2024

Queen Mary Professors recognised in 2025 New Year Honours

Three Queen Mary University of London professors are included in The King’s New Year Honours list 2025, which recognises the extraordinary achievements and service of individuals.

Colliding top quarks reveal hidden quantum magic

Queen Mary University of London physicist Professor Chris White, along with his twin brother Professor Martin White from the University of Adelaide, have discovered a surprising connection between the Large Hadron Collider (LHC) and the future of quantum computing.

Queen Mary University host global education conference

 Queen Mary University of London recently co-hosted the 2024 annual Global MOOC & Online Education Conference (GMC) in partnership with Tsinghua University and Beijing University of Posts and Telecommunications, with whom Queen Mary has 20-year pioneering partnership.  

Blog: How small island nations are shaping global climate law at the ICJ

Professor Malgosia Fitzmaurice, Professor of Public International Law at Queen Mary University of London, recently participated in a historic case before the International Court of Justice (ICJ), helping the Marshall Islands advocate for state accountability on climate change.

Queen Mary University launches new Centre for Excellence in Artificial Intelligence in Education

Queen Mary University of London today announced the launch of an ambitious new Centre for Excellence in Artificial Intelligence (AI) in education.

Queen Mary wins silver QS Global Education Award

Professor Louise Younie has won the silver QS Global Education Award at the QS Reimagine Education Awards for her work on helping medical students flourish. 

Non-tumour cells in pancreatic cancer may reduce the effectiveness of the body’s natural immune response

The relationship the immune system and stromal cells in pancreatic cancer can have a significant impact on patients’ survival rates, according to findings of Queen Mary-led study.

Blog: As floodwaters rise, toxic contaminants released from old landfills pose more of a hazard to nature and to us

Kate Spencer, Professor of Environmental Geochemistry in the School of Geography at Queen Mary University of London, has written for The Conversation on how rising floodwaters increase the risk of toxic contaminants being released from old landfills, posing greater hazards to both nature and humans.

Blog: Assisted Dying: how MPs voted and what it tells us about ‘cross-party consensus’

Philip Cowley, Professor of Politics at the School of Politics and International Relations, Queen Mary University of London has written for 'The Conversation' on how MPs voted and what it tells us about ‘cross-party consensus’

Queen Mary University of London data centre waste heat to provide hot water and heating for campus

University’s green initiative reduces carbon footprint and energy costs

Blog: Social and Climate Justice

The climate crisis is more than a battle against rising temperatures – it is a profound amplifier of inequality says Dr Heather McMullen, Wolfson Institute of Population Health

Blog: Assisted dying: why this parliamentary process is the worst way to consider such an important issue

Tony McNulty, Teaching Fellow and Lecturer British Politics and Public Policy at the School of Politics and International Relations, Queen Mary University of London has written for 'The Conversation' on why this parliamentary process is the worst way to consider such an important issue

Blog: Assisted dying: how to understand the increasingly angry debate between MPs over this controversial bill

Daniel Gover, Senior Lecturer in British Politics at the School of Politics of International Relations, Queen Mary University of London has written for 'The Conversation' on the increasingly angry debate between MPs over Assisted dying bill

Queen Mary University vaccination tool boosts uptake of MMR vaccine in children

Study finds APL-Imms tool helps GP practices reach more children with timely measles, mumps and rubella (MMR) vaccination.

Blog: Why Donald Trump’s election win fuelled a stock market surge

Daniele d'Alvia, Lecturer in Banking and Finance Law at the School of Law, Queen Mary University of London has written for 'The Conversation' on 'Why Donald Trump’s election win fuelled a stock market surge'

Queen Mary University at centre of Government’s ‘Future Framework’ for UK-Qatar relations

Queen Mary University of London is leading the way in the Government’s new ‘Future Framework’ for UK-Qatar relations. The framework set out a new science, innovation and technology dialogue which brings together UK and Qatari policy, research and academic expertise to create high impact collaborations in areas of aligned strategic importance.

Many East Londoners feel ‘locked out’ of professional careers, new poll reveals

As part of Queen Mary University of London’s commitment to fostering social mobility and addressing inequality, a new poll by the Mile End Institute has revealed that East Londoners feel there are significant barriers to accessing careers in the professions. 

Professor Sir Mark Caulfield receives honorary doctorate from Odessa National Medical University in Ukraine

Professor Sir Mark Caulfield was instrumental in setting up a partnership between Queen Mary and the Odessa National Medical University that enabled medical students from Ukraine to gain vital clinical experience in London, allowing them to continue their medical training despite the ongoing conflict.

Making HIV research and treatment more inclusive

On World AIDS Day, we celebrate the contribution of Queen Mary researchers to tackling health inequalities faced by people with HIV – through the clinical development and implementation of life-changing HIV treatments, and research methods that ensure inclusive clinical trials and equitable access to treatments.

Breaking Barriers: School of Business and Management’s Employer’s Address highlights social mobility and inclusion in the workforce

On 28th November 2024, the School of Business and Management at Queen Mary University of London proudly hosted its second Employer's Address.

Queen Mary University of London leads the way in knowledge exchange

Queen Mary University of London received a number of accolades in the last week, demonstrating the University’s excellence in this area.  

New Queen Mary spinout Syntex secures £250k to develop invention for superior synthetic heart valves

The invention will allow surgeons to give patients synthetic heart valves that free them to live lives indistinguishable from having a healthy heart.

New study reveals genetic drivers of early onset type 2 diabetes in South Asians  

A genetic predisposition to having lower insulin production and less healthy fat distribution are major causes of early-onset type 2 diabetes in British Asian people, according to new research from Genes & Health.

Blog: Advancing renewable energy research at Queen Mary University of London

We are committed to finding solutions to the pressing challenges of climate change and sustainable energy.  

Researchers call for inclusive cancer trials and treatments to address an overlooked source of structural racism

Researchers from Harvard University and Queen Mary University of London have proposed policy changes in cancer care to take account of a common genetic variation. 

Queen Mary researchers among the world’s most highly cited for 2024

Researchers from across the University have been recognised for authoring multiple highly cited papers which rank in the top 1% by citations in their field for 2024

Cross-Faculty collaboration produces new way to improve how drugs work

In a brilliant example of cross-discipline and cross-faculty working, researchers from Queen Mary University of London’s Faculty of Medicine and Dentistry and Faculty of Science and Engineering have developed a new way to understand ways to make drugs stay in the bloodstream for longer.

Queen Mary University of London seeks to advance AI for drug discovery

Research collaboration with AstraZeneca aims to accelerate the development of new medicines through new analytical capabilities

Queen Mary University of London celebrates Horizon Prize win for transformative virtual education initiatives

The innovative work of the 3DI Virtual Reality Institute and the International Sustainable Chemistry Consortium (ISCC), co-founded by Queen Mary’s Dr Stellios Arseniyadis, has been recognised with the 2024 Royal Society of Chemistry (RSC) Horizon Prize for Education.

New fossil discovery reveals key step in the evolution of flying reptiles

A remarkable new fossil discovery is shedding light on how flying reptiles, known as pterosaurs, evolved from their early forms into the later giants that ruled prehistoric skies. 

Queen Mary University of London secures major funding to support next generation of researchers

Queen Mary University of London has been awarded substantial new funding from UK Research and Innovation (UKRI) as part of their £500 million investment to support and foster the next generation of researchers

Queen Mary researchers take the lead in newly launched NHS DigiTrials studies

Teams from the Wolfson Institute of Population Health will lead two of the four DigiTrails projects which will recruit 150,000 volunteers onto research trials that could transform cancer treatment.

Scientists recreate mouse from gene older than animal life

New research sheds light on evolutionary origins of stem cells with groundbreaking experiment to create mouse using ancient genetic tools 

Queen Mary University of London rated outstanding for education

Queen Mary University of London’s education has been rated ‘Outstanding’ by Ofsted across all categories for its apprenticeship provision. The University is one of only eight universities nationally to receive this top rating.

New study links heart shape to cardiovascular disease

A groundbreaking multi-national study has revealed that the shape of the human heart, influenced by genetic factors, could serve as a valuable predictor for cardiovascular disease risk. 

Dementia training programme created by Queen Mary researchers hailed as example of best practice by new Alzheimer’s Society report

NIDUS-Family is one of only two case studies identified in the report as leading the way in improving training for staff and families of people with dementia.

Tiny plastic ‘hitchhikers’ use natural clusters to spread through water systems, new Queen Mary study reveals

Published in the journal Nature Water, the research sheds light on how microplastics travel quickly through water systems, revealing a “hitchhiking” mechanism that could impact aquatic ecosystems and human health.

Queen Mary student and graduate recognised on National Engineering Day 

Engineering student Balvinder Kaur Dhillon wins ‘Junior Nobel Prize’, while alum Navjot Sawhney is recognised by the Royal Academy of Engineering on National Engineering Day. 

Queen Mary University experts attend COP29

Queen Mary University of London is sending a delegation of academics and researchers to Baku, Azerbaijan, to participate in COP29, the 29th annual United Nations Climate Change Conference. There, they will share their varied expertise in global sustainability, looking at topics ranging from climate policy to culture-based climate action.  

New study reveals how social media turns household chores into profit—but are gender stereotypes making a comeback?

A new study reveals a surprising transformation: as social media turns everyday household chores into profitable ventures, it may also be bringing back outdated gender stereotypes.

Cancer-killing virus treatment shows promise in brain tumour trial

An innovative cancer-killing virus shows promise for tackling glioblastoma, an aggressive type of brain tumour, according to new results from a phase I clinical trial published in Nature Communications.  

New study sheds light on the role of sound and music in gendered toy marketing

Research reveals music and soundscapes used in toy commercials are reinforcing rigid gender norms, shaping the way children perceive masculinity and femininity.

€9.8m ERC Synergy grant awarded to study how human tissues stay healthy as we age

Researchers at the Francis Crick Institute and Queen Mary University of London have been awarded €9.8 million from the European Research Council to investigate how tissue homeostasis, the body’s ‘status quo’, is maintained over time, and how genetic mutations can help or hinder this process. 

Queen Mary University of London hosts delegation to advance national impact framework in Brazil

On Wednesday 30 October, Queen Mary University of London’s President and Principal, Professor Colin Bailey and Vice Principal International, Professor Helen Bailey, welcomed a high-profile Brazilian delegation to the University. The event, which consisted of panels and presentations from key figures in UK higher education, including the UK Government’s International Education Champion Professor Sir Steve Smith, shared strategies for how universities measure their impact.   

Urgent reform needed: legal expert calls for new statutory offence to combat rising spiking incidents

As alarming reports reveal a troubling increase in spiking incidents in the UK, leaving victims vulnerable and terrified, legal expert Amber Marks, Lecturer in Criminal Law and Evidence at Queen Mary University of London, calls for immediate reform to address this pervasive threat.

Starch nanocomposite films pave the way for green electronics

Queen Mary University of London researchers have developed new nanocomposite films using starch instead of petroleum-based materials, marking a significant advancement in the field of sustainable electronics

£1.1 million fund awarded to understand how glycans shape the amphibian skin microbiome and susceptibility to a deadly fungus

A team based at Queen Mary University of London and Imperial College London has received £1.1 million funding from the UK Biotechnology and Biological Sciences Research Council (BBSRC) to crack the “sugar code” in the amphibian skin. The research aims to understand how glycan shapes the amphibian skin microbiome and leads it to be susceptible to a deadly fungus.

Replica of Sacred Kamukuwaká Cave Unveiled in Amazon’s Indigenous Territory

Indigenous and international collaboration brings sacred site back to life, preserving cultural heritage in the Xingu Territory

Professor Sir Mark Caulfield receives Stokes Medal for outstanding contribution to cardiovascular disease

Professor Sir Mark Caulfield, VP Health at Queen Mary University of London, received the Irish Cardiac Society Stokes Medal on Friday, recognising his outstanding contribution to cardiovascular disease throughout his career. 

Charlie Sellar awarded scholarship for next generation of healthcare leaders

Final year medical student from the Faculty of Medicine and Dentistry, Charlie Sellar, has been awarded a prestigious scholarship from the Healthcare Leadership Academy (HLA) in recognition of his great potential for becoming a leader in healthcare. 

Graphene-based memristors move a step closer to benefiting next-generation computing

Researchers from Queen Mary University of London and Paragraf Limited have demonstrated a significant step forward in the development of graphene-based memristors and towards unlocking their potential for use in future computing systems and artificial intelligence (AI). 

Queen Mary academics recognised with prestigious Philip Leverhulme prizes for pioneering research

Three Queen Mary University of London academics have been recognised as leading researchers in their fields, receiving one of the most coveted awards in the UK academic landscape—the Philip Leverhulme Prize. Dr. Nivi Manchanda, Reader in International Politics from the School of Politics and International Relations, and Dr. Sasha Litvintseva and Dr. Mario Slugan, Senior Lecturers in Film from the School of the Arts, are among the 2024 winners.

Study uncovers the true burden of asthma in African pupils

Rapid urbanisation and population growth in sub-Saharan Africa has increased the incidence of asthma in young people, but the lack of diagnosis and care means that many suffer from untreated symptoms, according to research led by the Faculty of Medicine and Dentistry.

Screen-free bedtimes boost toddler sleep, new research shows

A world-first randomised controlled trial (RCT) of toddler screen time published open-access in JAMA Pediatrics shows that removing screen time in the hour before bed improves the quality of toddler sleep. 

Queen Mary announces dual master's degree programme with top Indian university

On 14 October 2024, Queen Mary University of London signed a partnership agreement with Shoolini University in India. It will allow students from India to earn a dual master's degree with both an Indian and UK qualification.

Pushing for change: Celebrating the Number 1 Black student in the UK

This Black History Month, Queen Mary University of London proudly celebrates the achievements of Kwesi Daniel Bimpong, a fourth-year degree apprentice in Computer Science at one of the world’s leading investment banking and securities companies, Goldman Sachs.

Can the Law Keep Up with AI? Dr Keri Grieman’s Latest Book Tackles High-Risk AI Regulation

A comprehensive look at how law can evolve to keep pace with artificial intelligence in critical sectors like healthcare and autonomous vehicles

Queen Mary Impact Accelerator Award helps secure UK cinema release for pioneering film on autism, 'The Stimming Pool'

The Stimming Pool (2024), a hybrid film exploring the world through autistic perspectives, co-created by Professor Steven Eastwood, Director of Film Practice at Queen Mary University of London, is currently making waves at international film festivals.

Scientists bring socioeconomic status at the forefront of epidemic modelling

Study shows how neglecting income, education, and ethnicity affects disease spread predictions on COVID-19 data.

Study reveals 85% of women prefer choice between self-sampling and traditional cervical screening

Research highlights growing demand for more flexibility and accessible cervical cancer testing options.

Queen Mary joins multi-million-pound UK-wide platform into cancer immunotherapy

The University is part of a nationwide team launching a new platform to understand immunotherapy response and side effects in cancer.

Colin Bailey’s outstanding contribution to social mobility recognised with national award

Professor Colin Bailey, CBE, President and Principal of Queen Mary University of London, has received an Outstanding Contribution award for his work in the field of social mobility. 

New VP for International welcomes Wuhan University to Queen Mary

Professor Helen Bailey, Queen Mary University’s new Vice Principal International, hosted her first international delegation on Monday 30 September 2024. Together with colleagues including Professor Richard Grose, Director of the Global Policy Institute, she welcomed senior leaders from Wuhan University to the University’s Mile End Campus.

New Book by Dr Sevil Yesiloglu explores the future of online advertising

Queen Mary University of London’s Dr Sevil Yesiloglu, a senior lecturer in Marketing, has co-authored a significant new publication titled ‘Advertising in the Digital Age: Theories and Practices’.

Blog: Maggie Smith was a formidable actor with a biting wit and a fearsome ability to deliver lines

Jen Harvie, Professor of Contemporary Theatre and Performance, in the School of the Arts at Queen Mary University of London has written for 'The Conversation' on the late British actress Dame Maggie Smith. 

Research heralds new era for genetics

Research led by scientists at Queen Mary University of London is heralding in a new era for genetic sequencing and testing.  

UK-led collaboration contributes to largest infrared map of Milky Way

The most extensive infrared survey of the Milky Way, mapping over 1.5 billion celestial objects, has been completed, marking a major milestone for global astronomy.

Queen Mary University of London students showcase important AI research at Google DeepMind HQ

Empowering the future of AI talent through the Research Ready Programme.

Blog: Evidence tells us voters might be convinced to accept short-term pain for long-term gain – but it will be a hard sell

Matthew Barnfield, Postdoctoral Research Fellow in the School of Politics and International Relations has written for 'The Conversation' on whether UK voters will accept short-term economic hardship for long-term benefits, highlighting research that shows voters prefer immediate outcomes but may support delayed rewards if they are substantial and certain.

Queen Mary is part of new London Advanced Therapy ATTC

Queen Mary University of London is delighted to be a part of the new London-based Advanced Therapy Treatment Centre (ATTC). 

New research reveals how “Home” affects psychological well-being in a mobile world

A new study by Zahra Sharifonnasabi, Senior Lecturer in Marketing and Co-Director of the MINDS Research Group at Queen Mary University of London, sheds light on the link between “home” and psychological well-being for people who frequently move across countries.

Queen Mary University of London receives best results in three years in latest Knowledge Exchange Framework

In the 2024 Knowledge Exchange Framework (KEF), Queen Mary University of London has achieved the highest possible score among top research-intensive universities for the categories 'research partnerships', 'public and community engagement', and 'IP and commercialisation'. The University also improved its position in a number of other areas.

Beyond labels: A new framework for neurodiversity and mental health

A new article introduces a dimensional approach to understanding the mental health needs of neurodivergent people.

Queen Mary University of London researchers announce ground-breaking clinical trial results for hard-to-treat cancers

Professors Tom Powles and Peter Schmid delivered results from their phase three clinical trials during Sunday’s Presidential Symposium at the European Society for Medical Oncology (ESMO) Congress 2024, a global event showcasing cutting-edge cancer research to over 30,000 attendees.

Joint research with Harvard reveals health inequalities in cancer

Research by Queen Mary and Harvard shows that people with the Duffy-null phenotype – a trait found predominantly in people of African or Middle Eastern descent – may be erroneously excluded from clinical trials and some cancer treatments due to misinterpretation of their routine blood test results.

Blog: Grenfell was not a state ‘failure’ – it was institutional violence

David Whyte, Professor of Climate Justice at Queen Mary University of London and Victoria Cooper, Lecturer in Social Policy and Criminology at The Open University has written for ‘The Conversation’ on how the Grenfell tragedy  was institutional violence

Blog: One year on from the first ever blended-learning medical education programme

Pedro Elston – Reader in Medical Education, Faculty of Medicine and Dentistry - reflects on the Faculty of Medicine and Dentistry's ground-breaking blended-learning medical education programme

Professor Neve Gordon Elected Fellow of the Academy of Social Sciences

Professor Neve Gordon, a distinguished scholar of international humanitarian law and human rights at Queen Mary University of London, has been elected to the prestigious Fellowship of the Academy of Social Sciences.

Blog: Helping students build confidence and competence in the lab with new technologies

The study of chemistry is an inherently hands-on experience. 

Animating Minds project receives UKRI funding at Queen Mary

Professor Rachael Bedford at the Child Development Lab co-leads the initiative.

More children walked or cycled to school after the introduction of ULEZ, finds new study from Queen Mary and the University of Cambridge

Researchers found 4 in 10 London children swopped to more active forms of transport, compared to students in Luton, which has no driving restrictions.

DERI collaborates with Sierra Leone to combat climate change

Queen Mary University of London’s Digital Environment Research Institute (DERI) has joined forces with the Directorate of Science, Technology, and Innovation (DSTI) in Sierra Leone to tackle the pressing issue of climate change.

Blog: Opening the door to UK politics: How is practical work experience broadening access to political careers?

How can we make the UK political landscape more representative?

Three world-renowned professors appointed to lead Academic Centre for Healthy Aging

Three internationally-leading professors have been appointed as Professorial Chairs for the Academic Centre for Healthy Ageing (ACHA), a new centre created by Barts Health NHS Trust and Queen Mary University of London, with £6.6 million from Barts Charity.

Scientists discover how starfish get ‘legless’

A neurohormone that makes their arms fall off is identified.

Three decades of legal scholarship under the lens: Study reveals impact of research assessments on UK academic publishing

Analysis of 30,000+ research outputs highlights shift in publication strategies and raises questions about diversity in legal scholarship.

Alzheimer’s Society funds new Doctoral Training Centre for Integrated Care

The Alzheimer’s Society has awarded £3.1million to fund a Doctoral Training Centre to be based at the Wolfson Institute of Population Health

New study finds more people at risk of hereditary heart disease

More people in the UK are at risk of a hereditary form of cardiac amyloidosis, a potentially fatal heart condition, than previously thought - according to a new study led by researchers at Queen Mary University of London and UCL.

Queen Mary researchers named in the top 100 female scientists in the UK

For the third year in a row, Fran Balkwill, Irene Leigh and Claudia Langenberg remain in the list of the UK’s top 100 female scientists. 

Dr Sam Halvorsen leads major global research project on urban democracy innovations

Dr Sam Halvorsen of the School of Geography at Queen Mary University of London has successfully spearheaded a major new research collaboration that will explore the critical role of cities in addressing global challenges related to democracy, governance, and trust.

Non-cognitive skills: the hidden key to academic success

New research reveals the growing importance of emotional intelligence in shaping educational outcomes.

Queen Mary University of London seeks top talent in AI, Machine Learning and Computer Science

The University’s Faculty of Science and Engineering expands its research portfolio with up to 30 new academic positions. 

Addressing the environmental impact of haematology care

An In-Focus analysis in Lancet Haematology calls for greater understanding of greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, to inform effective and prudent health practice in haematology care.

Queen Mary University of London academics lead research collective 'Planetary Portals' in creative exploration of colonial environmental legacies

Two distinguished academics from Queen Mary University of London’s School of Geography, Dr Kerry Holden and Professor Kathryn Yusoff, are playing a central role in a pioneering research collective known as Planetary Portals.

Queen Mary University of London hosts inaugural Mexican symposium to strengthen academic ties

Queen Mary University of London, in collaboration with The Polytechnic Foundation and The National Polytechnic Institute of Mexico (IPN), proudly hosted the First International Symposium of IPN Students in the UK on August 19-20.

Better arranged molecules improve solar panel efficiency

Researchers have shown how arrangements of molecules in organic solar cells can improve light absorption, leading to better and cheaper solar panels.

Helen Bailey joins Queen Mary as new VP for International

Professor Helen Bailey, a Fellow of the Royal Society of Arts and an Associate of King’s College London, will be joining Queen Mary University in September as the new Vice Principal for International.

University of Oxford, Queen Mary University of London, and Genomics England publish new haplotype reference panel for UK Biobank

The new, more accurate panel has helped to identify several new rare-variant associations for tested traits, using data collected by Genomics England.

SKETCH Symposium 2024: Building a Community of Practice for Student Knowledge Exchange

Queen Mary University of London’s award-winning student knowledge exchange programme, SKETCH (Student Knowledge Exchange Through Community Hubs), recently hosted its 2024 symposium, bringing together academic and professional services staff from higher education institutions to share insights and build a vibrant community of practice.

Blog: The good, the bad and the awful – how business reacts to online reviews

Mina Tajvidi, Lecturer(Assistant Professor) in Marketing, in the School of Business and Management at Queen Mary University of London has written for 'The Conversation' on how business reacts to online reviews

Professor Sophie Harman's new book exposes global women's health crisis

Professor Sophie Harman's insightful new book, ‘Sick of It: The Global Fight for Women's Health’ delves into the critical and often overlooked issues surrounding women's health worldwide.

International collaboration awarded £2.2 million to trial a new approach to disease management in Thailand

An international team from Queen Mary University of London, Chiang Mai University, the Ministry of Public Health in Thailand, and the London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine has received funding to pilot an intervention to empower doctors in Thailand to improve outcomes for their patients.

Dr SaeJune Park awarded KSEAUK outstanding early career investigator award

Dr SaeJune Park, a Lecturer in Terahertz (THz) Electronics and Head of the THz Laboratory at Queen Mary University of London, has been honoured with the 2024 Korean Scientists and Engineers Association in the UK (KSEAUK) Outstanding Early Career Investigator Award.

Professor Graham Easton awarded National Teaching Fellowship

Professor Graham Easton from the Faculty of Medicine and Dentistry has been awarded a National Teaching Fellowship from Advance HE. This is the third year in a row that an educator from Queen Mary has received the prestigious award.

Researchers unlock life history secrets of Jurassic mammals using X-ray imaging

Using dental growth rings, scientists reveal dramatic differences in growth patterns between ancient and modern mammals

Carsurin, NBRI and Queen Mary University of London strengthen strategic alliance to propel Indonesia’s EV industry

PT Carsurin Tbk (“Carsurin”), the National Battery Research Institute (“NBRI”) and Queen Mary University of London are happy to announce a pivotal Strategic Alliance that will strengthen Indonesia’s position in the electric vehicle (EV) industry. 

Queen Mary University of London receives first Race Equality Charter award

Queen Mary University of London has received a Bronze Award from AdvanceHE for their Race Equality Charter (REC).

Perovskite discovery goes automatic: new platform expedites material development for next-gen tech

Automated material synthesis and characterization reduces discovery time from hours to minutes

New review calls for further research on the way endocrine function is impacted by global temperature changes

The research discusses the impact of climate change on the systems that facilitate physiological adaptations to heat exposure

Queen Mary recognises four outstanding individuals at summer graduations

Julie Begum, Joanne Hannaford, Peter Heathcote and Padmavati Ramachandran received honorary fellowships and degrees as part of our summer graduation ceremonies.

Queen Mary awards Professor Virginia Davis the Queen Mary Staff Medal at summer graduation

Professor Virginia Davis has been awarded the Queen Mary Staff Medal in recognition of her exceptional, sustained contribution to Queen Mary. 

Queen Mary welcomes delegation from the Royal Thai Embassy in London

On Wednesday 17th July, Queen Mary University of London welcomed the Minister for Education at the Royal Thai Embassy in London, along with members of the Embassy’s Office of Educational Affairs. 

New study simulates gravitational waves from failing warp drive

Sci-fi spaceships could create bursts within the range of future detectors

Dr Andy Russell Appointed as UK Parliament’s Thematic Research Lead for Climate and Environment

Dr. Andy Russell, Senior Lecturer in Environmental Science and Director of the Research Centre for Environmental Change and Communities, has been appointed as a Thematic Research Lead (TRL) on Climate and Environment for UK Parliament.

Scientists assess how large dinosaurs could really get

The maximum size of T. rex is estimated to be 70% larger than current values 

Blood proteins predict the risk of developing more than 60 diseases

Protein ‘signatures’, which can be obtained via a blood sample, can be used to predict the onset of 67 diseases including multiple myeloma, non-Hodgkin lymphoma, motor neurone disease, pulmonary fibrosis, and dilated cardiomyopathy. Using protein information to predict the onset of diseases could help with timely diagnosis, early initiation of treatment and improved patient outcomes.

Degraded rainforests still hold significant value, new study shows

A massive new study of 127 surveys across 11 years, published in Nature and carried out by an international team of researchers, sheds light on the true value of degraded tropical rainforests.

Largest international trial of time-lapse imaging systems for embryo incubation and selection in IVF finds it gives no advantage over conventional methods

There is no difference in live birth rates between time-lapse imaging and other standard approaches used in in vitro fertilisation (IVF) for embryo incubation and selection prior to implantation, according to research led by Queen Mary.

Building a path to accessible medical education

Professor Chie Adachi, Dean for Digital Education in the Faculty of Medicine and Dentistry, discusses how our pioneering Digital Education Studio is making medical education more accessible.

Professor Rachael Mulheron and Professor Daniel Harbour elected Fellows of the British Academy

The British Academy has elected Queen Mary University of London Professors Rachael Mulheron KC (Hon), Professor of Tort Law and Civil Justice and Daniel Harbour, Professor of Cognitive Science of Language as new Fellows.

Queen Mary Professor wins IEEE John Kraus Antenna Award for pioneering work in body-centric wireless communication

Professor Yang Hao of Queen Mary University of London has been awarded the IEEE John Kraus Antenna Award in recognition of his significant contributions to the field of antennas and propagation.

Queen Mary welcomes delegations from Saudi Arabia and China with focus on dentistry and business management. 

This month, Queen Mary welcomed a senior delegation from the University of Ha’il to the Institute of Dentistry for the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding, followed by a delegation from the Beijing Institute of Chemical Technology, who were hosted by the School of Business and Management. 

Ancient microbes offer clues to how complex life evolved

Microbes shed light on how our single-celled ancestors mixed viral DNA into their own genetic code.

Children living in deprived areas are three times more likely to need dental extractions in hospital

Children living in areas with high levels of deprivation are three times more likely to have severe tooth decay that requires a dental extraction in hospital, compared with children living in more affluent areas. The findings highlight an urgent need for equitable access to preventive dentistry.

Blog: Learning to speak the language of AI in healthcare

Bias in healthcare data can have serious consequences, impacting diagnoses, treatments, and overall patient outcomes. Dr Julia Ive dives deep in this critical issue, exploring the potential of Artificial Intelligence (AI) to analyse the qualitative aspects of healthcare records, specifically through Natural Language Processing (NLP).

Survey reveals Kemi Badenoch as the top choice among Conservative Party members, but the party is evenly split on merging with Nigel Farage’s Reform UK

Party Members Project run out of Queen Mary University of London and Sussex University suggests that ‘bookies’ favourite’, Kemi Badenoch, currently enjoys most support among those who will eventually decide who becomes the Leader of the Opposition.  It also suggests that the party membership is evenly split on whether the Tories should merge with Nigel Farage’s Reform UK.

New method of measuring tumour infiltrating lymphocytes predicts long term outcomes for a type of early breast cancer

Researchers from Queen Mary University London and Emory University used a novel AI-based analytic tool to better understand how tumour infiltrating lymphocytes (TILs) can predict which cases of Ductal Carcinoma in Situ (DCIS) would go on to become invasive breast cancer.

Largest-ever cohort graduates from Queen Mary University of London’s Malta campus

On Tuesday, 9 July, 35 students graduated from the Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS) programme in Gozo - the third class of graduates in Malta and the largest ever. 

Blog: What Labour’s election means for women: the good and the bad

Rainbow Murray, Professor of Politics in the School of Politics and International Relations at Queen Mary University of London has written for 'The Conversation' on what Labour's election means for women.

Celebrating 10 Years of qLegal: Honouring partnerships, innovation, and impact

qLegal, Queen Mary University of London’s renowned pro bono commercial law clinic, celebrated a decade of transformative impact at their annual summer party.

Queen Mary researchers elected to membership of EMBO

Queen Mary University of London congratulates Professor Claudia Langenberg and Dr Isabel M Palacios on their recent election to the European Molecular Biology Organization (EMBO) Membership. 

Baby chicks learn faster due to mother’s colour

The study reveals that newborn chicks are predisposed to learn quicker based on the colour of their mother.

Queen Mary experts react to election results

Experts from Queen Mary give their initial reactions to the election results 

Blog: Keir Starmer: three warnings from history for Labour’s seventh British prime minister

Colm Murphy, Lecturer in the School of Politics and International Relations at Queen Mary University of London has written for ' The Conversation' on what Keir Starmer could learn from his predecessors’ challenges

Pioneering project to capture waste heat from University data centre for hot water and heating starts in London

Queen Mary starts green heating refurbishment in Priestley building data centre.  

Professor John Gribben receives prestigious José Carreras award from the European Hematology Association (EHA)

Professor Gribben was awarded the honour in recognition of his exceptional achievements and pivotal role in shaping the landscape of blood disorder (haematological) research.

Biodiversity Credits let businesses contribute to species conservation

Study demonstrates how a simple metric could steer the global economy towards halting and reversing biodiversity loss

Shrinking glaciers: microscopic fungi enhance soil carbon storage in new landscapes created by shrinking Arctic glaciers

Queen Mary University of London researchers led by Dr James Bradley studied how microbes colonise these barren landscapes.

Queen Mary University of London researchers to showcase sustainable battery technology at Royal Society Summer Science Exhibition

Dr Maria Crespo to unveil pathbreaking tech using waste materials for next-generation batteries 

Queen Mary University of London Partners with Trade Justice Movement to Launch Trade and Climate Assembly

Queen Mary University of London, in collaboration with the Trade Justice Movement, has launched the world’s first Citizens’ Assembly covering trade and climate change. 

Giorgos Gouzoulis awarded prestigious Russo & Linkon award for critical analysis in working-class studies

Giorgos Gouzoulis, Associate Professor in Human Resource Management in the School of Business and Management at Queen Mary University of London, has been honoured with the Russo & Linkon Award by the Working-Class Studies Association (WCSA).

Blog: Is Macron pushing France toward a ‘strange defeat’?

Andrew Smith, Lecturer in Liberal Arts, in the School of History at Queen Mary University of London has written for 'The Conversation' on French President Emmanuel Macron's invocation of historian and resistance fighter Marc Bloch

Blog: After 14 years in opposition, Labour’s cabinet will be inexperienced – is that a problem?

Tony McNulty, Teaching Fellow in the School of Politics and International Relations at Queen Mary University of London has written for ' The Conversation' on Labour being out of power for 14 years, so the majority of its shadow cabinet has never held a ministerial post. Is this lack of experience a problem?

Online app aims to give voters a clearer sense of the political landscape

Vote Compass was developed by political scientists and calculates the alignment between users and political parties

Blog: Why We are Hosting a Permanent Peoples’ Tribunal on West Papua

David Whyte, Director of the Centre for Climate Crime and Climate Justice at Queen Mary University of London explains why the Centre is organising and hosting a Permanent Peoples’ Tribunal on West Papua

20-year anniversary: Queen Mary celebrates pioneering partnership with Beijing University of Posts and Telecommunications (BUPT) and 2024 graduates

This week, Queen Mary University of London and Beijing University of Posts and Telecommunications (BUPT) celebrated the 20th anniversary of their educational collaboration – a partnership which made both universities true pioneers. 

Professor Ferranti Wong elected as the President of European Academy of Paediatric Dentistry

Professor Wong was presented with the presidential chain of office during the EAPD congress in Gothenburg, Sweden, last month.

Queen Mary rises to 92 among global universities

Queen Mary University of London has been ranked 92nd in the world and 9th in the UK in the 2024-25 edition of the influential U.S. News & World Report Best Global Universities rankings.

Blog: There’s nothing undemocratic about a large Labour majority – in fact, managed properly, it could provide the space for serious debate

Tony McNulty, Teaching Fellow in the School of Politics and International Relations at Queen Mary University of London has written for ' The Conversation' on the Conservatives' fearmongering about Labour's potential large majority in the 2024 election and examines the substantial challenges a new Labour government would face, including handling a "polycrisis" of domestic and international issues, managing internal party dynamics, and fostering effective governance and open dialogue within the party to ensure responsible politics.

Queen Mary University of London to partner with Indonesia's BMKG to train the next generation of climate and environmental scientists

Queen Mary University of London has secured a partnership with the Indonesian Agency for Meteorology, Climatology, and Geophysics (BMKG).

Shaping the future of STEM education: Nobel laureate Carl Wieman visits Queen Mary

Professor Wieman and Queen Mary University of London academics discussed their techniques for effective teaching informed by research. 

Queen Mary celebrates graduations at Nanchang University and Northwestern Polytechnical University

Queen Mary is dedicated to opening the doors of opportunity and unleashing the potential of every student - not just our students in the UK but around the world. Our long-established transnational partnerships with leading universities in China equip students with a combination of the best aspects of two different education systems. 

This week we celebrated the hard work of more than 440 students graduating from our joint programmes with Nanchang University (NCU) and Northwestern Polytechnical University (NPU). 

Queen Mary University of London hosts global discussion on AI policy 

On June 20th, Queen Mary hosted a landmark discussion on AI policy, launching the Policy Forum of the Harvard Data Science Review's special issue, "Future Shock: Grappling with the Generative AI Revolution." 

Playing Fantasy Football for money may be bad for your mental health

Study finds that players who have greater financial involvement in Fantasy Football report more mental health concerns

Queen Mary University of London to host tribunal on state and environmental violence in West Papua: Exposing corporate profiteering and human rights violations

The Centre for Climate Crime and Justice at Queen Mary University of London will host a Permanent Peoples’ Tribunal on State and Environmental Violence in West Papua from June 27th to 29th.

Crafting Connections: Dr S M A Moin's new book 'Storytelling in Marketing and Brand Communications' redefines how brands engage with consumers

In an era where storytelling has redefined marketing from a brand monologue to brand-consumer dialogues, conversations, and co-creation, Dr S M A Moin's latest book, ‘Storytelling in Marketing and Brand Communications’ emerges as a guiding light for marketers navigating the dynamic landscape of modern brand communications.

Blog: The revolution shall not be automated: the political possibilities of activism through data & AI

"If we want to leverage this technology to advance social justice ... we need to stop simply wondering what the AI revolution will do to us and start thinking collectively about how we can produce data and AI models differently" writes Dr Isadora Cruxên, Lecturer in Business and Society

The ThinkHand study: bringing researchers, clinicians, and people with Multiple Sclerosis (MS) together to focus on preserving upper limb function

This innovative and wide-ranging campaign raised awareness of the importance of upper limb function in MS and the need to develop alternative ways to measure, record, and account for hand and arm function changes.

Queen Mary's Digital and Professional Solutions Apprenticeship programme expands

Queen Mary University of London celebrates the redevelopment of its longest-running degree apprenticeship programme, the Digital and Professional Solutions Professional (DTSP). 

£2.9 million funding awarded to research the impacts of historic landfill on UK coasts and communities

The Resilience of Anthropocene Coasts and Communities (RACC) project, led by Professor Kate Spencer and Dr Andy Russell from the School of Geography at Queen Mary University of London with Professor Larissa Naylor at the University of Glasgow, has been awarded £2.9 million as part of the broader UK Research and Innovation (UKRI) and Defra funded Resilient UK Coastal Communities and Seas programme.

Professor Chloe Orkin receives MBE in the King’s Birthday Honours

Queen Mary University of London is delighted to congratulate Professor Chloe Orkin, who has been recognised with an MBE for services to NHS in the 2024 King’s Birthday Honours list.

Queen Mary University of London to play key role in Horizon Europe Project on Democratic Governance and Sustainable Food Systems

Queen Mary University of London will play a key role in the new Horizon Europe project ‘Democratic Governance, Environmental and Climate Challenges, and Societal Transformation: Deliberation, Inclusiveness, and Citizen Empowerment for Sustainable Food Systems’ (DEMETRA)

New genetic atlas of periodontal cell types shows gum disease may be caused by immunosuppression of the keratinocytes in the mouth

Researchers have for the first time created an integrated single-cell RNA sequencing (scRNAseq) atlas of the human periodontium, the specialised tissues in the mouth that connect teeth to the underlying bone. This atlas will help identify the unique environments that impact on the development of gum disease (periodontitis), leading to better and more precise treatments. 

Blog: If D-day ceremony aimed to send Putin a message about fighting tyranny, Ukraine’s allies should have paid more attention to history

Natalya Chernyshova, Lecturer in Modern European History in the School of History at Queen Mary University of London has written for 'The Conversation' on the recent D-day commemorations

Blog: Could Labour’s massive poll lead affect, as well as reflect, how it performs at the election? Three things the evidence tells us

Matthew Barnfield, Postdoctoral Research Fellow in the School of Politics and International Relations at Queen Mary University of London has written for 'The Conversation' on Labour’s massive poll lead affect, as well as reflect, how it performs at the election?

Queen Mary hosts MedTech Roadshow

Queen Mary University of London recently welcomed esteemed colleagues from academia and the healthcare industry at the MedTech World London Roadshow. The event follows the university’s successful participation at the Med-Tech World Summit in Malta in October 2023, where Queen Mary received the “Excellence in Digital Health Education” Award, and it underlines the university’s leading role in shaping the future of medical education and innovation. 

New research suggests weight bearing after ankle fracture surgery may be more beneficial than previously thought

A new study from the Bone and Joint Health research group indicates that advice on weight bearing after treatment for ankle fractures may need to be adjusted to ensure the best outcomes for post-surgical care.

Preparing for a world where Alzheimer’s disease is treatable

Drugs with the potential to change the course of Alzheimer’s disease are expected to be approved by mid-year in the UK. Healthcare services may need to change to ensure that all patients have equitable access to these new modifying anti-amyloid therapies.

Queen Mary wins two London Higher awards for student employability and research collaboration, and is highly commended for wellbeing support 

The awards, new this year on the 25th anniversary of London Higher, are for Higher Education Institutions in London.

UNFPA and Queen Mary publish regional reports to help countries across the world meet COP commitments to tackle gender injustice from climate change

The United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) and Queen Mary University of London have published five regional reports to support the integration of sexual and reproductive health and rights and related themes in the nationally determined contributions (NDCs) of countries across the world. 

Queen Mary University of London joins US AI Safety Consortium

Queen Mary is one of over 200 leading AI stakeholders collaborating on this critical initiative.

Blog: Shocking news: Daily Mail says public opposes Labour’s votes-at-16 policy – here’s why Starmer won’t flinch

Philip Cowley, Professor of Politics in the School of Politics and International Relations at Queen Mary University of London has written for 'The Conversation' on the results of a recent poll that 'deals a blow' for Starmer- but will it really hurt Labour?

Blog: Election manifestos are inevitably a letdown – here’s how we can fix them

Patrick Diamond, Professor in Public Policy in the School of Politics and International Relations at Queen Mary University of London, has written for 'The Conversation', on the inevitable letdown of election manifestos - and how we can fix them.

New study reveals substantial carbon emissions from the ongoing Israel-Gaza conflict

A new study by an international team of researchers has revealed the significant environmental impact of the ongoing Israel-Gaza conflict. Co-authored by Dr Benjamin Neimark, Senior Lecturer at Queen Mary University of London, the study provides a comprehensive estimate of the greenhouse gas emissions resulting from the conflict and calls for mandatory military emissions reporting.

First-of-its-kind test can predict dementia up to nine years before diagnosis

Researchers from the Centre of Preventive Neurology have developed a new method for predicting dementia with over 80% accuracy and up to nine years before a diagnosis. The new method provides a more accurate way to predict dementia than memory tests or measurements of brain shrinkage, two commonly used methods for diagnosing dementia.

Queen Mary is one of the highest climbers among UK universities in 2025 QS rankings

Queen Mary University of London has climbed 25 places in the 2025 QS World University Rankings, confirming its position as one of the world’s top universities.

Queen Mary welcomes large Higher Education delegation from Thailand

Global research and innovation opportunities, academic collaborations and student exchanges were among the topics Queen Mary University of London explored with a large delegation of higher education leaders from Thai universities last week. 

Professor Jack Cuzick awarded the prestigious Galen Medal by the Worshipful Society of Apothecaries

The Galen Medal in Therapeutics has been presented by the Society of Apothecaries annually since 1925 and is its most prestigious honour.

Higher Education delegation from Pakistan visits Queen Mary

Queen Mary University of London has welcomed a Higher Education delegation from Pakistan on Thursday, 23 May. The visit follows the launch of the Pak-UK Transnational Education (TNE) Policy at the end of April and a first successful visit by a delegation of Pakistani Vice Chancellors to Queen Mary in February last year. 

MTJG London 2024 - Navigating colliding principles in lawmaking within the video game and interactive entertainment industry

Queen Mary University of London’s Centre for Commercial Law Studies brought academic and industry experts together for its More Than Just a Game (MTJG)conference earlier this month

Professor Xavier Griffin awarded prestigious travelling fellowship by the British Orthopaedic Association

The Fellowship facilitates the visit of orthopaedic experts to centres of excellence in Canada and the USA.

Blog: Notification! You may have cancer. Could smartphones and wearables help detect cancer early?

Suzanne Scott, Professor of Health Psychology and Early Cancer Diagnosis in the Faculty of Medicine and Dentistry, discusses how technology could change how we monitor our health and the issues we need to consider now to optimise the chance of success. 

Queen Mary explores new routes of collaboration with Manipal Academy of Higher Education

Queen Mary University of London is strengthening its partnership with Manipal Academy of Higher Education (MAHE). Last week Queen Mary welcomed MAHE’s Vice Chancellor Lt Gen Dr M D Venkatesh and Dr Karunakar Kotegar, Director of International Affairs, at our Institute of Dentistry (IoD) to explore future collaborations in teaching and research as well as new articulation and progression agreements. 

Queen Mary announces winners of Education Excellence Awards and President and Principal’s Prizes

Queen Mary University of London recognised its 2023/24 winners of the Education Excellence Awards and President and Principal’s Prizes at a presentation on Thursday 23rd May. 

Blog: Persistent Gender Imbalances in UK Political Candidate Selections: A Call for Systemic Reform

In a comprehensive analysis by Dr Sofía Collignon , Senior Lecturer in Comparative Politics at Queen Mary University of London, new light has been shed on the persistent gender disparities in the selection of parliamentary candidates by the UK’s Conservative and Labour parties. Responding to a recent report by the Financial Times, Dr Collignon’s paper highlights the urgent need for systemic reforms to address these imbalances and promote gender equality in British politics.

Lung cancer study confirms benefits of screening across socioeconomic groups

New research indicates that people from all socioeconomic groups benefit from low-dose-CT screening in terms of lung cancer survival

Blog: Now You See Us: Women Artists in Britain 1520–1920 – stunning in scope but celebrating female artists with exhibitions isn’t enough

Dr Chloe Ward, Senior Lecturer in the History of British Art at Queen Mary University of London has written for 'The Conversation' on Tate Britain’s new exhibition, Now You See Us: Women Artists in Britain 1520-1920, which amasses over 200 works by more than 100 professional women artists.

Queen Mary University of London study reveals a lack of compliance with consumer law guidance on fertility clinic websites

Earlier this year, revelations surfaced indicating that women who freeze their eggs are being misled by some UK clinics about their chances of having a baby. Now a recent investigation from Queen Mary University of London, sheds light on the disparities in information provision regarding Time-lapse Imaging (TLI) on UK fertility clinic websites.

Professor Amrita Ahluwalia elected as Fellow of the Academy of Medical Sciences

Amrita Ahluwalia, Professor of Vascular Pharmacology and Dean of Research for the Faculty of Medicine and Dentistry at Queen Mary University of London, is one of 58 exceptional biomedical and health scientists elected by the Academy to its prestigious Fellowship. 

Pioneering guide helps judges to navigate digital open source evidence

'Evaluating Digital Open Source Imagery: A Guide for Judges and Fact-Finders,' a groundbreaking resource from Dr Daragh Murray, Senior Lecturer and IHSS Fellow, is aimed at equipping judges and fact-finders with essential tools to effectively evaluate digital open source evidence in legal proceedings.

Queen Mary University of London leads £1.7 million project to revolutionise drug discovery with next-generation organ-chip technology

Queen Mary University of London in collaboration with a consortium of leading pharmaceutical companies, organ-chip technology providers, and regulatory bodies, has secured a £1.7 million research grant from the Engineering and Physical Sciences Research Council (EPSRC) to develop a groundbreaking approach to drug discovery.

THE Asia Summit 2024: Queen Mary’s Dr. Andrew Spowage on the strengths of the Joint Educational Institution model

Dr. Andrew Spowage, Director (Industry) at Queen Mary University of London’s Centre for Research in Engineering and Materials Education, was recently invited to join a higher education panel discussion at the Times Higher Education’s (THE) 2024 Asia Universities Summit in Kuala Lumpur. The summit was hosted by Sunway University. 

New Labour's ongoing legacy: Dr Karl Pike analyses the battles over the ‘New Labour’ years and how they affected the party long after Blair and Brown left office

In the wake of the release of "Getting Over New Labour," a highly anticipated publication authored by Dr Karl Pike of Queen Mary University of London, political pundits and Labour enthusiasts are delving into the intricate web of the party's history and its lingering impact on contemporary politics.

Queen Mary academic Dr Jaswinder Blackwell-Pal announced by BBC and AHRC as ‘New Generation Thinker’

Dr Jaswinder Blackwell-Pal, Lecturer in Theatre and Performance Studies at Queen Mary University of London, has been selected by BBC and the Arts and Humanities Research Council (AHRC) as one of the ten ‘New Generation Thinkers’ for 2024

Professor Frances Balkwill elected as Fellow of the Royal Society

Professor Frances Balkwill OBE FMedSci FRS is one of 90 exceptional researchers across the world to be elected this year to the Fellowship of the Royal Society, the UK’s national academy of sciences.

Predictable melodies in songs may aid social bonding and group synchronisation, according to researchers. 

HPV vaccination is a highly effective way of reducing cervical disease, finds research led Professor of Cancer Epidemiology, Peter Sasieni

The human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccination programme in England has been associated with a substantial reduction in cervical disease across all socioeconomic groups. 

The origin and long-distance travels of upside down trees

Scientists have solved the mystery behind the origin, evolution and dispersal around the world of iconic baobabs.

Queen Mary welcomes UGM delegation to Mile End campus

Last week, Queen Mary University of London’s Indonesian education partner Universitas Gadjah Mada (UGM) met with Queen Mary colleagues. The UGM delegation was led by Dr Bayu Sutikno, Vice Dean for Academic and Student Affairs, Faculty of Economics and Business UGM.

Research led by Queen Mary suggests that people with more copies of ribosomal DNA have higher risks of developing disease

Analysis of previously unstudied areas of the genomes of 500,000 people indicates that individuals who have more copies of ribosomal DNA (rDNA) are more likely to develop inflammation and diseases during their lifetimes.

Dementia Action Week: Spotlight on the NIHR Policy Research Unit in Dementia and Neurodegeneration at Queen Mary University of London (DeNPRU-QM)

For Dementia Action Week, we’re showcasing work happening now in the Faculty of Medicine and Dentistry to improve our understanding of how we diagnose, and provide care and treatment to people living with dementia. 

Queen Mary attends UK HE Transnational Education Mission to Pakistan

Queen Mary recently joined a UK higher education delegation on a 5-day visit to Pakistan. Led by the UK Government’s International Education Champion, Sir Steve Smith, the delegation comprised senior representatives from the UK government, 15 leading UK higher education providers and key stakeholders from across the sector. 

Research finds genetic variation that could lead to increased risk of viral infections

A new study, led by Jesmond Dalli, Professor of Molecular Pharmacology at Queen Mary University of London, has found that people with a genetic mutation which leads to a reduction in a protein called LGR6, found on the surface of immune cells, have a decreased ability to clear viral infections.

Queen Mary signs new agreement with UESTC

On Wednesday, 24 April, Queen Mary University of London welcomed a delegation from the University of Electronic Science & Technology of China (UESTC) to sign a newly developed agreement with the School of Mathematical Sciences (SMS) and School of Biological & Behavioural Science (SBBS), providing high-performing graduates with the opportunity to move on to postgraduate study at Queen Mary and earn a one-year master's degree. 

Queen Mary project to tackle risks of ChatGPT-like systems for healthcare and law

Professor Maria Liakata awarded RAI UK Keystone grant to address sociotechnical limitations of Large Language Models (LLMs).

Professor Nikolaos Donos awarded the EFP Distinguished Scientist Award by the European Federation of Peridontology

Professor Donos' award was given as recognition for his exceptional achievements and commitment to the field of peridontology.

Queen Mary launches global search for leading researchers in medicine and dentistry

Queen Mary University of London is investing in its world-leading research through the creation of at least 15 new strategic professorial roles.

2024 Research and Innovation Awards highlights excellence across Queen Mary University of London

Queen Mary’s second annual Research and Innovation Awards highlights excellence across the University, from star early career researchers to impacts in policy, industry and climate action

Advance in understanding spatial navigation: walls, not floors, define space

New research published in Current Biology sheds light on how animals create and maintain internal spatial maps based on their surroundings.

Thomas Powles named in TIME's list of the 100 most influential people in global health this year 

Queen Mary University of London’s Professor Thomas Powles has been recognised in the 2024 TIME100 Health list for his breakthrough success in treating severe bladder cancer. 

AI in Music: Queen Mary begins new research partnerships.

Queen Mary University of London is starting four new collaborative projects to develop new ways to use AI in music.

Blog: After struggling with its past, is the Labour party looking to the future?

Karl Pike, Lecturer in Public Policy in the School of Politics and International Relations at Queen Mary University of London, has written for 'The Conversation' on 'New Labour'

New poll from Queen Mary University of London reveals ethnic minority perspectives on British politics, social issues, and governance

A new poll from the Mile End Institute at Queen Mary University of London reveals what ethnic minority voters in London think about British politics, racism in the UK, the Metropolitan Police Service, the cost-of-living crisis, and Rishi Sunak’s premiership

Blog: Is the London mayoral race tightening? New poll shows Sadiq Khan leads Susan Hall by 13 points

Elizabeth Simon, Postdoctoral Researcher in British Politics at Queen Mary University of London has written for the 'The Conversation' on the London mayoral elections

New £42 million screening trial to improve efficacy of prostate cancer screening

Queen Mary’s Professor Rhian Gabe is named as one of six lead researchers in the new £42 million TRANSFORM trial to find the best way to screen for prostate cancer.

Researchers identify over 2,000 genetic signals linked to blood pressure in study of over 1 million people

The Queen Mary-led study reveals the most detailed picture yet of genetic contributors to blood pressure. The findings lead to improved polygenic risk scores, which will better predict blood pressure and risk for hypertension.

Oxford’s Leah Thompson joins Queen Mary as our first Associate Director of Entrepreneurship.

Queen Mary University of London has appointed Leah Thompson as Associate Director of Entrepreneurship. A newly created role, Leah will lead entrepreneurial support activities across Queen Mary.

Dr Archie Davies awarded prestigious British Academy funding to illuminate the world of 'Quilombo' through translation and documentary film

Archie Davies, Lecturer in Geography and Fellow of the Institute for the Humanities and Social Sciences, awarded British Academy funding through the Official Development Assistance International Interdisciplinary Research Projects Programme (ODA) 2024, to work with Dr Diego de Matos Gondim, of the Federal University of Fluminense, Brazil

Blog: Sadiq Khan on track for third term as London mayor – but nearly half of Londoners dissatisfied with performance

Elizabeth Simon, Postdoctoral Researcher in British Politics, and Farah Hussain, PhD Candidate, School of Politics and International Relations at Queen Mary University of London has written for 'The Conversation' on how Sadiq Khan is on track for a third term as London Mayor, but nearly half of Londoners dissatisfied with performance

Queen Mary Social Venture Fund Pitch Competition 2024: Celebrating Social Entrepreneurship and Student - Led Impact Investing

Last month, Queen Mary Social Venture Fund (QMSVF) hosted its highly anticipated Pitch Competition 2024.

New study reveals how parasites shape complex food webs

A new study published today in Proceedings of the Royal Society B sheds light on how parasites influence the intricate relationships between predator and prey populations.

Pioneering AI in Earth Sciences: DERI’s Professor Cédric John

Professor John leads Data Science for the Environment and Sustainability at the Digital Environmental Research Institute (DERI).

Blog: Gaza war: Israel using AI to identify human targets raising fears that innocents are being caught in the net

Elke Schwarz, Reader in Political Theory in the School of Politics and International Relations at Queen Mary University of London, has written for 'The Conversation' on the use of AI in warfare and how innocent people are being caught in the net

New studies into malnutrition and infant mortality highlight Queen Mary’s close collaboration with researchers in Zimbabwe and Zambia

Two research papers published today identify mechanisms that contribute to the long-term impacts of malnutrition and HIV infection on children.

Standard diabetes test may be inaccurate for 10,000s of South Asian people in UK

Research led by Dr Miriam Samuel and colleagues in Genes & Health shows that a gene variant almost exclusively found in people of South Asian heritage affects the accuracy of the HbA1c test commonly used to diagnose type 2 diabetes.

Delegation from Sierra Leone visits Queen Mary to explore collaboration and partnerships

Just before Easter, Queen Mary University of London welcomed a delegation from Sierra Leone, led by the country’s Deputy Health Minister, Dr Jalikatu Mustapha. The visit's aim was to explore potential new partnerships and collaborations in teaching and research with a focus on reducing salt intake and hypertension.  

Queen Mary students celebrated in campaign that spotlights the success of ‘first in family’ students

A new national campaign, led by Universities UK (UUK), celebrates the extraordinary success of students from Queen Mary University of London who were the first in their families to attend university. 

Analysing the evidence: an interview with Professor Amrita Ahluwalia

In this interview, Professor Ahluwalia discusses her role in analysing some of the evidence collected during a police investigation into the use of a legal chemical to assist suicide.

Queen Mary partners with the London Medical Exchange to broaden access to its postgraduate education offerings across China

On Sunday, 24 March, Queen Mary University of London formally signed an agreement with the London Medical Exchange (LME) to bring postgraduate medical education to healthcare professionals across China.

Queen Mary in top 20 Universities targeted by leading employers 

Queen Mary University of London is again among the top 20 UK universities targeted by the largest number of top employers, according to High Fliers Research

The number of Black CEOs leading top-ranking FTSE companies is still too low warns Queen Mary alumnus Gavin Lewis

City MD and former student, Gavin Lewis says the city is still under-represented by Black leaders and that today’s students need to foster a culture of ambition and resilience to succeed.

Professors Segun Fatumo and Simon Haas to join Queen Mary’s Precision Health University Research Institute

The two appointments to the Precision Health University Research Institute (PHURI) strengthen the Institute’s focus on precision medicine and reflect its commitment to genomic diversity in research.

Chicks prove vision and touch linked at birth

Queen Mary study reveals that newly hatched chicks can instantly recognise objects with their vision, even if they've only ever experienced them by touch.

Professor Kathryn Yusoff selected to represent the UK at the 19th International Architecture Exhibition at La Biennale di Venezia 2025

Dr Kathryn Yusoff, Professor of Inhuman Geography at Queen Mary University of London has been selected as part of a team of architectural practitioners to represent the UK at the 19th International Architecture Exhibition at La Biennale di Venezia 2025.

Landmark report demonstrates the effectiveness of rewilding as an investable nature-based climate solution

Knepp Wildland Carbon Project: Academics from the School of Geography at Queen Mary University contribute to landmark report

Unlocking Insights into Marketing to Mature Consumers: A New Research Synthesis

Research from Queen Mary University of London academic Dr Mina Tajvidi, delves into marketing communications targeted at mature consumers aged 50 and above, addressing definitional inconsistencies and reviewing research published since 1972.

Secrets of the naked mole-rat: new study reveals how their unique metabolism protects them from heart attacks

This unusual, subterranean mammal with extreme longevity shows genetic adaptations to low oxygen environments which could offer opportunities for advancing other areas of physiological and medical research in humans. 

Breakthrough in melting point prediction: over 100-year-old physics problem solved by Queen Mary Professor

A longstanding problem in physics has finally been cracked by Professor Kostya Trachenko of Queen Mary University of London's School of Physical and Chemical Sciences.

Queen Mary publishes a government report exploring intellectual property in the metaverse

A new report by Queen Mary Intellectual Property Research Institute (QMIPRI) delves into the potential ramifications of the Metaverse on intellectual property (IP) rights. 

Blog: The impact of artificial intelligence on individual development and the functioning of democratic societies

AI potential can "only be realised through a considered and evidence-based approach, which prioritises human rights and safeguards against unintended consequences" writes Daragh Murray, Senior Lecturer at Queen Mary School of Law and Fellow of the Institute for the Humanities and Social Sciences

Quantum interference could lead to smaller, faster, and more energy-efficient transistors

Researchers develop new single-molecule transistor that uses quantum interference.

Malta Conference: The mounting health impacts of urbanisation and how to adjust to a changing environment

On Thursday, 14 March, leading environmental and public health experts from Queen Mary University of London and the University of Malta, Honourable Ministers, policy makers and members of the community came together at our Malta Campus to discuss ‘The Environmental Health Challenges of Urbanisation’.  

New NICE guideline on familial and genetic risk for ovarian cancer, led by Queen Mary researchers, now published

The National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE) has published new guidance, ‘Ovarian cancer: identifying and managing familial and genetic risk’. The guideline is the product of painstaking work by Professor Ranjit Manchanda, Professor of Gynaecological Oncology, and an expert committee including Dr Adam Brentnall, Senior Lecturer in Biostatistics - both from the Wolfson Institute of Population Health.

Queen Mary one of five top universities forming a new collaborative research centre for preterm birth research

The Tommy’s National Centre for Preterm Birth Research brings together leading researchers from Queen Mary with colleagues from Imperial College, University College, King's College, and the University of Leeds. 

‘Insurance, Climate Change and the Law’: New book from Queen Mary academic, explores the insurance industry's role in climate action

Queen Mary University of London academic Franziska Arnold-Dwyer is set to release her latest book titled "Insurance, Climate Change and the Law". This timely publication delves into the pivotal role of the insurance industry in addressing the challenges posed by climate change.

Queen Mary University of London Postdoctoral Fellow recognised for work on butterfly development

Dr Océane Seudre, a postdoctoral research fellow at Queen Mary University of London, is among the winners of the 2024 L'Oréal UNESCO For Women In Science Rising Talents Awards.

Blog: The abuse of Diane Abbott by a top Tory donor should have us all thinking about how we normalise racism against women MPs

Sofía Collignon, Senior Lecturer in Comparative Politics, in the School of Politics and International Relations at Queen Mary University of London, and Orly Siow, Associate Senior Lecturer in Gender Studies at Lund University, has written for 'The Conversation' on how the abuse of Diane Abbott by a top Tory donor should have us all thinking about how we normalise racism against women MPs.

Blog: Artdocfest is a crucial outpost of free expression on Russia’s doorstep

Jeremy Hicks, Professor of Russian Culture and Film from the School of Languages, Linguistics and Film at Queen Mary University of London has written for 'The Conversation' on 'Artdocfest': the biggest festival of documentary film in the former Soviet countries.

Blog: Israel-Gaza protests have cost police at least £25 million so far – but can you put a price on free speech?

Eric Heinze, Professor of Law and Humanities from the School of Law at Queen Mary University of London has written for 'The Conversation' on the cost of ‘free’ speech.

Queen Mary University Footballer Aims for World Cup Glory with Pakistan

Imran Kayani, a third-year student at Queen Mary University of London, is poised to represent Pakistan in their upcoming World Cup qualifier against Jordan, the furthest they’ve got in the 75-year history. The 22-year-old is impressively balancing the demands of international football and his academic studies in Computer Science.  

Professor Yang Hao receives 2024 EurAAP Antenna Award for world-leading contributions in wireless

Professor Yang Hao from the School of Electronic Engineering and Computer Science, was honored with the prestigious award at the ceremony held on Monday, March 18th in Glasgow, Scotland. 

Inorganic nitrate can help protect patients against kidney damage caused during coronary angiographic procedures

A five-day course of once-daily inorganic nitrate reduces the risk of a serious complication following a coronary angiogram, in which the dye used causes damage to the kidneys. The treatment was also shown to improve renal outcomes at three months and major adverse cardiac events (MACE) at one year compared to placebo.

Queen Mary University of London contributes to next phase of Integrating Finance and Biodiversity Programme

The battle against the alarming decline of species receives a significant reinforcement today as the Integrating Finance and Biodiversity (IFB) Programme secures an additional £3 million in follow-on funding from the esteemed Natural Environment Research Council (NERC). 

Queen Mary University of London wins first-ever EPSRC grant for training technicians

A £971,000 grant from the Engineering and Physical Sciences Research Council (EPSRC) will fuel the creation of a training hub for microwave and antenna technicians.

Queen Mary University of London researchers develop AI technique to rapidly reconstruct blood flow patterns in coronary arteries

New method eliminates time-consuming computational fluid dynamics calculations.

Professor Nikolaos Donos awarded the prestigious IADR Distinguished Scientist in Research in Periodontal Disease Award

Professor Donos, Director of Research and Head of Clinical Research at the Institute of Dentistry, was presented with the award - the highest international award in the field of Periodontology - at the 102nd General Session and Exhibition of the International Association for Dental, Oral, and Craniofacial Research (IADR) in New Orleans this week.

Queen Mary University of London researcher receives UKRI funding for methane monitoring project

Dr Paul Balcombe has secured £750,000 in funding from UK Research and Innovation (UKRI) for his project on improving methane monitoring.

School-age girls with obesity are more likely to experience joint and muscle pain

Girls with obesity are more likely to experience pain in their bones, joints, muscles, ligaments or tendons compared with children with a healthy weight, according to research by Queen Mary University of London. The same did not apply to boys. 

Queen Mary team awarded £7 million grant to train next generation of organ-on-a-chip scientists and bioengineers

A team of bioengineers led by Professor Hazel Screen have been awarded a £7 million grant to establish an EPSRC Centre for Doctoral Training (CDT) in Next Generation Organ-on-a-Chip Technologies.

Queen Mary joins €3 million project to develop advanced 3D printing for aerospace repairs

Queen Mary University of London is spearheading a transformative initiative in additive manufacturing (AM). 

Blog: Can plant genomics help us preserve Britain's biodiversity?

The UK government’s new biodiversity net gain scheme means that all new building projects in the UK must achieve a 10% net gain in biodiversity or habitat. However, as Professor of Plant Genetics Andrew Leitch explains, we need to protect and preserve biodiversity on a much larger scale.

Sir Simon Schama delivers first of Mile End Institute’s new ‘Hennessy Lectures’

This new wide-ranging series, celebrating the life and work of Mile End Institute patron, Lord Hennessy of Nympsfield, will bring together politicians, policymakers, academics, Queen Mary students and the wider public to explore the major challenges facing British politics and policymaking.

Celebrating the women inspiring inclusion at Queen Mary this International Women’s Day

The theme for this year’s International Women’s Day is ‘Inspiring Inclusion’

STARS by Mojisola Adebayo wins OffWestEnd Theatre award for best new play

STARS, a production written by acclaimed theatremaker, artist, and Professor of Theatre Writing and Performance Practice at Queen Mary, Mojisola Adebayo, has secured the New Play OffWestEnd Theatre (Offie) Award 2024.

Experienced Impact Investor to lead London Social Venture Fund Project.

New initiative seeks to support new startups with a social purpose.

Bees master complex tasks through social interaction

Bumblebees surprise scientists with advanced social learning skills

Launch event for the Centre for Preventive Neurology showcases breadth of research into neurological disorders

The Centre for Preventive Neurology, based in the Wolfson Institute of Population Health, marked its official launch this week with a symposium at the Mile End campus.

Queen Mary researchers shine at The Alan Turing Institute 

Three exceptional Queen Mary researchers have been awarded Turing Fellowships by The Alan Turing Institute.

Julian Jackson wins the Pol Roger Duff Cooper Prize for France on Trial: The Case of Marshal Pétain

The Pol Roger Duff Cooper Prize for the best non-fiction published in the UK is awarded to Julian Jackson for France on Trial: The Case of Marshal Pétain, published by Allen Lane.

Olena Zelenska, First Lady of Ukraine, unites key stakeholders to help deliver post-war mental health recovery for young people in Ukraine

Queen Mary University of London and partners were honoured to welcome Olena Zelenska, First Lady of Ukraine and key stakeholders from the UK and Ukraine for a roundtable discussion on how to address the complex mental health needs of young people, particularly those affected by war.

Faculty of Medicine and Dentistry recognises excellence at the annual awards event

The Faculty of Medicine and Dentistry gathered at the Barbican last night to recognise those colleagues who had made the most outstanding contributions to scholarship, collegiality, and students over the past year.

Professor Miri Rubin delivers prestigious Gifford Lectures

Professor Miri Rubin will deliver the renowned Gifford Lectures in Aberdeen during Feb-March. The series, consisting of four lectures, a concert at King’s College Chapel, and an event at the Aberdeen Art Gallery, seeks to provide a rich examination of the feminine within the realms of religion and beyond.

A Night of Science and Engineering: Queen Mary showcases cutting-edge research and innovation

Queen Mary University of London held its second annual Night of Science and Engineering last evening at the university's Octagon venue.

Record-breaking polar explorer, Dr Zoe Hudson, receives Honorary Degree for pioneering spirit

On the evening of February 29th, 2024, during the Night of Science and Engineering event, Queen Mary conferred the honorary degree Dr Zoe Hudson, a record-breaking polar explorer and alumna. This recognition celebrates Dr Hudson's remarkable achievements in pushing boundaries and inspiring others through her multiple polar expeditions.

Study identifies multi-organ response to seven days without food

New findings reveal that the body undergoes significant, systematic changes across multiple organs during prolonged periods of fasting. The results demonstrate evidence of health benefits beyond weight loss, but also show that any potentially health-altering changes appear to occur only after three days without food.

Radiation from massive stars shapes planetary systems

Astronomers have discovered a unique planetary system where a young star is being stripped bare of its planet-forming material at an astonishing rate.

Unlocking the Secrets of Social Bots: Research Sheds Light on AI's Role in Spreading Disinformation

Social bots are not just benign entities; they have the power to influence public opinion and even manipulate markets, according to research from Queen Mary University of London academic Dr Mina Tajvidi

Blog: Lindsay Hoyle: how the speaker dug himself an even deeper hole by offering and then denying the SNP a fresh Gaza debate

Daniel Gover, Senior Lecturer in British Politics, in the School of Politics and International Relations at Queen Mary University of London has written for 'The Conversation' on the the UK House of Commons Speaker Lindsay Hoyle's handling of a debate about supporting a ceasefire in Gaza.

Professor Li Chan named winner of 2024 European Journal of Endocrinology Award

The European Society of Endocrinology (ESE) has announced that the 2024 European Journal of Endocrinology (EJE) Award has been awarded to Li Chan, Professor of Molecular Endocrinology and Metabolism at the Centre for Endocrinology at the William Harvey Institute.

Queen Mary to host new hub for national mental health research platform

Jennifer Lau, Professor of Youth Resilience and Co-Director of the Youth Resilience Unit at the Wolfson Institute of Population Health, is heading one of the five research hubs to be established by the Medical Research Council (MRC) as part of a national initiative to improve the diagnosis, treatment, and support for people experiencing severe mental illness (SMI).

Queen Mary research team heads discovery of a new method to stop the growth of cancer cells

Research led by Professor Cleo Bishop from Queen Mary's Blizard Institute has found a way to put certain types of cancer cell to 'sleep', making them vulnerable to drug treatments.

Queen Mary celebrates first anniversary of the Queen Mary School Hainan, BUPT

On Tuesday 27 February, Queen Mary University of London President and Principal Professor Colin Bailey CBE visited the Queen Mary School Hainan (QMSH), BUPT to celebrate the first anniversary of Queen Mary’s new Hainan campus. The Principal’s visit marks the beginning of a series of events celebrating 20 years of collaboration between Queen Mary and the Beijing University of Posts and Telecommunications (BUPT).

Queen Mary University of London Academic Invited to Provide Expert Opinion at UK Music AI Inquiry

Noam Shemtov, Professor of Intellectual Property and Technology Law, has been invited to provide expert opinion at the UK Music AI Inquiry before the All Party Parliamentary Group (APPG) on UK Music.

Blog: OPINION: The fading promises of COP28

'Most voters are likely at this year's UK general election to prioritise the cost of living and crumbling public services over climate action.' - Tim Bale

Blog: Javier Milei: Argentina’s new president presses ahead with economic ‘shock therapy’ as social unrest grows

Sam Halvorsen, Reader In Human Geography, in the School of Geography, at Queen Mary University of London, has written for 'The Conversation' on Argentina's president Javier Milei's economic 'shock therapy'.

New Study Highlights Rewilding's Role in Tackling Flood and Drought Challenges

A comprehensive review of evidence led by researchers at Queen Mary University of London, in collaboration with the University of Sussex, Environment Agency, National Trust, Rewilding Britain, and Wildfowl and Wetlands Trust, has shed light on the potential of rewilding to enhance flood and drought resilience.

People in power avoid using sensitive language at work (politics, religion, ethnicity)

A new study published in the journal Frontiers in Psychology finds that people in positions of power are three times less likely to use sensitive language in work-related emails than people junior to them.

People’s Palace Projects: ‘From the Ashes’ - an exhibition and auction raising funds for Xingu Indigenous communities of the Amazon Rainforest

Exhibition: The Truman Brewery, Wednesday 21st - Sunday 25th February 2024

Auction: Christie’s Post War and Contemporary Day Sale, Saturday 9th March 2024

Terahertz biosensor detects skin cancer with remarkable accuracy, ushering in new era of early detection

Researchers have developed a revolutionary biosensor using terahertz (THz) waves that can detect skin cancer with exceptional sensitivity, potentially paving the way for earlier and easier diagnoses. 

Pore evolution secrets revealed: new study unlocks additive manufacturing potential

A collaboration between Queen Mary University of London, University College London (UCL), Rolls-Royce, and a team of international researchers has unlocked the secrets of pore evolution in directed energy deposition (DED) additive manufacturing.

News release: India delegation

The Principal led a delegation of 22 staff representing 9 nationalities to India this week, to strengthen our existing partnerships and relationships and broker new ones. The trip underlines the growing importance of India as a partner region to Queen Mary.

New Report reveals innovative approaches by financial institutions can make a crucial difference to individuals affected by gambling-related harms.

With a record number of people seeking help for problem gambling through the National Gambling Helpline last year, and the Gambling Commission’s new figures suggesting that as many as 1.3 million adults in Great Britain might experience gambling-related harms, new research from Queen Mary University of London reveals innovative and effective approaches by financial institutions to support affected individuals.

New treatment for a rare and aggressive cancer improves survival rates in breakthrough clinical trial

An innovative treatment significantly increases the survival of people with malignant mesothelioma, according to results from a clinical trial led by Professor Peter Szlosarek from the Centre for Cancer Cell and Molecular Biology in Barts Cancer Institute.

Principal Colin Bailey speaks at QS India Summit for Higher Education in Chennai 

President and Principal of Queen Mary University of London, Professor Colin Bailey CBE, joined an expert panel at the QS India Summit for Higher Education in Chennai on Saturday 10 February. 

Blog: Investors do not care about physical climate risks

Professor George Skiadopoulos, in the School of Economics and Finance at Queen Mary University of London has written for 'Investment & Pensions Europe' on how investors only care about climate change risks when policymakers intervene, not about physical climate risks.

Improving type 2 diabetes diagnosis and monitoring among ethnic minority groups

A new study into health inequalities in the diagnosis of type 2 diabetes amongst Black African, Caribbean, and some South Asian populations has begun in the Wolfson Institute of Population Health.

Clumped isotope data reveals hidden CO2 sink in ocean transform faults

Professor Cedric John, Head of Data Science for the Environment and Sustainability at Queen Mary University of London, and his team played a pivotal role in a new study, published in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences (PNAS), uncovering a previously unknown aspect of the geological carbon cycle. 

Queen Mary signs agreement with Hindustan Institute of Technology and Science

Queen Mary University of London is continuing to grow its network of higher education partners in India.

Queen Mary University London unveils a new Library to serve over 19,500 students and academics with first-class access to learning

Queen Mary celebrates its extended Mile End Library, a sister building to the British Library.

Queen Mary secures £1.23 million for AI research from UKRI

Out of a staggering 19 initiatives funded by UK Research and Innovation (UKRI), Queen Mary University of London has secured a coveted spot among both the nine research hubs and the ten crucial scoping projects, receiving a substantial share of the £100 million investment in artificial intelligence (AI).

Mimas' surprise: tiny moon holds young ocean beneath icy shell

Hidden beneath the heavily cratered surface of Mimas, one of Saturn's smallest moons, lies a secret: a global ocean of liquid water. 

UK Parliament Committee told vaping has ‘substantial potential’ to solve the problem of the harms caused by smoking

Professor Peter Hajek from the Wolfson Institute of Population Health told the Parliamentary Health and Social Care Committee today that ‘Alternative products have substantial potential to solve the [smoking] problem for us’.

Bringing robotics into wine making

New Queen Mary partnership with Extend Robotics and Saffron Grange vineyard seeks to revolutionise how high value crops are grown.

Exploring Feminism Through Cinema: ‘Dancing with Water’ film festival to debut at Queen Mary University of London

‘Dancing with Water’, a unique film festival curated and programmed by Kiki Tianqi Yu, Senior Lecturer in Film at Queen Mary University of London, and Shan Tong, programmer for Beijing International Short Film Festival(BISFF). ‘Dancing with Water’ film festival is set to take place starting Sunday, 11 February, and will run through April 2024.

Beijing University of Posts and Telecommunications make annual trip to Queen Mary ahead of 20-year celebrations

Queen Mary University of London welcomed two delegations from Beijing University of Posts and Telecommunications (BUPT) on Monday 22 January. The first delegation was led by Prof Hongxiang Sun, Vice President of BUPT. The second included Programme Directors from the Joint Programme (JP) / Joint Institute (JEI) and was led by Prof Guo Li, Vice Dean of the International School of BUPT.

Queen Mary’s Professor David Leslie galvanises support for a global AI Ethics Observatory at UNESCO in Slovenia. 

Professor Leslie has warned of a ticking time bomb if governments and world leaders don’t proactively address the ethical issues around AI. 

A new study unravels the evolution of taste and smell in fruit flies

A new study in Nature Communications unveils the hidden world of sensory evolution in fruit flies. By delving into the genes and cells behind their delicate noses and tongues, researchers have discovered surprising secrets about how these tiny insects adapt their senses to different environments. 

Study finds new treatment to reverse inflammation and arterial blockages in rheumatoid arthritis

Researchers from Queen Mary University of London have found that the molecule RvT4 enhances the body’s natural defences against atherosclerosis (hardening of the arteries) in patients with rheumatoid arthritis.

Blog: Completed Dry January? Reading fiction can help newly sober mothers decide what’s next

Kiera Vaclavik, Director of the Centre for Childhood Cultures at Queen Mary University of London, has written for 'The Conversation' on how reading fiction can help newly sober mothers decide what’s next after completing 'Dry January'

Queen Mary bolsters its successful apprenticeship programme with a new offer for 2025

Queen Mary marks the start of Apprenticeship week with the announcement of new apprenticeship programmes. 

‘Rare positive result' in trial of new support intervention for people with dementia and their family carers

Research led by Claudia Cooper, Professor of Psychological Medicine and lead of the Centre for Psychiatry and Mental Health in the Wolfson Institute of Public Health, shows that NIDUS-Family therapy helps people with dementia and their family carers attain their personal goals.     

National NHS BRCA gene testing to identify cancer risk early for people with Jewish ancestry

NHS England have announced a new screening programme to provide genetic testing for tens of thousands of people with Jewish ancestry, who are more likely to carry BRCA gene faults that can increase risk of breast, ovarian, prostate and pancreatic cancers.

Blog: How Argentina’s protesters are responding to a new president who wants to end environmental protections and sell off natural resources

Paula Serafini, Lecturer in Creative and Cultural Industries, in the School of Business and Management at Queen Mary University of London, has written for 'The Conversation' on how Argentina’s protesters are responding to a new president who wants to end environmental protections and sell off natural resources

New clinic helps more patients in need of dental care

More residents in north east London will have access to free dental care, thanks to a collaboration between Barts Health NHS Trust, Queen Mary University of London and Community Health Partnerships (CHP).

Professor Colin Bailey delivers keynote on digital education at Shanghai conference, sharing Queen Mary’s expertise in leadership and innovation

Queen Mary University of London President and Principal, Professor Colin Bailey CBE, delivered a keynote speech on digital education and spoke at a panel on Artificial Intelligence (AI) at the second World Digital Education Conference in Shanghai on Tuesday 30 and Wednesday 31 January 2024.  

Blog: The Zone of Interest: new Holocaust film powerfully lays bare the mechanisms of genocide

Archie Wolfman , PhD Researcher in the School of Languages, Linguistics and Film has written for 'The Conversation' on new Holocaust film: The Zone of Interest

Queen Mary welcomes Whistling Woods International to London

On Tuesday 30 January, Queen Mary University of London welcomed a delegation from Whistling Woods International to our campus in Mile End.

Queen Mary welcomes Sichuan University to campus for the first time since 2019

Queen Mary University of London welcomed a delegation from Sichuan University to their London campus for the first time since 2019. 

Blog: Why the death penalty is incompatible with democracy

Eric Heinze, Professor of Law and Humanities in the School of Law at Queen Mary University of London, has written for 'The Conversation' on why the death penalty is incompatible with democracy.

Queen Mary University of London and Imperial War Museums Institute forge pioneering collaboration to Illuminate history of the Second World War and the Holocaust

The inaugural outcome of this collaboration will be two public-facing 'masterclasses' set to take place in March 2024. 

Blog: What a fair deal for ex-steelworkers would look like as the industry decarbonises

Chris McLachlan, from the School of Business and Management at Queen Mary University of London, has written for 'The Conversation' on the recent plans to cut almost 3,000 jobs at the UK’s largest steelworks.

Meet the Queen Mary team preventing measles outbreaks in east London

As the UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) declares a national incident following a measles outbreak in the West Midlands, we look at the work of the Clinical Effectiveness Group at Queen Mary, who are helping GPs to protect our local communities in east London.

Analysing DNA ‘tags’: new Epigenetics Hub set to advance early disease detection

A £3m collaboration between researchers at Queen Mary University of London and Barts Health NHS Trust will investigate how the marks on DNA in blood can be used to detect a disease at an early stage.

STIM CINEMA: A new exhibition from Queen Mary University of London academic unveils a mesmerising fusion of Art and Stimming

STIM CINEMA, a groundbreaking exhibition that transcends traditional boundaries, bringing together the realms of art and stimming

SNOLAB and Queen Mary collaborate on quantum technology workshop

Queen Mary University of London's School of Physical and Chemical Sciences (SPCS) recently made waves in the quantum technology scene with a collaborative workshop held at SNOLAB, the deepest cleanest laboratory located 2.1 kilometers underground in a nickel mine near Sudbury, Ontario. 

Queen Mary's new cinema and arts lab launches with BAFTA 2024 nominated panel guest

Over 500 people including students, staff, local community groups and many other members of our local community visited BLOC for its opening exhibition on Friday 19 January. 

Ignite your AI passion: a new summer research intensive placement supported by Google DeepMind Research Ready funding stream

Queen Mary University of London is thrilled to announce the launch of the Research Ready Programme, a transformative initiative designed to empower the next generation of artificial intelligence (AI) talent. This intensive 6-week summer programme, running from June 17th to July 26th, 2024, will equip 2nd and 3rd year undergraduate students from underrepresented groups with the fundamental skills and knowledge to thrive in the field of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Data Science. Applications open January 22nd, 2024.  

A look back at the Faculty of Medicine and Dentistry's awards and prizes from 2023

Our Faculty has incredible teams and fantastic researchers - this is a quick round up of just some of the awards and honours they received during 2023.

Blog: Q&A with Professor Hazel Screen: From bones to organ chips on Operation Ouch!

Professor Hazel Screen of the School of Engineering and Materials Science recently took on a new challenge: explaining the fascinating world of organ-chips technology to the young audience of Operation Ouch! In this Q&A, we delve into Professor Screen's research, her experience on the show, and why organ-chips hold so much promise for the future of medicine. 

Universities from across the globe visit Queen Mary last term

Over the autumn term we hosted a number of visits from different universities from across the globe.

New Queen Mary CENTRE FOR CANCER SCREENING, PREVENTION AND EARLY DIAGNOSIS

The launch of the new Centre for Cancer Screening, Prevention and Early Diagnosis (CCSPED) at Queen Mary University of London heralds a step forward for world leading cancer research and education.

E-cigarettes help pregnant smokers quit without risks to pregnancy

A new analysis of trial data on pregnant smokers, led by researchers at Queen Mary University of London, finds that the regular use of nicotine replacement products during pregnancy is not associated with adverse pregnancy events or poor pregnancy outcomes. 

Climate change threatens fish supply: tiny phytoplankton, big consequences

A new study published in Nature Communications reveals a hidden danger lurking beneath the waves: climate change is silently eroding the ocean's ability to provide fish, with even small declines in plankton leading to much bigger drops in fish stocks. 

Dr Halima Begum receives honorary degree at Queen Mary Graduation

The final honorary degree of our winter graduation ceremonies was awarded to Dr Halima Begum, the next chief executive of Oxfam GB and current CEO of ActionAid UK, an international charity working with women and girls living in poverty.

Five research projects funded as part of Queen Mary partnership with Cornell University

Five research projects that bring together academics from Queen Mary University of London and Cornell University will receive seed funding.  

Queen Mary and Institute of Business Administration Karachi develop partnership to streamline students into masters programmes at the School of Business and Management

Queen Mary University of London and the Institute of Business Administration (IBA) Karachi signed a memorandum of understanding in December in Pakistan.  

Landmark national study supports use of whole genome sequencing in standard cancer care

In the largest study of its kind, scientists today report how combining health data with whole genome sequence (WGS) data in patients with cancer can help doctors provide more tailored care for their patients.

Queen Mary awards honorary degrees to two outstanding individuals

Gareth Thomas and Professor Mark Wilson received honorary doctorates from Queen Mary University of London yesterday (9 January) as part of our winter graduation ceremonies.

Ofcom and Queen Mary University of London publish white paper on reflective surfaces in wireless networks

Ofcom, the UK’s communications regulator, in collaboration with Queen Mary, has published a white paper exploring the potential role and spectrum-regulatory issues of reflective surfaces in future wireless networks. 

Queen Mary University of London study reveals genetic legacy of racial and gender hierarchies

Researchers from Queen Mary University of London have revealed how sociocultural factors, in addition to geography, play a significant role in shaping the genetic diversity of modern societies. The research published in eLife employed deep learning to unravel the intricate patterns of ancestry-related sex bias and assortative mating, revealing how societal structures have shaped the genetic diversity of this region. 

Blog: Why Taylor Swift belongs on English literature degree courses

Clio Doyle, Lecturer in Early Modern Literature from the School of English and Drama has written for 'The Conversation' on why Taylor Swift belongs on English literature degree courses

Queen Mary's Dr Yuanwei Liu made IEEE Fellow for contributions to wireless communication technologies.

This honor recognises Dr Liu's significant contributions to the fields of non-orthogonal multiple access technologies and wireless power transfer.