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Our latest strategy report outlines our vision, priorities, and impact across healthcare engineering.

Q-BIOMED scientists have demonstrated that their spin-enhanced nanodiamond rapid test can detect COVID-19 earlier and more accurately than conventional lateral flow tests.

The time to carry out diagnostic MRI scans for dementia can be cut to one-third of their standard length, according to a new study led by UCL researchers.

At the Royal National Orthopaedic Hospital in Stanmore, surgeons and engineers are working side by side to refine surgical planning and develop personalised implants.

Prof. Monica Lakhanpaul has been awarded the inaugural Dr Rinti Banerjee Visiting Chair Professorship at IIT Bombay, honouring Dr Banerjee’s legacy of healthcare innovation for underserved communities

The Institute of Healthcare Engineering (IHE) hosts studentships every summer, where undergraduates get the chance to witness clinical healthcare technologies in action.

A research project from the IHE Summer Studentship scheme aims to improve prostate cancer treatment through the addition of positron emission tomography (PET) imaging.

An IHE Summer Studentship project is helping to advance the treatment of ocular hypotony – a condition where pressure is the eye is reduced to the point where normal vision is impaired. 

Written by Hafsah Saleem, Year 12 student from Wallington High School

We are delighted to announce the recipient of our inaugural IHE Discovery Award.

Project Impactive is a student-led initiative dedicated to developing affordable, meaningful assistive technology for disabled individuals.

UCL Researchers lead on a breakthrough study on FES cycling for spinal cord injury recovery funded by the RFU Injured Players Foundation.

From 1-6 July, the Royal Society is opening its doors for the annual Summer Science Exhibition, a week-long celebration of cutting-edge science from across the country.

(em)Powering Creativity was a community engagement programme which took place between 15 and 19 April 2025 at Chats Palace Arts Centre in Homerton.

UCL Engineering and the Institute of Healthcare Engineering are offering summer studentships with our partner hospitals, including Royal National Orthopaedic Hospital, UCL/UCLH BRC, Moorfields Eye Hos