develop this partnership, which reinvigorates a longstanding relationship between UCL Electronic and Electrical Engineering (UCL EEE) and Tech Mahindra.

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UCL has announced a new collaboration with Tech Mahindra to accelerate joint research in emerging technologies - from generative AI and quantum computing to world models and next generation LLMs. The news was revealed at this week's India AI Impact Summit in Delhi: www.ucl.ac.uk/news/2026/fe...

We’re thrilled to announce the next chapter in our partnership with Hyundai Together, we’re launching 3 cutting-edge research projects to accelerate development of next-generation technologies for electric vehicles, hydrogen fuel cells & green hydrogen production.  www.ucl.ac.uk/engineering/...

UCL and Hyundai to develop faster charging batteries and hydrogen powered vehicles

UCL is partnering with Hyundai to accelerate the development of next-generation technologies for electric vehicles, hydrogen fuel cells and green hydrogen.

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A new AI-assisted brain atlas that can visualise the human brain in unprecedented detail has been developed by a team led by Dr Juan Eugenio Iglesias @uclengineering.bsky.social & Dr Zane Jaunmuktane @uclbrainscience.bsky.social, in a major advance in neuroimaging www.ucl.ac.uk/news/2025/no...

New brain atlas offers unprecedented detail in MRI scans

A new AI-assisted brain atlas that can help visualise the human brain in unprecedented detail has been developed by UCL researchers, in a major step forward for neuroscience and neuroimaging.

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🚀 We’re proud to celebrate the launch of the Global Industrial Technology Cooperation Centre (GITCC)! This milestone reflects UCL Engineering’s commitment to global partnerships that drive innovation and industrial growth. 🌍

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UCL is celebrating the launch of The Global Industrial Technology Cooperation Centre, a pioneering initiative designed to strengthen UK-Korea industrial research led by UCL. The Centre focus will focus on next-generation mobility, biotechnology, semiconductors, batteries, and AI: bit.ly/483DO1b

🚀 Just launched! UCL's Grand Challenge of Transformative Technology Impact Report Celebrating the work of researchers, innovators & partners from UCL and beyond, the report highlights how innovation can improve lives and benefit humanity. 🔗 https://bit.ly/4niclx3

Launch of the Grand Challenge of Transformative Technology Impact Report

UCL Grand Challenges has launched the Grand Challenge of Transformative Technology Impact Report, celebrating almost a decade of pioneering research and collaboration exploring how innovation and tech...

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Today we celebrate Ada Lovelace Day, recognising the first computer programmer and the continuing achievements of women in computing. 💻 ➡️Find out more about our commitment to supporting and encouraging women in the field: www.ucl.ac.uk/engineering/... #AdaLovelaceDay #WomenInSTEM #AthenaSwan

Gender Equality (Athena SWAN)

As a proud Athena SWAN Gold Award holder, UCL Computer Science is committed to promoting gender equality.

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We're proud to have contributed to 'Trailblazers & Transformers: UK Business Sectors Redefining Sustainability' with @globalcompactuk.bsky.social. The STEaPP department led key contributions shaping this landmark report on UK sustainability progress. ➡️Read more: www.ucl.ac.uk/grand-challe...

New Report Benchmarks UK Business SDGs: UCL Collaborates to Identify Sector Strengths and Gaps

A new report offers a timely snapshot of how UK business sectors are progressing on sustainability and where urgent action is needed to meet the UN SDGs by 2030.

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UN Global Compact Network UK@globalcompactuk.bsky.social · 10mo ago

In collaboration with UCL, Newcastle University & Euromonitor International, we have launched a new report: Trailblazers & Transformers: UK Business Sectors Redefining Sustainability, examining how UK industries are progressing against the SDGs! Read the full report here: shorturl.at/upGBL

The time to carry out diagnostic MRI scans for dementia can be cut to one third of their standard length, finds a new study led by @uclqsion.bsky.social researchers with @uclengineering.bsky.social, who say it could at least double the number of dementia scans that can be done in one day

Faster MRI scans offer new hope for dementia diagnosis

The time to carry out diagnostic MRI scans for dementia can be cut to one third of their standard length, according to a new study led by UCL researchers.

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UCL has been rated as a leading university for knowledge exchange for the fifth year in a row in Research England’s Knowledge Exchange Framework (KEF). Read the news story: bit.ly/46tDarL #KEF5 @uclenterprise.bsky.social

🤩 This Oct, the #UCLSoM Speaker Series returns to Level 50 🌍 Open to the UCL community, network & hear from leaders on GenAI (Rahul Sood), startups (Alberto Zandi) & impact (Derya Metras, Meta VP EMEA) ✨ Reserve your spot 👉 ow.ly/7jQj50WV1uf #Networking #GenAi #Impact

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New Fellow: Professor Panagiota Angeli FREng is a leader in multiphase flows for sustainable processing. She co-directs two @ukri.org programme grants and led @uclengineering.bsky.social to an Athena Swan Gold Award, supporting equality across engineering. raeng.org.uk/about-us/fel... #RAEngFellows

RAEng Fellow 2025: Professor Panagiota Angeli FREng

Professor Panagiota Angeli has an international research profile, specialising in multiphase flows and their application to sustainable processing.

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New Fellow: Professor Sriram Subramanian FREng is reshaping how we interact with sound. An advocate for science communication and founder of Ultraleap and AcoustoFab, he is revolutionising acoustic robotic systems. @uclengineering.bsky.social raeng.org.uk/about-us/fel... #RAEngFellows

RAEng Fellow 2025: Professor Sriram Subramanian FREng

Professor Sriram Subramanian is reshaping how we interact with sound. An advocate for science communication and founder of Ultra Leap and Acoustofab, he is revolutionising acoustic robotic systems.

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New Fellow: Professor Haroun Mahgerefteh FREng is an expert in carbon capture, utilisation and storage. His PipeTech software assesses the safety of thousands of kilometres of pressurised pipelines transporting hazardous materials, including CO₂. @ucl.ac.uk raeng.org.uk/about-us/fel... #RAEngFellows

RAEng Fellow 2025: Professor Haroun Mahgerefteh FREng

Professor Haroun Mahgerefteh is a leading expert in carbon capture, utilisation and storage (CCUS), as well as safety and loss prevention.

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One year ago today, we kicked off the UCL Festival of Engineering. Over the next 6 days, we welcomed more than 7000 people to over 250 events across 6 London boroughs. Find out more about what we got up to during a pretty extraordinary week ⬇️

Six days to save the world: 7,000 people attend UCL Festival of Engineering

The UCL Festival of Engineering, which took place from 15-20 July, brought cutting edge science and engineering to adults and young people from across London and beyond. Here’s the story of the week…

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We're delighted UCL is partnering with the Korea Institute for Advancement of Technology (KIAT) to launch the UK’s first Global Industrial Technology Cooperation Centre (GITCC). Read the story: bit.ly/3ImlXbq

On Track, our new documentary looking at women in engineering and motorsport, premieres at 8pm BST this Thursday. Go bookmark it now! CC @funsizesuze.bsky.social @maddipaddy.bsky.social @denkmit.bsky.social @uclengineering.bsky.social @motomatters.com @helenczerski.bsky.social

On Track: The Changing World of Women in Engineering and Motorsport | FULL DOCUMENTARY

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Congratulations to Professor @markmiodownik.bsky.social @uclengineering.bsky.social, who's been appointed the new @royalsociety.org Professor for Public Engagement in Science, with a mission to transform our understanding of how we make, use, reuse and recycle products www.ucl.ac.uk/news/2025/ju...

UCL scientist appointed Royal Society Professor for Public Engagement in Science

Professor Mark Miodownik (UCL Mechanical Engineering) has been appointed the new Royal Society Professor for Public Engagement in Science, with a mission to transform our understanding of how we make,...

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