Antimicrobial peptides are short protein fragments that have been suggested as future alternatives to current antibiotics. They identify bacteria and disrupt their membrane structure, thus ultimately killing the bacteria. [Read more on the LCN’s website here or view the publication on the PNAS website here].
VaxHub carries out pioneering T-level work placements
The The Vaccines Manufacturing Hub (VaxHub) hosted at UCL are currently pioneering T-level work placements in conjunction with North Herts College.
19 Aug 2026
Birkbeck researchers develop new AI method to unlock secrets hidden in the cores of ancient planets
CPS colleagues at Birkbeck have developed a new machine-learning method for classifying iron meteorites, rare fragments of the metallic cores of planets that broke apart billions ago.
17 Aug 2026
Inspiring the Next Generation of Women in Engineering
On 11 August, the IHE hosted Engineering Her Future, a careers and networking event for young women in engineering.
13 Aug 2026