Liver dialysis device ‘safe and effective for treating liver failure’ The DIALIVE device could be approved for clinical use within the next three years Evening Standard · Jun 1, 2023
Liver dialysis device safe and effective for treating liver failure – study If a larger clinical trial is successful, the DIALIVE device could be approved for clinical use within the next three years, researchers suggest. The Independent UK · May 31, 2023
Labour’s oil and gas ban shows it’s ready to fight the next election on climate issues While the Tories’ dire record on green issues gets worse by the day, Keir Starmer’s pledges show an impressive commitment, says Bill McGuire of UCL The Guardian - UK · May 31, 2023
The key fact about UK Government ‘spending’ that sets it apart from Holyrood "Where does all the money come from to pay for the ‘free’ things in Scotland?” To answer that question it is easiest to look at it in two… The National (Scotland) · May 30, 2023
'Game-changing Botox can offer patients long-term relief without nasty effects' Miriam Stoppard says that opioids such as morphine and fentanyl are the gold standard for short-term pain relief but they’re too addictive for long-term use - now, a new Botox can change everything Daily Mirror · May 28, 2023
AI tools discovered five types of heart failure Five types of heart failure that can be used potentially to predict future risk for individual patients have been identified using artificial intelligence (AI) tools, according to a new study, led by UCL researchers. Read further on Dynamite News: Dynamite News · May 27, 2023
UK students seek compensation for Covid-affected tuition Nearly 1,000 students attempt group action against UCL, accusing it of breaking promises The Guardian - UK · May 24, 2023
OpenAI’s Sam Altman says he learned a lot from Elon Musk. But doesn’t share Musk’s enthusiasm for colonizing Mars Protests and pleas for selfies greeted the OpenAI cofounder at a packed London talk where he outlined his vision of A.I. regulation and how A.I. will impact economic inequality. Fortune · May 24, 2023
Covid-linked compensation bid by students against university reaches High Court Almost 1,000 current and former students are bringing a claim against University College London, alleging their tuition contracts were breached. The Independent UK · May 24, 2023
UK students seek go-ahead for lawsuit over COVID, strikes disruption Thousands of university students asked London's High Court on Wednesday to give the go-ahead to a mass lawsuit against University College London (UCL) over disruption to their studies caused by the COVID-19 pandemic and strikes. Reuters · May 24, 2023
Genetic mutation allows British woman, 75, to feel no pain Experts from University College London (UCL) have found how mutations in the FAAH-OUT gene work at the molecular level enabling Jo Cameron to escape pain The Independent UK · May 24, 2023
Pandemic-hit students in £500m court fight More than 100,000 students bringing a compensation case saying their education was wrecked by Covid measures Evening Standard · May 23, 2023
Law should consider evidence that fear causes rape victims to freeze, London experts argue UCL experts say victims blamed for not fighting attackers despite evidence that rape triggers immobility in victims Evening Standard · May 22, 2023
Study finds climate change likely to expose species across globe to dangerous temperatures Climate change is expected to rapidly push species over tipping thresholds when their geographic ranges reach unanticipated temperatures, according to a new study led by a UCL researcher. Read further on Dynamite News: Dynamite News · May 19, 2023
The Guardian - UK · May 17, 2023 Wednesday briefing: Are standardised tests failing children? In today’s newsletter: Sats tests have left students in tears, and teachers and parents calling for an overhaul. Here’s how they are supposed to work – and what critics say needs to change
TechRadar · May 9, 2023 Real Madrid vs Manchester City live stream: how to watch Champions League semi-final online and on TV, team news Here's how to watch a Real Madrid vs Manchester City live stream today from anywhere, as the in-form Premier League leaders take on the defending European champions.
The Independent UK · May 8, 2023 Humans may have inherited nose shape gene from Neanderthals, study suggests A particular gene, which leads to a taller nose, could have been the product of natural selection as ancient humans adapted to cold.
Dynamite News · Apr 28, 2023 Genetic therapy can lower tau protein which causes Alzheimer's disease: Study A world-first trial at UCL and UCLH has found a new gene therapy for Alzheimer's disease that is able to safely lower levels of the harmful tau protein known to cause the disease. Read further on Dynamite News:
The Independent UK · Apr 19, 2023 Changes to King’s coronation oath ‘not ambitious’, says expert The Government suggested the wording will only be amended because the number of Commonwealth realms has altered since 1953.
The Guardian - UK · Apr 12, 2023 Real Madrid 2-0 Chelsea: Champions League quarter-final, first leg – as it happened Minute-by-minute report: Karim Benzema and Marco Asensio made the difference for the reigning champions on an evening that saw Ben Chilwell sent off. Scott Murray was watching.
Wales Online · Apr 12, 2023 Scientists say 'genetic clues' could lead to blood test tracking cancer growth in real time Scientists behind a new study said 'minimally invasive blood tests' could be used instead of extracting tissue through a biopsy or during surgery
The Independent UK · Apr 12, 2023 Genetic clues reveal how cancer might grow and spread – study Scientists suggest the findings could one day allow doctors to use a blood test to predict how a patient’s cancer may progress.
Bristol Post · Apr 10, 2023 Bristol's University Challenge team lambasted for not recognising Elvis Costello's voice The team smashed through the questions until it came to the popular music round
The Guardian - UK · Apr 4, 2023 Reg Sell obituary Other lives: Ergonomics expert who helped the public understand the impact of good design
Dynamite News · Apr 4, 2023 Smartwatches may predict higher risk of heart failure: Study According to a recent study performed by UCL researchers, wearable gadgets such as smartwatches might be used to predict a higher risk of developing heart failure and abnormal heart rhythms in later life. Read further on Dynamite News: