UCL in the media
King Charles and his role in a 'slimmed-down monarchy'
One of the King's main goals for his reign was fewer working royals, but after his cancer diagnosis and the Princess of Wales’ surgery, Professor Robert Hazell (UCL Constitution Unit) assesses the slimmed-down monarchy approach.
Turkey tourist hotspots still at risk from earthquakes
A year after deadly earthquakes struck Turkey and Syria, Professor David Alexander (UCL Institute for Risk and Disaster Reduction) warns tourist destinations could still be at risk of collapse.
Jibes about Joe Biden’s age shine light on issues facing older politicians
While 81-year-old Joe Biden faces questions about his cognitive ability, Professor Dennis Chan (UCL Institute of Cognitive Neuroscience) discusses why it's harder for older brains to learn new information.
Lack of play in temporary accommodation could affect children’s development
UCL researchers including Lorenzo Dall’Omo (UCL Institute of Innovation & Public Purpose) are calling to prioritise play when supporting children in temporary accommodation, building on the work of Professor Monica Lakhanpaul (UCL Great Ormond Street Institute of Child Health).
Is Latin America’s private sector is failing the region?
Latin America has a “massive private sector problem” with companies that profit from an excessively cosy relationship with government but fail to invest enough, warns Professor Mariana Mazzucato (UCL Institute for Innovation & Public Purpose).
Measles outbreaks not linked to ‘Disease X’ pandemic planning
Professor Francois Balloux (UCL Biosciences) says that measles outbreaks are linked to a decline in vaccination: “When a high proportion of the population is vaccinated, there are not enough susceptible hosts left for the virus to continue circulating in the population."
Industrial pollution leaves its mark in Mediterranean corals
For the first time, pollutants from burning fossil fuels have been found embedded in corals, offering scientists a potential new tool to track the history of pollution, finds a new study led by Dr Lucy Roberts (UCL Geography)
The new tech that could control Britain’s weather
Dr Peter Irvine (UCL Earth Science) said of the technology: “Most of us in the field are confident that it would work [to reduce temperatures] — the question is would it be a good idea?”
Measles cases rocket 34% in a week – with two thirds of infections in children under 10
Professor Helen Bedford (UCL Great Ormond Street Institute of Child Health) encourages parents to ensure their children’s vaccinations are up to date.
Particle physics vs climate change
Professor Mark Miodownik (UCL Mechanical Engineering) argues the case that CERN shouldn’t be spending $17 billion on a new atom smasher whilst we face a climate crisis.