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UCL Engineering @uclengineering.bsky.social · 04/09/2026
New research from UCL Computer Science indicates spying device detectors may give domestic abuse victims false sense of security ⬇️ www.theguardian.com/society/2026...?
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Spying device detectors may give domestic abuse victims false sense of security, study finds
Many tools fail to help victims find hidden cameras, microphones and trackers, leaving them at risk of ongoing surveillance
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UCL Engineering @uclengineering.bsky.social · 04/08/2026
Incredible research from UCL Medical Physics and Biomedical Engineering has revealed a promising combination of cancer treatments that could help patients with locally advanced rectal cancer live longer. Find out more ⬇️
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AI reveals cancer therapy’s effectiveness
Artificial intelligence developed by researchers at UCL has revealed a promising combination of cancer treatments that could help patients with locally advanced rectal cancer live longer.
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UCL Engineering @uclengineering.bsky.social · 31/07/2026
What does the demise of the UK’s department of science means for the future of research? Professor James Wilsdon (UCL Science, Technology, Engineering and Public Policy) comments on the effects of the shutdown of the UK’s department of science in The Conversation. Read more ⬇️
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What the sudden demise of the UK’s department of science means for the future of research
If we want to be reminded what real damage to a science system looks like, we only need to glance across the Atlantic.
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UCL Engineering @uclengineering.bsky.social · 29/07/2026
Police in the UK are overwhelmed by the amount and complexity of the digital data they collect while investigating crimes and need better support to make decisions about what devices should be seized, prioritised and examined, finds a new report led by UCL Computer Science. Read more ⬇️
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A lifeline for police drowning in digital data
Police in the UK are overwhelmed by the amount and complexity of the digital data they collect while investigating crimes and need better support to make decisions about what devices should be…
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UCL Engineering @uclengineering.bsky.social · 28/07/2026
Did you know that 300,000 nappies are thrown away globally every minute? Researchers from UCL Engineering have made recommendations on how to reduce the environmental impact of absorbent hygiene products such as nappies. Read more ⬇️
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Experts call for action on growing nappy waste crisis
Earlier toilet training and new recycling technologies are among expert-backed solutions to reduce the environmental impact of disposable nappies and other hygiene products, described in a new study…
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UCL Engineering @uclengineering.bsky.social · 18/07/2026
Duncan Brumby (UCL Interaction Centre) comments on new research which has discovered that AI tools may twist messages on sensitive topics, which could create long-term shifts in public opinion. Read more ⬇️ www.theguardian.com/technology/2...
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AI altering meaning of users’ drafts on issues from abortion to climate, study finds
Researchers say small changes in drafting could spread rapidly and create long-term shifts in public opinion
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UCL Engineering @uclengineering.bsky.social · 09/07/2026
We are pleased to announce that our Association of British Science Writers Media Fellows for 2026 are Dr Mark Colley, Dr Natalie Wint, and Dr Preetish Kakoty 👏
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UCL @ucl.ac.uk · 24/06/2026
We are really sorry to let you know that UCL Open Days on Friday 26 and Saturday 27 June 2026 have been cancelled. Please do not travel to campus for these events. For the latest updates, please visit: www.ucl.ac.uk/study/prospective-stu…
We are really sorry to let you know that UCL Open Days on Friday 26 and Saturday 27 June 2026 have been cancelled.
 
Following updated forecasts and extreme heat guidance for London, we’ve made the difficult decision not to proceed with the events as planned. The safety and wellbeing of our visitors, students and staff is our top priority, and we’re very sorry for the disappointment.
 
Please do not travel to campus for these events.
 
We will share further information on alternative opportunities to explore UCL with registered attendees soon.
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UCL Engineering @uclengineering.bsky.social · 03/06/2026
Ready for your next step in healthcare engineering? 🧬 Join the UCL Life and Medical Sciences Postgraduate Open Evening to meet academics and students, explore our postgraduate courses, and discover what it’s like to study at UCL. 🗓️ 10 June, 5-8pm 📍 UCL, London 🎟️ Book: bit.ly/4vp24ne
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UCL Engineering @uclengineering.bsky.social · 14/05/2026
The Pousaz Family Scholarship is now open! Eligible MScs: • Entrepreneurship • Engineering for International Development • Engineering with Innovation & Entrepreneurship • Nature-Inspired Engineering • Creativity, Innovation & Leadership Deadline: 31 May 2026 Apply now: www.ucl.ac.uk/engineering/...
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Dr Ella Cockbain @drellac.bsky.social · 29/04/2026
Interested in workers’ rights, their protection and enforcement? Come join us at the Working Lives Conference in London on 13 & 14 May 2026, co-hosted by UCL and the Fair Work Agency. We’ve got an amazing line up for you (1/2) www.ucl.ac.uk/engineering/...
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Working Lives Conference
Working Lives: The scale and nature of precarious work and labour market non-compliance in the UK and beyond. Presented by UCL Department of Security and Crime Science.
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UCL Engineering @uclengineering.bsky.social · 29/04/2026
UCL Engineering is deepening its partnership with Kazakhstan’s Bolashak programme; a major international scholarship supporting study at top global universities. The collaboration will expand opportunities for students and strengthen research and education links. 🔗 www.ucl.ac.uk/engineering/...
Representatives from UCL and the Bolashak Programme pose for a picture
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UCL Engineering @uclengineering.bsky.social · 10/04/2026
Proud to celebrate G‑Research’s induction into UCL’s Circle of Benefactors 🎉 The partnership is supporting PhD research and student opportunity across UCL Engineering — strengthening links between world‑leading research and industry. 🔗 Read more: buff.ly/0FYU6fu
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UCL Mathematical & Physical Sciences @uclmaps.bsky.social · 04/03/2026
UCL East #Postgraduate Open Evening - hope you have explored your options and have seen what this campus has to offer, #lab tours are always our favourite! 🧪🤩 www.youtube.com/shorts/F3MRS... #UCL #UniversityCollegeLondon #masters #StudyUCL @uclchemistry.bsky.social @uclengineering.bsky.social
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UCL East #Postgraduate Open Evening, #lab tours are always our favourite 🧪🤩
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UCL Engineering @uclengineering.bsky.social · 20/02/2026
UCL Engineering has worked with colleagues in UCL’s Office for the Vice Provost Advancement (OVPA) to develop this partnership, which reinvigorates a longstanding relationship between UCL Electronic and Electrical Engineering (UCL EEE) and Tech Mahindra.
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UCL Engineering @uclengineering.bsky.social · 20/01/2026
We’re thrilled to announce the next chapter in our partnership with Hyundai Together, we’re launching 3 cutting-edge research projects to accelerate development of next-generation technologies for electric vehicles, hydrogen fuel cells & green hydrogen production.  www.ucl.ac.uk/engineering/...
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UCL and Hyundai to develop faster charging batteries and hydrogen powered vehicles
UCL is partnering with Hyundai to accelerate the development of next-generation technologies for electric vehicles, hydrogen fuel cells and green hydrogen.
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UCL News @uclnews.bsky.social · 05/11/2025
A new AI-assisted brain atlas that can visualise the human brain in unprecedented detail has been developed by a team led by Dr Juan Eugenio Iglesias @uclengineering.bsky.social & Dr Zane Jaunmuktane @uclbrainscience.bsky.social, in a major advance in neuroimaging www.ucl.ac.uk/news/2025/no...
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New brain atlas offers unprecedented detail in MRI scans
A new AI-assisted brain atlas that can help visualise the human brain in unprecedented detail has been developed by UCL researchers, in a major step forward for neuroscience and neuroimaging.
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UCL Engineering @uclengineering.bsky.social · 11/11/2025
🚀 We’re proud to celebrate the launch of the Global Industrial Technology Cooperation Centre (GITCC)! This milestone reflects UCL Engineering’s commitment to global partnerships that drive innovation and industrial growth. 🌍
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UCL Grand Challenges @uclgrandchallenges.bsky.social · 28/10/2025
🚀 Just launched! UCL's Grand Challenge of Transformative Technology Impact Report Celebrating the work of researchers, innovators & partners from UCL and beyond, the report highlights how innovation can improve lives and benefit humanity. 🔗 bit.ly/4niclx3
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Launch of the Grand Challenge of Transformative Technology Impact Report
UCL Grand Challenges has launched the Grand Challenge of Transformative Technology Impact Report, celebrating almost a decade of pioneering research and collaboration exploring how innovation and tech...
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UCL Engineering @uclengineering.bsky.social · 14/10/2025
Today we celebrate Ada Lovelace Day, recognising the first computer programmer and the continuing achievements of women in computing. 💻 ➡️Find out more about our commitment to supporting and encouraging women in the field: www.ucl.ac.uk/engineering/... #AdaLovelaceDay #WomenInSTEM #AthenaSwan
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Gender Equality (Athena SWAN)
As a proud Athena SWAN Gold Award holder, UCL Computer Science is committed to promoting gender equality.
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UCL Engineering @uclengineering.bsky.social · 14/10/2025
We're proud to have contributed to 'Trailblazers & Transformers: UK Business Sectors Redefining Sustainability' with @globalcompactuk.bsky.social. The STEaPP department led key contributions shaping this landmark report on UK sustainability progress. ➡️Read more: www.ucl.ac.uk/grand-challe...
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New Report Benchmarks UK Business SDGs: UCL Collaborates to Identify Sector Strengths and Gaps
A new report offers a timely snapshot of how UK business sectors are progressing on sustainability and where urgent action is needed to meet the UN SDGs by 2030.
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UCL News @uclnews.bsky.social · 13/10/2025
The time to carry out diagnostic MRI scans for dementia can be cut to one third of their standard length, finds a new study led by @uclqsion.bsky.social researchers with @uclengineering.bsky.social, who say it could at least double the number of dementia scans that can be done in one day
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Faster MRI scans offer new hope for dementia diagnosis
The time to carry out diagnostic MRI scans for dementia can be cut to one third of their standard length, according to a new study led by UCL researchers.
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UCL @ucl.ac.uk · 23/09/2025
UCL has been rated as a leading university for knowledge exchange for the fifth year in a row in Research England’s Knowledge Exchange Framework (KEF). Read the news story: bit.ly/46tDarL #KEF5 @uclenterprise.bsky.social
UCL graphic announcing KEF success: bold text reads ‘A leading university for knowledge exchange - 5 years in a row,’ with ‘knowledge exchange’ highlighted in green; UCL logo top-right; photo of the UCL Portico with ‘WELCOME’ banners at the bottom.
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UCL Engineering @uclengineering.bsky.social · 07/10/2025
🤩 This Oct, the #UCLSoM Speaker Series returns to Level 50 🌍 Open to the UCL community, network & hear from leaders on GenAI (Rahul Sood), startups (Alberto Zandi) & impact (Derya Metras, Meta VP EMEA) ✨ Reserve your spot 👉 ow.ly/7jQj50WV1uf #Networking #GenAi #Impact
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Events | UCL School of Management
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Royal Academy of Engineering @raeng.org.uk · 24/09/2025
New Fellow: Professor Panagiota Angeli FREng is a leader in multiphase flows for sustainable processing. She co-directs two @ukri.org programme grants and led @uclengineering.bsky.social to an Athena Swan Gold Award, supporting equality across engineering. raeng.org.uk/about-us/fel... #RAEngFellows
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RAEng Fellow 2025: Professor Panagiota Angeli FREng
Professor Panagiota Angeli has an international research profile, specialising in multiphase flows and their application to sustainable processing.
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Royal Academy of Engineering @raeng.org.uk · 02/10/2025
New Fellow: Professor Sriram Subramanian FREng is reshaping how we interact with sound. An advocate for science communication and founder of Ultraleap and AcoustoFab, he is revolutionising acoustic robotic systems. @uclengineering.bsky.social raeng.org.uk/about-us/fel... #RAEngFellows
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RAEng Fellow 2025: Professor Sriram Subramanian FREng
Professor Sriram Subramanian is reshaping how we interact with sound. An advocate for science communication and founder of Ultra Leap and Acoustofab, he is revolutionising acoustic robotic systems.
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Royal Academy of Engineering @raeng.org.uk · 30/09/2025
New Fellow: Professor Haroun Mahgerefteh FREng is an expert in carbon capture, utilisation and storage. His PipeTech software assesses the safety of thousands of kilometres of pressurised pipelines transporting hazardous materials, including CO₂. @ucl.ac.uk raeng.org.uk/about-us/fel... #RAEngFellows
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RAEng Fellow 2025: Professor Haroun Mahgerefteh FREng
Professor Haroun Mahgerefteh is a leading expert in carbon capture, utilisation and storage (CCUS), as well as safety and loss prevention.
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UCL Engineering @uclengineering.bsky.social · 15/07/2025
One year ago today, we kicked off the UCL Festival of Engineering. Over the next 6 days, we welcomed more than 7000 people to over 250 events across 6 London boroughs. Find out more about what we got up to during a pretty extraordinary week ⬇️
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Six days to save the world: 7,000 people attend UCL Festival of Engineering
The UCL Festival of Engineering, which took place from 15-20 July, brought cutting edge science and engineering to adults and young people from across London and beyond. Here’s the story of the week…
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UCL Innovation and Enterprise @uclenterprise.bsky.social · 10/07/2025
We're delighted UCL is partnering with the Korea Institute for Advancement of Technology (KIAT) to launch the UK’s first Global Industrial Technology Cooperation Centre (GITCC). Read the story: bit.ly/3ImlXbq
Prof Geraint Rees, Vice Provost of Research, Innovation and Global Engagement and Ms Yunjin Lee, Senior Deputy Director, Industry Technology Policy Division, MOTIE (@ASalinas)
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The Cosmic Shambles Network @cosmicshambles.com · 08/07/2025
On Track, our new documentary looking at women in engineering and motorsport, premieres at 8pm BST this Thursday. Go bookmark it now! CC @funsizesuze.bsky.social @maddipaddy.bsky.social @denkmit.bsky.social @uclengineering.bsky.social @motomatters.com @helenczerski.bsky.social
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On Track: The Changing World of Women in Engineering and Motorsport | FULL DOCUMENTARY
YouTube video by The Cosmic Shambles Network
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UCL News @uclnews.bsky.social · 25/06/2025
Congratulations to Professor @markmiodownik.bsky.social @uclengineering.bsky.social, who's been appointed the new @royalsociety.org Professor for Public Engagement in Science, with a mission to transform our understanding of how we make, use, reuse and recycle products www.ucl.ac.uk/news/2025/ju...
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UCL scientist appointed Royal Society Professor for Public Engagement in Science
Professor Mark Miodownik (UCL Mechanical Engineering) has been appointed the new Royal Society Professor for Public Engagement in Science, with a mission to transform our understanding of how we make,...
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UCL Engineering @uclengineering.bsky.social · 23/06/2025
Today is International Women in Engineering Day! #INWED25 We caught up with two researchers from our departments to discover how they are they are changing the world through their work. Find out more and tune in ⬇️📺
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UCL Engineering celebrates International Women in Engineering Day 2025
Every International Women in Engineering Day (June 23) UCL Engineering takes the opportunity to showcase and champion our fantastic female students, researchers, academics and alumni.
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UCL Engineering @uclengineering.bsky.social · 21/06/2025
In the run up to #INWED25, we’re featuring some of the incredible women across UCL Engineering who are developing the next big breakthrough ⬇️
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UCL Engineering @uclengineering.bsky.social · 20/06/2025
In the run up to #INWED25, we’re featuring some of the incredible women across UCL Engineering who are developing the next big breakthrough ⬇️
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UCL Engineering @uclengineering.bsky.social · 18/06/2025
Announcing the winners for UCL's Ocean Health Challenge 2024... The challenge invited students to design, prototype and pitch engineering solutions aimed at preventing plastic pollution getting into our oceans. Find out which innovative ideas impressed our judges ⬇️
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UCL Ocean Health Challenge Winners Announced
Find out which students impressed the judges with their creative ideas around tackling ocean plastic pollution.
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UCL News @uclnews.bsky.social · 12/06/2025
A low-cost, highly sensitive robotic ‘skin’ that enables robots to detect their surroundings in a way that’s similar to humans has been developed by a team including Dr Thomas George Thuruthel @uclengineering.bsky.social & Dr David Hardman @eng.cam.ac.uk www.ucl.ac.uk/news/2025/ju...
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Improved electronic skin gives robots the human touch
A low-cost, durable, highly sensitive robotic ‘skin’ that enables robots to detect information about their surroundings in a way that’s similar to humans has been developed by researchers from UCL and...
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UCL Engineering @uclengineering.bsky.social · 16/04/2025
Between Terms 2 and 3, UCL will be closed from 5.30pm on Wed 16 April to 9am on Wed 23 April 2025. You still have access to plenty of support during this period. Details of services available to you over the break can be found at the link below ⬇️
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Spring break 2025 - support and services
Between Terms 2 and 3, UCL will be closed from 5.30pm on Wednesday 16 April 2025 to 9.00am on Wednesday 23 April 2025. You still have access to plenty of support during this period - details below:
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UCL Innovation and Enterprise @uclenterprise.bsky.social · 14/04/2025
Are you UCL staff or a doctoral student? Join us throughout June for Transform and learn how showcasing knowledge exchange and impact can help you demonstrate the value of your research, secure funding, develop partnerships, and open career opportunities: bit.ly/4ljY97b #UCLTransform
"Knowledge exchange projects can feel secondary to research and education, but they can complement and enhance both as well as benefit your professional development."
Professor Dean Barratt
UCL department of medical physics and biomedical engineering 
#UCLTransform
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UCL News @uclnews.bsky.social · 14/04/2025
Congratulations to Dr James Seddon @uclengineering.bsky.social who is among 11 talented researchers to be awarded the @ukri.org Engineering & Physical Sciences Research Council #Quantum Technology Career Acceleration Fellowship. #WorldQuantumDay www.ucl.ac.uk/news/2025/ap...
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UCL engineer awarded prestigious quantum fellowship
Dr James Seddon (UCL Electronic and Electrical Engineering) is among 11 talented researchers to be awarded the UKRI Engineering and Physical Sciences Research Council Quantum Technology Career Acceler...
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UCL Engineering @uclengineering.bsky.social · 14/04/2025
We are delighted to annoucne that Dr James Seddon (UCL Electronic and Electrical Engineering) is among 11 talented researchers to be awarded the UKRI Engineering and Physical Sciences Research Council Quantum Technology Career Acceleration Fellowship. Read more 👇
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UCL engineer awarded prestigious quantum fellowship
Dr James Seddon (UCL Electronic and Electrical Engineering) is among 11 talented researchers to be awarded the UKRI Engineering and Physical Sciences Research Council Quantum Technology Career Acceler...
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UCL Engineering @uclengineering.bsky.social · 03/04/2025
Join us for the EEE Festival of Research 2025 on 20 May at UCL. Explore pioneering research in quantum computing, AI, semiconductors, telecoms & sustainable computing through talks, poster presentations & research showcases. Connect with academics, students & industry leaders. 🔗 buff.ly/ihGZtdx
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UCL Innovation and Enterprise @uclenterprise.bsky.social · 12/03/2025
The UCL Centre for Digital Innovation (UCL CDI) is a collaborative initiative between UCL and Amazon Web Services to accelerate digital innovation with societal impact. @uclengineering.bsky.social @ucl.ac.uk
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UCL Engineering @uclengineering.bsky.social · 18/03/2025
🎉 We’re thrilled to announce that Dr Kapil, Research Fellow at UCL’s Centre for Nature Inspired Engineering has won Gold in Engineering at STEM for Britain 2025 for her research on gold-based antimicrobial surfaces to tackle the challenge of AMR. Find out more 👇
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Congratulations to Dr Nidhi Kapil on Winning Gold at STEM for BRITAIN 2025
Dr Nidhi Kapil Wins Gold Medal at STEM for BRITAIN 2025 for Pioneering Research on Gold-based antimicrobial surfaces to tackle the challenge of AMR.
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UCL Engineering @uclengineering.bsky.social · 13/03/2025
What makes a mineral "critical"? Professor Mark Miodownik (UCL Mechanical Engineering) discusses what makes particular minerals “critical,” and their important role in the world economy. Listen now ⬇️
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BBC Inside Science - Better Than Gold: Critical Minerals - BBC Sounds
Inside Science unearths everything you need to know about these precious resources.
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UCL Engineering @uclengineering.bsky.social · 12/03/2025
How is technology shaping the future? 🤖 📅 19 March 2025, 17:00-18:30 📍 UCL East Campus 💻 Watch online Join us at Spring Into STEM to hear about the intersection of engineering and fashion design, and robotics systems and their application in sustainable buildings! 🔗
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Spring Into STEM — How tech is shaping the future - from the built environment to wearable tech
Join us online or in-person for this session of Spring into STEM 2024/25, where we'll shine a spotlight on how technology is reshaping our lives in surprising and creative ways!
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UCL Engineering @uclengineering.bsky.social · 11/03/2025
A new project led by Prof Mark Miodownik (UCL Mechanical Engineering) is aiming to find effective ways to toilet train children earlier, hoping to reduce the number of single-use nappies heading to landfill and saving families money. 🚽 Find out more about The Big Toilet Project ⬇️
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Bog standard? Study seeks most effective toilet training methods
UCL team is inviting parents to share their experiences, as age at which children in west acquire the skill rises
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UCL Engineering @uclengineering.bsky.social · 08/03/2025
Today is #InternationalWomensDay, so we're celebrating women in #STEM. Gabrielle studied with UCL Mechanical Engineering; she then went on to co-found Greenr, which gives individuals and companies emissions data that will help them become more sustainable. #IWD25 #IWD Find out more ⬇️
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Creating an App to Help Companies Go Green | UCL Alumni | INWED 2024
What can you do with a Mechanical Engineering degree? UCL Alumni Gabrielle Bourret-Sicotte took her Engineering knowledge and co-founded Greenr. Greenr aims ...
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UCL Engineering @uclengineering.bsky.social · 06/03/2025
Looking for some last minute inspiration for a #WorldBookDay costume? Take a look at our list of Books For Curious Minds and Budding Engineers, curated by our STEM Engagement team ⬇️
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Books For Curious Minds and Budding Engineers
Do you have a budding engineer in the family? Here is a list with some of our favourite books for introducing children to engineering and STEM.
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UCL Engineering @uclengineering.bsky.social · 04/03/2025
Writing in Korea JoongAng Daily, Professor Sir Geoff Mulgan (UCL Science, Technology, Engineering & Public Policy) explores what it takes to create agile, flexible, and trustworthy institutions in the twenty first century. Read more ⬇️
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Building the next generation of public institutions
In much of the world, public institutions have hardly changed. Most are still pyramid structures, as they were a century ago, and are too often opaque and unresponsive.
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UCL News @uclnews.bsky.social · 21/02/2025
Safety critical components for aircraft and Formula 1 cars could one day be 3D printed via a new technique that substantially reduces imperfections, developed by a team led by Prof Peter Lee @uclengineering.bsky.social & Prof Andrew Kao @ucugreenwich.bsky.social www.ucl.ac.uk/news/2025/fe...
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Giant X-ray facility shows that magnets can reduce flaws in 3D printed components
Safety critical components for aircraft and Formula 1 racing cars could one day be 3D printed via a new technique, developed by researchers at UCL and the University of Greenwich, that substantially r...
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