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Addressing global challenges: review of progress

At UCL, we strive to expand our understanding of the world around us through research, and maximise the impact of that research to the benefit of humanity. 

As an academic community we value the connections we make: across disciplines, across countries, and across communities. We believe that when we come together we can generate unique insights and world-leading research into complex global problems. 

The challenges we face in the future – from climate change to disease and inequality – will not be confined to one country alone, and cannot be solved in isolation. Through inspiring research leaders and nurturing cross-disciplinary research, including through the Research Domains and Grand Challenges, we will strive to help future generations live fair, healthy and rewarding lives.

 

Professor David Price, UCL Vice-Provost (Research)

Case study: Treating HIV 

Treating HIV

A trial led by the MRC Clinical Trials Unit at UCL found that a low-cost package of drugs can save the lives of people who start HIV treatment late.

Footage courtesy of Picturing Health.

Case study: Sea Hero Quest

Sea Hero Quest

Sea Hero Quest is a game designed to help dementia research.

By 2050, 130 million people will be living with dementia, and there are no treatments that tackle the diseases that cause dementia.

Researchers at UCL and UEA are using data gathered from Sea Hero Quest to better understand how we can treat dementia, and with the support of Deutsche Telekom they are now launching a virtual reality version.

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