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Professor Stephen DuffyAssessing the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic on cancer prevention
29 August 2023

A review of the international effects of the COVID-19 pandemic on cancer prevention, led by researchers at Queen Mary University of London, found that prevention services were severely affected in the early months, and in some places are still recovering.

New study finds ways to suppress lithium plating in automotive batteries for faster charging electric vehicles
24 August 2023

A new study led by Dr. Xuekun Lu from Queen Mary University of London in collaboration with an international team of researchers from the UK and USA has found a way to prevent lithium plating in electric vehicle batteries, which could lead to faster charging times. The paper was published in the journal Nature Communications. 

How a cup of water can unlock the secrets of our Universe
23 August 2023

Researchers from Queen Mary University of London have made a discovery that could change our understanding of the universe. In their study published in Science Advances, they reveal, for the first time, that there is a range in which fundamental constants can vary, allowing for the viscosity needed for life processes to occur within and between living cells. This is an important piece of the puzzle in determining where these constants come from and how they impact life as we know it. 

Queen Mary University of London launches Proud to be an Engineer campaign
23 August 2023

Queen Mary University of London is launching a public engagement campaign called Proud to be an Engineer and looking for engineers who would like to participate. The campaign is part of the university’s commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion, and is designed to raise awareness of the challenges faced by underrepresented engineers and to inspire the next generation of engineers from all backgrounds. 

Queen Mary academic sheds light on cross-border hierarchy negotiations and gender gap in top professional service roles
22 August 2023

The price of making it to the top is still frequently motherhood, indicating that flexible working and equal opportunity initiatives continue to fail in their purpose according to a new book by Queen Mary University of London, Senior Lecturer Dr Patrizia Kokot-Blamey

Professor Morris Brown honoured by the Endocrine Society
17 August 2023

Morris Brown, Professor of Endocrine Hypertension at the William Harvey Heart Centre at Queen Mary University of London, will be honoured by The Endocrine Society as one of the 14 winners of its prestigious 2024 Laureate Awards.

Queen Mary academic awarded prestigious funding on access to care for women from ethnic minority and migrant groups
17 August 2023

IHSS Fellow and Strategic Senior Lecturer in Queen Mary University of London’s School of Law has been awarded a highly competitive grant from the Arts and Humanities Research Council (AHRC) to support ground-breaking work on access to care for women from ethnic minority and migrant groups.

Queen Mary University of London to conduct research project to improve cyber security for small businesses
16 August 2023

Maria Bada, Lecturer in Psychology at the School of Biological and Behavioural Sciences, will play a key role in a new research project aimed at improving cyber security for small businesses.

Struggling to stay: The impact of rising visa fees for transnational workers
16 August 2023

New research from School of Business and Management academic Dr Zahra Sharifonnasabi reveals the complexities of transnational workers lives and how the impact of the proposed UK Government visa fee hike could damage the UK economy.

Campaign group calls for the removal of packaging that appeals to children on sugary cereals
15 August 2023

NEW research by Action on Sugar, based at Queen Mary University of London, has revealed that both breakfast cereals and yogurts with packaging that appeals to children, have unnecessary amounts of sugars – with some products containing the equivalent of up to four teaspoons of sugar (per suggested serving).

Students walkingClearing: Opportunities and support for students
14 August 2023

Ahead of A-level results day, Queen Mary University of London is reminding students of the opportunities and support available that accompany studying in London.

Queen Mary University invites aspiring young scientists into their labs
11 August 2023

This month Queen Mary University of London welcomed more than 20 promising A level students from schools around the capital into their Barts Cancer Institute.

Carbon Cash Machine: New report reveals the dramatic rise in cash earnings of shareholders in Britain’s big 2 oil companies
10 August 2023

Amid the cost of living crisis in a world getting rapidly hotter, a new report published today reveals the staggering £113bn cash earnings of BP and Shell shareholders.

Recovery of biodiversity in rivers across Europe is slowing down, study finds
9 August 2023

A new study by an international team of scientists has revealed that while European river systems have seen significant improvement in biodiversity since the 20th century, progress has slowed since 2010. 

East Londoners to receive questionnaire via text message from their GP
7 August 2023

From August, as part of a new campaign by NHS North East London and Queen Mary University of London, GP practices will be asking their patients four question about their day-to day lives in order to gain a more holistic picture of their health.

Queen Mary University of London to Host iGGi Con 2023: A Conference and Showcase for Research in Digital Games
7 August 2023

On September 13-14, 2023, Queen Mary University of London will host the annual iGGi Con, organised by the EPSRC Centre for Doctoral Training in Intelligent Games and Game Intelligence (iGGi). The conference will provide an excellent opportunity for the games industry and the wider public to connect with researchers presenting their innovative work and findings. Registration for the conference is now open, and early registration is recommended as places are limited. 

Queen Mary academic awarded Leverhulme Trust Research Fellowship from the Royal Academy of Engineering
4 August 2023

Dr Emmanouil Benetos, School of Electronic Engineering and Computer Science, has been announced as a recipient of the prestigious Leverhulme Trust Research Fellowship to research resource-efficient machine listening.

Director of Queen Mary’s Institute of Health Sciences Education awarded prestigious National Teaching Fellowship
3 August 2023

Arunthathi (Arundi) Mahendran, Professor of Education and Director of the Institute of Health Sciences Education (IHSE) at Queen Mary University of London, has been distinguished by the award of a National Teaching Fellowship from Advance HE.

Nature’s kitchen – how a chemical reaction used by cooks helped create life on Earth
2 August 2023

A chemical process used in the browning of food to give it its distinct smell and taste is probably happening deep in the oceans, where it helped create the conditions necessary for life, according to researchers in an article published today by prestigious journal Nature.

Queen Mary University of London awarded Friendly WiFi certification standard
2 August 2023

Queen Mary University of London has been awarded the Friendly WiFi certification standard, ensuring its new WiFi service for visitors filters out inappropriate content – creating a safe user experience and a comfortable and enjoyable browsing experience for all who visit the University’s campuses. 

E-cigarettes may be better than nicotine patches in helping pregnant women stop smoking and in reducing the risk of low birthweight
2 August 2023

E-cigarettes (vapes) may be more effective than nicotine patches for pregnant women trying to quit smoking, research led by Queen Mary University of London and funded by the National Institute for Health and Care Research (NIHR), has found.

New policy research unit to improve dementia prevention, diagnosis and care
1 August 2023

A new NIHR Dementia and Neurodegeneration Policy Research Unit (DeNPRU) is to be co-led by Queen Mary University of London and the University of Plymouth.

Queen Mary Researchers Create Innovative Sensor to Enhance Robots' Tactile Capabilities
27 July 2023

Researchers from Queen Mary University of London, along with collaborators from China and USA have developed an L3 F-TOUCH sensor to enhance tactile capabilities in robots, allowing it to "feel" objects and adjust its grip accordingly. 

Former Professional Footballer and leading presenter and broadcaster Alex Scott MBE awarded a Queen Mary Honorary Fellowship
24 July 2023

Queen Mary University of London was delighted to award Alex Scott an Honorary Fellowship for her invaluable and distinctive contribution to the world of sport. Alex took time out from her busy schedule leading the BBC’s coverage of the Women’s World Cup 2023, to receive the award at a graduation ceremony on 24 July alongside Queen Mary graduates.

Professor Devyani Sharma elected a Fellow of the British Academy
21 July 2023

The British Academy has elected Queen Mary University of London Professor of Sociolinguistics, Professor Devyani Sharma, as a new Fellow.

Three students from Queen Mary awarded at this year’s University of London Gold Medal Viva for Dentistry
20 July 2023

Graduates from Queen Mary University of London’s Institute of Dentistry were awarded at this year’s prestigious University of London Gold Medal Viva for Dentistry.

New Study Reveals Reptiles’ Spontaneous Association Between Vision and Hearing
20 July 2023

An international research team from Queen Mary University of London, UK and the Rovereto Civic Museum Foundation, Italy has made a groundbreaking discovery regarding reptiles and their ability to match visual and auditory information.

Refurbishment project progressing well on 4th floor of Landin Building
19 July 2023

On Wednesday 12th July, Professor Wen Wang, Vice-Principal for Science & Engineering, visited the refurbishment project taking place on the 4th floor of the Landin Building along with all the Heads of School within the Faculty of Science & Engineering to observe the progress of the project. 

Dr Jessica Agnew-Blais' study to bridge knowledge gap in ADHD wins UKRI grant
18 July 2023

Queen Mary University of London's Dr Jessica Agnew-Blais is leading a new study that aims to provide a better understanding of Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), particularly how it progresses over time, and will gather much-needed new evidence on how ADHD presents in girls and women. The study is part of three projects that have been awarded £2.4m by the Medical Research Council (MRC) to bridge the knowledge gap in ADHD. 

Professor Dame Sue Hill and Luke Savage honoured at Queen Mary Graduation
18 July 2023

Queen Mary University of London was delighted to celebrate four outstanding recipients of honorary awards as part of its Summer Graduation. 

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