UCL in the media
Vapes are twice as good as nicotine-replacement patches and gums at helping smokers quit
The report by Oxford University researchers “should provide reassurance to smokers that e-cigarettes are much safer to use and can increase your chances of quitting,” said Dr Sarah Jackson (UCL Epidemiology & Health).
How Trump compares to Grover Cleveland, the last losing President to run again
Dr David Sim (UCL History) said the 22nd and 24th U.S. president, Grover Cleveland, had “the seriousness of purpose about the office of the presidency, about functions of the American state, that Trump just did not have."
Scottish proposal to move away from 'gendered healthcare'
Professor Alice Sullivan (IOE, UCL’s Faculty of Education & Society) criticised proposed guidelines from NHS Scotland to move away from "gendered healthcare."
Princess Anne and Prince Edward will take on new royal role for King Charles soon
Dr Bob Morris (UCL Constitution Unit) predicts legislature to add Princess Anne and Prince Edward as King Charles III's Counsellors of State will "pass through both Houses [in parliament] in under a fortnight maximum".
Prince Harry and Meghan will keep Sussex title despite royal reshuffle
Dr Bob Morris (UCL Constitution Unit) doesn't think that King Charles III will attempt to remove the royal titles from Prince Harry and Meghan after approaching parliament to make Princess Anne and Prince Edward Counsellors of State.
Donald Trump still holds sway over Republicans
"[Donald] Trump's grip on the GOP has loosened after the midterms, but don't expect him to fade away anytime soon," said Dr Julie Norman (UCL Political Science), following a series of election losses by Trump-backed candidates in the US Midterm elections.
Reverse mentorship: How young workers are teaching bosses
In reverse mentoring, lower level staff are encouraged to share their skills and insights with senior leaders. The mentoring relationship “should be a two-way street,” said Dr James Berry (UCL School of Management) and may help teams reduce divides and overcome challenges.
Potential Alzheimer’s drug fails trial
“Any large scale clinical trial of an Alzheimer’s drug that fails is a massive disappointment to patients,” said Professor Jonathan Schott (UCL Queen Square Institute of Neurology) after the drug gantenerumab failed to show any benefit in cognitive skills.
Property experts advise on upcoming autumn budget
With more UK homeowners without mortgages, Professor Yolande Barnes (UCL Bartlett School of Sustainable Construction) urged the Chancellor of the Exchequer to impose stamp duty on home sellers rather than "younger, more indebted first-time buyers," in the autumn budget.
Donald Trump in difficult position before 2024 campaign announcement
Donald Trump is expected to announce his presidential run soon, though some Republicans blame him for the party's poor performance in the midterm elections. Despite these misgivings, "Trump still holds a solid sway over his base," said Dr Julie Norman (UCL Political Science).