UCL in the media
Deep learning takes Saturn by storm
A “deep learning” algorithm developed by Dr Ingo Waldmann (UCL Physics & Astronomy) and researchers at the University of Arizona uncovers new insights into the storms that affect vast regions of Saturn.
Cannabis extract could protect against chemotherapy-driven weight loss
A cannabis extract can reduce the effect of chemotherapy-driven weight loss, according to a study in rats led by Dr Dan Brierley (UCL Neuroscience, Physiology & Pharmacology).
Labour wants to declare a climate emergency
Does the UK need to declare a climate emergency? Professor Mark Maslin (UCL Geography) says increasing the UK's ambitions to achieve zero emissions by 2030 is very ambitious and "probably a bit too unrealistic", even if an emergency were declared.
UCL ophthalmologists win Royal College award
Dr Lola Solebo and Professor Jugnoo Rahi (both UCL Institute of Child Health) have been awarded the Ulverscroft David Owen Prize by the Royal College of Ophthalmologists in recognition of their research into the treatment of childhood blindness.
What zero emissions means for UK
The Committee on Climate Change has set out how the UK can reach net zero carbon emissions by 2050. Professor Simon Lewis (UCL Geography) says the question now is whether the political will exists to take on the vested interests that will try to stop the UK reaching its target.
Bus passes linked to increased happiness
Older people who own a concessionary bus pass are more likely to report better quality of life and fewer depressive symptoms than peers who do not enjoy free bus travel, according to a study led by Dr Sarah Jackson (UCL Institute of Epidemiology & Health Care).
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Who experiences anti-social behaviour?
For some people who repeatedly experience or witness anti-social behaviour it can have a devastating affect on their lives, writes Professor Nick Tilley (UCL Security & Crime Science) alongside colleagues from Nottingham Trent University.
"Sense of emergency" among Jews worldwide
More Jews were killed in anti-Semitic violence around the world in 2018 than during any other year in decades, according to a recent report. Professor Michael Berkowitz (UCL Hebrew & Jewish Studies) says the situation is "particularly volatile" in America.
New form of dementia discovered
Scientists from the University of Kentucky have identified a new form of dementia that has previously been mistaken for Alzheimer's, hindering efforts to find a cure. Professor Rob Howard (UCL Psychiatry) says this is the most important dementia discovery in the last five years.
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How to stop climate change
Professor Peter J S Jones (UCL Geography) writes alongside Professor Rick Stafford from Bournemouth University about six ways to rethink capitalism in order to make the world a better place and tackle climate change.