UCL in the media
New techniques for detecting Alzheimer’s early on
“Tests for biomarkers for Alzheimer’s are being developed rapidly now. There’s been a revolution in the past two years. Computer programs are increasingly able to detect subtle changes in brain function,” said Professor Bart De Strooper (UK Dementia Research Institute at ʼһ).
Bats vs Flies
Professor Kate Jones (UCL Biosciences) goes to bat for the furry fliers she studies, touting the fascinating things bats can do such as pollination, insect control, DNA repair and high-speed flight.
Modern-day ‘wahaya’ slavery in Nigeria a form of sex trafficking
“In Islam, prostitution and sex outside of marriage are outlawed as sins, and so there is a demand for women who are available for a relationship that is legitimate from a traditional and a religious-legal perspective,” said Dr Benedetta Rossi (UCL History).
Risks to biodiversity remain even if a global temperature peak is achieved
Even if global temperatures begin to decline after peaking this century because of climate change, the risks to biodiversity could persist for decades after, finds a new study involving Dr Alex Pigot (UCL Genetics, Evolution & Environment).
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UCL’s annual economic impact comparable to London 2012 Olympics
UCL’s annual impact of £9.9bn across the UK economy is comparable to the trade boost delivered by the London 2012 Olympics, finds a new independent report into the university’s economic and social impact.
Copenhagen hasn’t seen a decline in car use
Though bicycles are popular in Copenhagen, “it is still hard to get people out of their cars, even in a cycle-friendly city,” said Dr David Metz (UCL Civil, Environmental and Geomatic Engineering).
Climate damage caused by growing space tourism needs urgent mitigation
A formidable space tourism industry may have a greater climate effect than the aviation industry and undo repair to the protective ozone layer if left unregulated, according to a new study led by UCL.
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Studies critical of electroconvulsive therapy (ECT) themselves criticised
“When you look at those studies you find they contain major methodological shortcomings and are inherently biased. There is plenty of evidence to show that ECT is effective,” said Professor Robert Howard (UCL Psychiatry).
European energy crisis likely to affect UK’s coal phase-out
“I think the UK does, by implication, have to change its phase-out date for coal, and probably wants to make it conditional upon how long this crisis lasts,” said Professor Michael Grubb (UCL Bartlett School of Environment, Energy & Resources).
Challenges ahead for the UK economy
Professor Mariana Mazzucato (UCL Institute for Innovation and Public Purpose) highlights the challenges facing the UK economy as the country is projected to have zero percent economic growth in the coming year.