New publication led by Prof. Kurinchi Gurusamy and UCL Therapeutic Innovation Networks (Devices & Diagnostics) offers practical regulatory guidance for researchers developing customised #3DPrinted medical devices. Read the paper: tinyurl.com/3h45t8d8

We’ve renewed the UCL–Eisai partnership for another 5 years (to 2030), accelerating treatments for neurodegenerative diseases incl. Alzheimer’s, Parkinson’s & ALS. Proud to support translational research from lab to patient. Read more: tinyurl.com/4tua9kxr

A world-first gene therapy for CTLA-4 insufficiency is underway at UCL. Using CRISPR to correct faulty genes in patients’ own cells, this could transform rare disease treatment. Hear Dr Tom Fox explain ⬇️ Learn more: tinyurl.com/4fu6nyat

UCL was proud to take part in the Japan–UK Tech Innovation Partnership Event, strengthening our role as a partner of choice for global research and innovation. Engaging with leading Japanese companies, we’re building new collaborations. Read more: tinyurl.com/366axhpa

Are you an UCL early career researcher looking to turn your work into real-world impact? Great to connect at #FESR2026 last week! Missed it? Join TINs, explore the TRO SharePoint (all info there: bit.ly/4xbvw1K), or get in touch to start your translational journey.

UCL’s new discussion paper sets out our ambitions for the next decade and where investment could drive real impact. We want your input—challenge us, shape priorities & spark new collaborations. Join the discussion: bit.ly/4uiXjL0

📢 Registration is now open for our Grant Writing for Translational Research workshop, an interactive online workshop for UCL biomedical researchers. 8 Jul or 5 Nov, details: bit.ly/4dXBudY @aco-ucl.bsky.social

Join the Industry Masterclass in Drug Discovery & Development (10 July, London): a one-day programme with industry experts sharing how discoveries move to patients + what makes an investable programme. Details: bit.ly/4nYdxrD @uclbrainscience.bsky.social

Applications for both mentors and mentees in the Mentoring for Medical Innovation Programme 2026 close today. Don’t miss this opportunity if it’s right up your alley. 🔗Register to become a mentor: bit.ly/48Zi074 🌐About the programme & registering as a mentee: bit.ly/3MPRmG0 @aco-ucl.bsky.social

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Call for Mentors! Senior academics & innovators are invited to mentor ucl.ac.uk early career researchers in medical innovation. ✅ 3–6 online meetings over 6 months 📅 July–Dec 2026 ⏰ Register to become a mentor by 28 May 2026: bit.ly/48Zi074 @aco-ucl.bsky.social

📢 Registration is now open for our Target Product Profile (TPP) training, an interactive online workshop for academics & therapeutic project teams. Tue 23 Jun 2026,11:30–12:15 Register: bit.ly/49SPnsv (by 19 Jun) Full schedule: bit.ly/4pvHmje @aco-ucl.bsky.social

The TRO team were in action at @remedi4all.bsky.social #IDR26 in Brussels, joining the global drug repurposing community working to advance patient impact. Takeaways:✅Collaboration is critical ✅AI is accelerating drug discovery Early regulatory insight matters. Get in touch: bit.ly/3GcxCWz

Join @ucl.ac.uk’s Dr Victoria Austin, Pro‑Vice‑Provost, and Sam Balch, Director of UCL Grand Challenges, at the Builds Bio+ & Venture Café London event discussing “Metascience: salvation or false hope?” 21 May, 6–9pm, One Triton Square Register: bit.ly/4nrzyid @uclenterprise.bsky.social

Dr Thomas Fox, @uclmedsci.bsky.social, shared insights on programmable T‑cell therapies at the latest @ctgct.bsky.social Science Talks, exploring CRISPR gene editing, lipid nanoparticles & the future of immune cells as “living medicines.” 🔗Read more: bit.ly/42yUiuL #GeneEditing #CellTherapy

Call for Mentors! Senior academics & innovators are invited to mentor ucl.ac.uk early career researchers in medical innovation. ✅ 3–6 online meetings over 6 months 📅 July–Dec 2026 ⏰ Register to become a mentor by 28 May 2026: bit.ly/48Zi074 @aco-ucl.bsky.social

This year’s @ucl.ac.uk Advanced Therapies Symposium marks a milestone with the unveiling of the Success from Lab to Market 2026 report. UCL is making significant progress in developing cell and gene therapies which are transforming treatment for patients: bit.ly/4u3Ngtu

Many thanks to the UCL Translational Research Office @ucltro.bsky.social for inviting me to give a talk "High-resolution quality control in new cells and tissues using single-cell and spatial transcriptomics" at their Advanced Therapies Symposium 2026. (1/9)

Prof. Emma Morris, @uclmedsci.bsky.social, highlighted at #UCL2026AdvTx how UCL's partnerships with industry, funders, hospitals, and clinical colleagues ensure that breakthrough treatments move swiftly from the lab to patients. Learn more: bit.ly/4u00AiF

The @UCL Advanced Therapies Symposium is now underway, #UCL2026AdvTx, bringing together @ucl.ac.uk scientists and external partners. @profsimonwad.bsky.social kicks off the event and in the photo we have Prof. Charles Knowles for his talk. UCL’s #ATMP Pipelines: bit.ly/4u00AiF

Enrol now! ACCELERATE Potential is a free, self‑paced online course introducing translational research, how to get started and where to find support. Open to all UCL staff & students and external participants. 🔗 bit.ly/4tdHBkI #TranslationalResearch #Training @aco-ucl.bsky.social

Talent Gateway Programme 2026 is now open! Funded placements up to 2 weeks for @ucl.ac.uk researchers, technicians and professional services staff to explore new sectors and build skills. Deadline: 22 May 2026. Apply here: bit.ly/4dFqinx

Thanks to everyone who stopped by the @ucl.ac.uk booth at Advanced Therapies. From 18 UCL speakers to inspiring keynotes by Prof Bobby Gaspar and Prof Ed Wild, it was brilliant to meet so many ATMP innovators and explore collaboration opportunities. Read more: bit.ly/4d5C0YF

Day 2 at Advanced Therapies, ExCeL London! Come meet the @ucltro.bsky.social & @uclb.bsky.social team at Booth 15. Discover @ucl.ac.uk’s latest ATMP developments and explore collaboration opportunities. Our next ATMP event: bit.ly/4aXnXTA

Meet the @ucltro.bsky.social & @uclb.bsky.social team at Advanced Therapies today & tomorrow at ExCeL (Booth 15)! Chat with us about @ucl.ac.uk’s extensive ATMP pipeline and collaboration opportunities. Our next ATMP event: bit.ly/4aXnXTA

Mentoring for Medical Innovation is now open! Connect with leaders in medical innovation to boost your translational journey. Apply by 28 May. 🔗Details and registration: bit.ly/3MPRmG0 @ucltro.bsky.social @aco-ucl.bsky.social

Hear novel therapeutics from early‑career researchers at the UCL Advanced Therapies Symposium on 22 April. Early‑bird ends 11 March. View the agenda and book here: bit.ly/4j8kjIL #UCL2026AdvTx #CellandGeneTherapy

📢 Registration is now open for our Target Product Profile (TPP) training—an interactive online workshop for academics & therapeutic project teams. Tue 24 Mar 2026,11:30–12:15, Online Register: bit.ly/407FaDr (by 20 Mar) Full schedule: bit.ly/4pvHmje @aco-ucl.bsky.social

Join us at the @ucl.ac.uk Advanced Therapies Symposium on 22 April, featuring an insightful panel discussion on expanding CAR T therapies to other diseases, including a patient perspective. Book now and early bird rate ends 11 Mar: bit.ly/4aXnXTA #UCL2026AdvTx

If you missed our “Bridging the Regulatory Gap in Medical Device Research” event, resources are now available online. Explore how UCL teams can navigate device regulation and accelerate impact. 🔗 Read the summary: bit.ly/46Zux9t #MedTech #MedicalDevices #Innovation #Regulation

🚨 Last Call for Poster Submissions! Don’t miss the opportunity to showcase your research at the UCL Advanced Therapies Symposium on 22 April 2026. Submission deadline: Wednesday, 4 March. Submit yours now: bit.ly/3OWQpfp Learn more about the event: bit.ly/4aXnXTA

Speakers for the UCL Advanced Therapies Symposium unveiled! Learn more: bit.ly/4aXnXTA Join us to explore pioneering research in advanced therapies and network with 250+ experts in the ecosystem. Book your ticket now and early-bird offer ends 11 Mar.