News and Events
Stay up to date with the latest news and upcoming events at the Institute of Clinical Trials and Methodology.
News headlines
Global trial shows safer antibiotic option for staph blood infection
A landmark international clinical trial, led in the UK by UCL researchers, has identified the optimal antibiotics for staph blood infection, a breakthrough that is set to reshape treatment for the life-threatening condition.
18 Jun 2026
AI tool for radiotherapy can support the global effort to eliminate cervical cancer
An AI technology is effective at planning the delivery of life-saving radiotherapy for cervical cancer and prostate cancer, according to results from a large international trial led by researchers at UCL and the London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine (LSHTM).
18 May 2026
Hormone patches effective for locally advanced prostate cancer
Hormone patches are as good at controlling locally advanced prostate cancer as the injections typically used to deliver hormone therapy, according to the results of a large clinical trial led by UCL researchers.
26 Mar 2026
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Global NeoSep1 trial expands to India to tackle neonatal sepsis - using an innovative trial design
The first infant has been enrolled in India as the major clinical trial, NeoSep1, extends recruitment across the Asia-Pacific region.
09 Jul 2026
Launch of Digital Biomarker Outcomes Topic, MRC CoRE in Clinical Trial Innovation
The new MRC Centre of Research Excellence launched its first Research Priority Area, focusing on digital biomarker outcomes, on 3 March.
20 Mar 2026
MRC Clinical Trials Unit at UCL to become the UCL Innovative Clinical Trials Unit from April 2026
The Innovative Clinical Trials Unit is committed to smarter studies and global impact for better health. We will continue delivering new and ongoing studies with partners worldwide.
20 Mar 2026
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The Institute of Clinical Trials and Methodology holds a number of large public events throughout the year, as well as short courses, and open days for prospective students.