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Queen Mary research leads the way in tackling tuberculosis

Researchers at Queen Mary are building on many years of ground-breaking studies into tuberculosis (TB) to reveal new insights into this disease and its long-term effects.

Blog: Ukraine deal: Europe has learned from the failed 2015 Minsk accords with Putin. Trump has not

Natalya Chernyshova, Senior Lecturer in Modern European History in the School of History at Queen Mary University of London has written for 'The Conversation' on how Europe has learned from the failed 2015 Minsk accords with Putin. Trump has not.

Blog: Cutting welfare goes against Labour’s core values – that’s the point

Tim Bale, Professor of Politics in the School of Politics and International Relations at Queen Mary University of London, has written for The Conversation on how cutting welfare goes against Labour’s core values.

New report analyses refugee resilience and hostility in Cairo

A new report, The Refugee Influx from Syria and Sudan in Cairo: An Analysis of the Dynamics of Resilience, Hospitality and Hostility, examines the complex realities faced by Syrian and Sudanese refugees in Egypt’s capital.

Climate change fuelling mental health crisis in areas most affected by climate crisis

Young people in southern Madagascar are facing a mental health crisis driven by the devastating impacts of climate change.

UK-led breakthrough offers path to stable, low-cost solar hydrogen production

A collaborative team of researchers from Imperial College London and Queen Mary University of London has achieved a significant milestone in sustainable energy technology, as detailed in their latest publication in Nature Energy.

Blog: Keir Starmer’s civil service reforms: what is mission-led government and why is it so hard to achieve?

Patrick Diamond, Professor in Public Policy at the School of Politics and International Relations, Queen Mary University of London has written for 'The Conversation' on Keir Starmer’s civil service reforms.

Double Success for Queen Mary at LexisNexis Legal Awards 2025

Queen Mary claims victory in two categories at highly regarded event within the UK legal sector. 

Improved emergency and critical care could save lives of critically ill patients in Africa

An international study of acute hospitals across Africa found a large and neglected burden of critical illness, and a high incidence of preventable deaths due to issues with the provision of basic critical care. 

What do pesticides do to bumble bee brains over time?

New research reveals how pesticide dose and exposure time shape effects on bumble bee brains.

New study reveals significant cost disparities and information gaps in UK fertility treatments

Patients call for greater transparency as costs soar and trust in information sources varies

Blog: Workplace childcare key to closing gender gaps, says Queen Mary economist

Employer-provided childcare can significantly reduce the “child penalty” that many women face in their careers, according to research presented by Anna Raute, at an event marking International Women’s Day.

The quest for room-temperature superconductors

In a new development that could help redefine the future of technology, a team of physicists has uncovered a fundamental insight into the upper limit of superconducting temperature. 

The art of well-being: group activities shown to ease depression and anxiety in older adults

A new study led by Queen Mary University of London researchers, reveals that group arts interventions – such as painting, music, or dance – can significantly reduce symptoms of depression and anxiety among older adults. The findings, published in Nature Mental Health, offer a compelling case for the benefits of shared creative activities. 

Gravity from entropy: A radical new approach to unifying quantum mechanics and general relativity

In a new study published in Physical Review D, Professor Ginestra Bianconi, Professor of Applied Mathematics at Queen Mary University of London, proposes a groundbreaking new framework that could revolutionise our understanding of gravity and its relationship with quantum mechanics.

London’s ULEZ is changing the school run

A new study highlights the benefits of ULEZ with many families noticing cleaner air and safer roads. However, it also reveals challenges, particularly for those living in outer boroughs who are more reliant on the car and may struggle to adapt.

From height to health: largest global genetic study reveals hidden risks and benefits linked to stature

New genetic links have been discovered between genetically-predicted height and an individual’s likelihood of developing a range of diseases and conditions. These new data could help improve early diagnosis and risk monitoring for patients.

Queen Mary University of London expands partnerships across Southeast Asia

Queen Mary is forging new academic, government, and industry collaborations across Southeast Asia. A high-level delegation, led by Professor Helen Bailey, Vice-Principal International, recently visited Indonesia, Malaysia, and Singapore to strengthen partnerships that drive innovation, workforce development, and economic growth in the region.

Landmark study finds 69 previously unidentified genetic determinants of rare disease

The breakthrough research led by Queen Mary University of London uses a new analytical approach for identifying the genetic basis of rare diseases, which could diagnose more cases and help develop new treatments for patients. 

Study reveals early dementia symptoms may vary across different ethnicities

People from different ethnic backgrounds may report physical symptoms rather than purely cognitive difficulties, leading to delays in the diagnosis of dementia. 

Queen Mary University of London becomes the first London Russell Group university to offer SQE preparation as part of an LLM

Queen Mary University of London's School of Law has announced the combination of their prestigious Master of Laws (LLM) programmes with Solicitors Qualifying Examination (SQE) preparation in partnership with legal education company, BARBRI.

Queen Mary University of London opens one of Europe’s largest organ-on-a-chip facilities

The new facility will advance drug testing, reduce reliance on animal research, and train the next generation of scientists.

What does it mean to be free? Quentin Skinner’s latest book explores liberty’s shifting ideals

Liberty as Independence: The Making and Unmaking of a Political Ideal examines how ideas of freedom have evolved and what has been lost in the process.

Groundbreaking study reveals how topology drives complexity in brain, climate, and AI

Study introduces higher-order topological dynamics, unlocking new frontiers in science and technology

Blog: Censorship, abortion and the ‘threat within’: what a free speech expert thinks of J.D. Vance’s remarks to Europe

Eric Heinze, Professor of Law and Humanities, in the School of Law at Queen Mary University of London has written for 'The Conversation' on J.D. Vance’s remarks to Europe

A Night of Science and Engineering: exploring Tomorrow’s World at Queen Mary

Queen Mary University of London's third annual Night of Science and Engineering brought together leading industry partners, researchers, academics, policymakers, and the public for an evening of discovery, innovation, and collaboration. 

Almost 90% of people would agree to genetic testing to tailor medication use, survey finds

New research from Queen Mary University of London shows that almost 90% of people in England would agree to genetic testing to get the most effective medication and reduce the risk of side effects.

Queen Mary PhD student contributed to the new generative AI model in gameplay creativity

Study led by Microsoft Research introduces World and Human Action Model (WHAM), a cutting-edge generative AI model enhancing creative ideation in game development

New dementia care programme could save NHS £9,000 per person

The NIDUS-Family package of care uses goal setting to help people with dementia live well at home for longer. New research from Queen Mary University of London in collaboration with UCL shows that, in addition to these known benefits, NIDUS-Family also reduces the costs associated with providing support to people with dementia.

Animals as architects of the Earth: First global study reveals their surprising impact

Led by Professor Gemma Harvey, the study uncovers how animals from beaver dams to termite mounds are shaping the planet in extraordinary ways