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Informed Consent

Clinical Trials follow very strict scientific and ethical rules to protect patients. Being part of a clinical trial is voluntary and will not affect your standartd of care.

Once you have discussed the clinical trial, and had time to diuscuss any questions or concerns with your doctor, if you wish to take part you will sign an Informed Consent form, agreeing to take part.

Highlights in Medical Sciences

New Dean of Medical Sciences appointed

Announcement

New Dean of Medical Sciences appointed

Internationally recognised clinician scientist, Professor Emma Morris, will take up the role of Dean of UCL's Faculty of Medical Sciences in August 2025.

Lung cancer test better predicts survival in early stages of disease

Research breakthrough

Lung cancer test better predicts survival in early stages of disease

A new test developed by UCL Cancer Institute and the Francis Crick Institute can better predict lung cancer survival at diagnosis.

The King and Queen meet UCL cancer specialists at UCLH

Royal visits

The King and Queen meet UCL cancer specialists at UCLH

King Charles and Queen Camilla met UCL clinical researchers developing new cancer treatments, along with cancer patients receiving care and their families.