UCL in the media
Storms continue to rage over L'Aquila sentences
In a letter to the Guardian following the L'Aquila earthquake ruling, Professor Nigel Harvey (UCL Cognitive, Perceptual and Brain Sciences) says that, "the uncertainty inherent in forecasts should be made explicit".
Read: GuardianProf Ali Zumla receives award from President Sata
Professor Ali Zumla (UCL Infection and Immunity) has been awarded the 'Commander of the Order of Distinguished Services - first division' medal by Zambia's President Michael Sata for his contribution to the fight against TB, HIV/AIDS and other related diseases.
Read: Times of ZambiaCorporate behemoth or saviour of British interiors?
Professor Alan Penn (UCL Faculty of Built Environment) discusses the design science behind the layout of Ikea's British stores.
Read: IndependentFeeling lucky? Scientific proof that you make your own luck
Dr Stephann Makri (UCL Interaction Centre) says that 'lucky' people are quicker to spot and seize their opportunities.
Read: Daily MailWomen with breast cancer to get help in choosing a therapy
Ministers hope that a review of breast cancer screening published tomorrow will allay the concerns of millions of women about its safety. The review has been led by Professor Sir Michael Marmot (UCL Epidemiology & Public Health).
Read: The Times (£)Bodybuilder, 93, with winning muscles
Professor Steve Iliffe (UCL Primary Care and Population Health) discusses the pros and cons of taking up physical activity in older years.
Read and watch: BBC News onlineChildren could be screened for stuttering from age 5
A new model developed by Professor Peter Howell (UCL Cognitive, Perceptual & Brain Sciences) could be used to screen young children for stuttering.
Read: Telegraph, More: BBC Online, UCL NewsThe new local
Dr Andrew Hudson-Smith (UCL Centre for Advanced Spatial Analysis) speculates that the smartphone could even help revive the high street if people knew that they could take home today what Amazon could not deliver until tomorrow.
Read: EconomistOpen-air computers
Dr Andrew Hudson-Smith (UCL Centre for Advanced Spatial Analysis) thinks that within approximately five years police forces will be able to predict and prevent some crimes by watching Twitter and other social media.
Read: EconomistHow looking up illnesses and symptoms online can lead to better consultations with your GP
Inquiring about your illnesses and symptoms on the internet can lead to more beneficial consultations with a GP, according to a new study from researchers at UCL.
Read: Daily Mail More: Telegraph