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Sadiq KhanNew poll predicts Sadiq Khan on course for victory in London mayoral election
7 April 2021

Sadiq Khan is cruising to a convincing victory in the forthcoming mayoral election contest in London, according to an exclusive new poll carried out for the Mile End Institute at Queen Mary University of London.

Illustration of patient dataHow preprints accelerated science communication during the pandemic
7 April 2021

A new study led by Queen Mary University of London researchers has found that during the early phase of the pandemic, approximately 35 per cent of the COVID-19 scientific literature was shared as preprints – freely available manuscripts that are shared prior to peer-review in a journal.

Staff from Queen Mary and CIMAV involved in the partnership development.Queen Mary to celebrate launch of new dual Masters programme with joint event
6 April 2021

On 15 April 2021, Queen Mary University of London and Mexico’s Research Centre for Advanced Materials (CIMAV) will host a joint event to mark the launch of their new MRes programme in Materials Science.

A mural depicting Bobby Sands who died in prison whilst on hunger strike in 1981Prisoners not politicians were key to the Good Friday Agreement succeeding, according to new book
1 April 2021

Irish Political Prisoners 1960-2000 by Seán McConville from Queen Mary University of London provides one of the most comprehensive accounts of the Northern Ireland troubles to date.

The yellow vest (gilets jaunes) movement began in France in 2018Political developments in France offer sharp lessons for the rest of Europe, according to new research
1 April 2021

A new book authored by an academic from Queen Mary University of London offers fresh insights into politics and society in France, providing a critique of French leadership in the run-up to the forthcoming presidential elections.

Image of DNA. Credit: ktsimage/iStock.comStudy provides first evidence of DNA collection from air
31 March 2021

Researchers from Queen Mary University of London have shown for the first time that animal DNA shed within the environment can be collected from the air.

People with autism and their carers have been amongst the worst affected groups in the global Covid-19 pandemic.Building resilience among people with autism
30 March 2021

Researchers from Queen Mary University of London are collaborating with a range of stakeholders, including theatre companies and healthcare workers, to support people with autism through a unique project, Heartbeat – Creating Recovery.

Houses of Parliament 150Parliament should take the lead on constitutional reform in the UK according to Lord Chancellor
29 March 2021

Queen Mary University of London has hosted a major conference exploring the successes and failures of constitutional reform in the UK. Lord Chancellor Rt Hon Robert Buckland QC MP delivered the keynote speech, setting out the delicate balance that is required between institutions as the constitutional system continues to evolve.

A snapshot of genetic codeNew genetic clues point to new treatments for ‘silent’ stroke
26 March 2021

Scientists from Queen Mary University of London have helped identify new genetic clues in people who’ve had small and often apparently ‘silent’ strokes that are difficult to treat and a major cause of vascular dementia.

A doctor wearing a protective face maskUnique research programme investigates how arts-based methods can support the NHS staff during Covid-19
25 March 2021

The project will support those working in health to meet the challenges of wearing Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), and adapting to digital consultations and meetings.

Queen Mary joins NIHR School to strengthen primary care research
25 March 2021

The NIHR (National Institute for Health Research) has announced the fourth phase of the School for Primary Care Research (SPCR), which now involves Queen Mary University of London, and a new focus on supporting the full spectrum of primary care research and building research capacity.

Phoebe Okowa is Professor of Public International Law at Queen MaryQueen Mary Professor nominated to UN International Law Commission
24 March 2021

Professor Phoebe Okowa has been nominated to the United Nations' International Law Commission by the Government of Kenya.

Brain from wooden puzzlesDementia death risk is higher among the socioeconomically deprived
23 March 2021

A large proportion of dementia deaths in England and Wales may be due to socioeconomic deprivation, according to new research led by Queen Mary University of London.

The significance of home in the Covid-19 crisis has been far-reaching and profound.New podcast offers an insight into real life experiences at home during lockdown
23 March 2021

Stay Home Stories, a project led by academics from Queen Mary University of London, has launched its first podcast of people’s experiences of home during the Covid-19 pandemic.

Jerry Brotton is Professor of Renaissance Studies at Queen MaryQueen Mary Professor turns detective for new BBC Radio 3 show
22 March 2021

Jerry Brotton, Professor of Renaissance Studies at Queen Mary University of London is presenting a new ten-part series for BBC Radio 3’s The Essay.  

Catherine Silverstone delivering a lecture © People’s Palace ProjectsQueen Mary honours Catherine Silverstone with posthumous promotion
17 March 2021

Queen Mary University of London has promoted Catherine Silverstone from the School of English and Drama to Professor, the first posthumous promotion of its kind at the University.

Icicles hanging from a pipe. Credit: Besjunior/iStock.com.Scientists develop new approach to predict how liquids freeze
17 March 2021

Researchers from Queen Mary University of London have developed a novel computational approach to better understand freezing in different types of liquids.

Scientists develop rapid test for diagnosis of rare set of genetic conditions
17 March 2021

Researchers at Queen Mary University of London and Cardiff University have developed a rapid test for the diagnosis of a constellation of rare and debilitating genetic conditions, which is described as a ‘step-change’.

Queen Mary launched its Arts and Culture strategy in November 2017 with the aim of developing the University as a world-leading centre of excellence in arts and culture within higher education.Arts and Culture Queen Mary launches its Conversations Week
17 March 2021

Queen Mary University of London is set to hold a week-long celebration of the art of conversation which will run from 9 to 16 April.

Fresh fruit and vegetables. Credit:iStock.com/AlexRathsSubsidies most effective way to encourage sustainable food choices, study shows
17 March 2021

Subsidising low carbon emission meals could encourage more people to choose them, according to new research. 

Logo for the India-UK ISCCQueen Mary support new UK-India consortium to address global sustainability challenges
16 March 2021

Scientists from the UK and India have set up multi-disciplinary virtual platform for international collaboration on global sustainability challenges, such as carbon reduction and environmental remediation.

Research has shown that the public support taking action on climate changeDemocracy under threat as climate emergency deepens, according to Mile End Institute panel
11 March 2021

The Mile End Institute at Queen Mary University of London has hosted a webinar on democracy and climate change. Panellists included Hilary Benn, former Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs, and Caroline Lucas MP, former leader of the Green Party.

The invention uses a new type of pliable material made from seaweedQueen Mary graduate helping to save the planet using seaweed
11 March 2021

Marcos Souto Ulloa, a graduate from Queen Mary University of London, has developed a revolutionary material made from seaweed aimed at preventing plastic seeping into the world’s oceans.

Schools reopening without robust COVID-19 mitigation risks accelerating the pandemic
10 March 2021

A group of academics have set out a series of recommendations for schools to reduce the risk of COVID-19 transmission now that they have re-opened, in a letter published in The Lancet.

HeartHaving an unhealthy heart could lead to a higher risk of being diagnosed with COVID-19
9 March 2021

People with unhealthy heart structures and poorer functioning hearts have a significantly higher risk of being diagnosed with COVID-19 infection, according to research by Queen Mary University of London, in collaboration with the Medical Research Council Lifecourse Epidemiology Unit (The University of Southampton).

Young plant growing in sunlight. Credit:iStock.com/RomoloTavaniScientists’ discovery ends long-standing photosynthesis controversy
9 March 2021

New findings overturn conventional thinking about the location of a key plant enzyme involved in photosynthesis.

A brain scanConvincing evidence that type 2 diabetes is associated with increased risk of Parkinson’s
8 March 2021

Research from Queen Mary University of London has concluded that there is convincing evidence that type 2 diabetes is associated with an increased risk of Parkinson’s disease.

The course will focus on asset tracing and recoveryQueen Mary teams up with leading law firms to deliver Executive Education course
8 March 2021

The Centre for Commercial Law Studies at Queen Mary University of London has launched its first ever International Asset Tracing and Recovery Executive Education course.

Many women and girls worldwide continue to face discrimination as a consequence of HIV-related stigma.BAFTA nominated film produced by Queen Mary academic released for International Women’s Day
7 March 2021

Pili, a feature length drama about living with HIV/AIDS in East Africa, has received its multi-territory release to coincide with International Women’s Day.

Seas remain a battleground when it comes to politics and businessNew book explores how the sea continues to shape political and economic forces around the world
5 March 2021

A new book co-authored by an academic from Queen Mary University of London sheds light on the maritime origins of capitalism, as well as the political economy, ecology and geopolitics of the sea.

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