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Petrie Museum of Egyptian and Sudanese Archaeology @uclpetriemuseum.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

Broken pots, figurines and amulets offered a rare glimpse into the lives and beliefs of ancient Egyptians. We hope you enjoyed our Broken, Burnt, Buried display.

Broken, Burnt, Buried display at the Petrie Museum.

A display case with objects part of the Broken, Burnt, Buried display.

Pottery vessel fragments in a display case.

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UCL Library, Culture, Collections and Open Science @ucllccos.bsky.social · 26/08/2026

Dr Paul Ayris (1957-2025) has been celebrated as one of 200 Faces of UCL for his work championing open science and making research, scholarship and learning freely accessible to all. Read more here: www.ucl.ac.uk/library/news... #UCL200

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UCL Library, Culture, Collections and Open Science @ucllccos.bsky.social · 06/08/2026

The School of Pharmacy Library and Archive were delighted to receive an autographed letter by Jacob Bell, a key figure in British pharmacy, kindly donated by Professor Darrin Baines. Read more here:

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Letter autographed by Jacob Bell donated to the School of Pharmacy Archive

Professor Darrin Baines has donated an autographed letter signed by Jacob Bell (1810-1859) including two ink drawings by Bell.

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Grant Museum of Zoology @uclgrantmuseum.bsky.social · 28/07/2026

Our specimens were showcased on the green carpet for the premiere of How to Live on Earth, a new feature documentary exploring humanity's relationship with the natural world. Read more here: www.ucl.ac.uk/museums-coll...

The Grant Museum team pose beside a fossil skull display at the How to Live on Earth premiere, standing in front of a green backdrop.

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UCL Library, Culture, Collections and Open Science @ucllccos.bsky.social · 09/07/2026

Congratulations to @uclpetriemuseum.bsky.social curator, Anna Garnett, who has been recognised for her work with a win in the Celebrating Education category of the UCL Education Awards! Read more here: www.ucl.ac.uk/museums-coll...

UCL President & Provost Michael Spence next to Petrie Museum curator Anna Garnett holding an award.

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UCL Office for Open Science and Scholarship @uclopenscience.bsky.social · 15/06/2026

UCL Copyright Officer, Christine Daoutis, has written a blog post about the recent news that a group of publishers, including Elsevier, have filed a lawsuit against Meta for copyright infringement. Have a read: buff.ly/wG8ToSK #Copyright #OpenAccess #AcademicPublishing

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UCL Library, Culture, Collections and Open Science @ucllccos.bsky.social · 08/06/2026

Guest speaker Helen Jury (@ucl.ac.uk Arts and Sciences) presented in the recent #IObjectWednesdays session about the handling of objects and materials in Art Psychotherapy as a distinctive psychotherapeutic intervention.

Helen Jury presenting at the I Object Wednesdays session.

Event attendees examining objects at the Object Based Learning Laboratory.

Event attendees around a table examining objects.

An Object Based Learning Laboratory team member showcasing an object to event attendees.

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UCL Library, Culture, Collections and Open Science @ucllccos.bsky.social · 04/06/2026

Richard Blair, son of author Eric Blair, better known as George Orwell, has been a committed guardian of Orwell’s public legacy, working with @uclspeccoll.bsky.social to preserve and promote his father’s collection. Read more here: www.ucl.ac.uk/about/search... #UCL200 #FacesOfUCL

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UCL Library, Culture, Collections and Open Science @ucllccos.bsky.social · 03/06/2026

The recent ‘Transparent Journeys along the Silk Roads’ conference focused on the vital role of glass as an indicator of exchange, trade and movement along the Silk Roads. @uclpetriemuseum.bsky.social hosted sessions handling early Egyptian glass.

A group of people examining early glass artefacts at the Petrie Museum.

A group photo of conference organisers and event attendees at the Petrie Museum.

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UCL Library, Culture, Collections and Open Science @ucllccos.bsky.social · 22/05/2026

The Research Institute for Collections Annual Showcase recently showed research using a variety of @ucl.ac.uk collections. Guests were able to find out how using collections can enhance their research and potential projects.

An artwork and an opened book on a table.

A tablet on a table playing a video while surrounded by print material.

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UCL Library, Culture, Collections and Open Science @ucllccos.bsky.social · 06/05/2026

Interested in finding out about collections? Join us at the upcoming Research Institute for Collections Annual Showcase on 14 May. www.eventbrite.com/e/research-i...

People examining items from UCL Collections.

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UCL Office for Open Science and Scholarship @uclopenscience.bsky.social · 28/04/2026

We are delighted to share that UCL Discovery, UCL's #openaccess repository, has surpassed 70 million downloads! 🎉 Read about this milestone in our latest blog post: buff.ly/8fqfyNN #OpenScience #ResearchDissemination @ucllccos.bsky.social

Three yellow and gold fireworks exploding against a night sky.

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UCL Library, Culture, Collections and Open Science @ucllccos.bsky.social · 17/04/2026

Congratulations and good luck to our colleagues who have been nominated at the upcoming annual Education Awards on 10 June. The event recognises and celebrates the achievements of staff and students, and their contributions to the @ucl.ac.uk community. www.ucl.ac.uk/teaching-lea...

The group of winners at the 2025 UCL education awards.

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UCL Office for Open Science and Scholarship @uclopenscience.bsky.social · 17/04/2026

One week until this #LDNOpenFest26 session💡 Open Research: the Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences Perspective 🗓️Friday 24 April 🕑2-3:30pm 📍Online Discover how open research supports creative, non‑traditional outputs and hear about various initiatives in this area. Register: buff.ly/251ZKIH

Two people stand behind a large wooden table covered in A3 size sheets of paper which appear to have coloured maps on them. They are both looking at one sheet of paper which one of them is holding by the edge in their left hand and pointing at with their right hand. Behind them from floor to ceiling are wide, shallow drawers which are presumably where the maps are stored.

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UCL Library, Culture, Collections and Open Science @ucllccos.bsky.social · 17/04/2026

We are excited to learn that this film by @royalsociety.org, featuring the Kathleen Lonsdale archives in @uclspeccoll.bsky.social, was recently nominated for a Webby Award by the Academy of Digital Arts and Sciences. Watch the video here:

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The ethical science of Kathleen Lonsdale | The Royal Society

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UCL Library, Culture, Collections and Open Science @ucllccos.bsky.social · 15/04/2026

Today, our library collection is made up of two million print books alone. Sarah Pipkin, Outreach and Exhibitions Coordinator for @uclspeccoll.bsky.social, discusses her work to shine a light on 200 years of collecting at @ucl.ac.uk. www.ucl.ac.uk/library/news...

Sarah Pipkin sits at a wooden table surrounding by library shelves.

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UCL Library, Culture, Collections and Open Science @ucllccos.bsky.social · 01/04/2026

We would like to wish you all a good Easter Break. Find out more about access to our venues and library services here: www.ucl.ac.uk/library/news/2026/mar…

UCL's portico with cherry blossoms in the foreground.

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UCL Library, Culture, Collections and Open Science @ucllccos.bsky.social · 01/04/2026

Explore all things open science with a jam-packed week of insightful sessions from 20 – 24 April. Find out more about the London Open Science & Scholarship Festival programme of events here: blogs.ucl.ac.uk/open-access/2026/03…

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UCL Art Museum @uclartmuseum.bsky.social · 30/03/2026

Last chance to see Amongst Visions celebrating the life and work of Slade School of Fine Art alumna Frances Jennings. Come along and view the display by PhD student and artist Holly Davey on 1 April. www.ucl.ac.uk/museums-coll...

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UCL Library, Culture, Collections and Open Science @ucllccos.bsky.social · 30/03/2026

Barbara Adams, former curator of the @uclpetriemuseum.bsky.social, features as one of 200 Faces of UCL as part of the university’s bicentenary celebrations. Read more here: www.ucl.ac.uk/museums-coll... #UCL200

Barbara Adams standing beside a large carved stone sculpture of a lion’s head.

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UCL Press @uclpress.bsky.social · 24/03/2026

We were honoured to gather to celebrate the life and work of Dr Paul Ayris, Pro-Vice Provost, @ucllccos.bsky.social, and UCL Press founder, and to mark the launch of his book Thomas Cranmer’s Register. Read more about the event and Paul’s extraordinary contributions: uclpress.co.uk/celebrating-...

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Celebrating the Life and Legacy of Dr Paul Ayris

Celebrating the life and legacy of Dr Paul Ayris and the launch of his open access book Thomas Cranmer’s Register while recognising his lasting impact on UCL and open science.

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UCL Library, Culture, Collections and Open Science @ucllccos.bsky.social · 26/03/2026

Guest archivists and educators met with members of the Special Collections team in their recent event held at @ucl.ac.uk East. The showcase included a brief introduction and a small display of collection items including rare books and archives.

People listening to a presenter at the UCL Culture Lab.

A yellow 1980s student union handbook from the Institute of Education.

People examining a small display of collection items.

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UCL Library, Culture, Collections and Open Science @ucllccos.bsky.social · 19/03/2026

The @uclgrantmuseum.bsky.social has been shortlisted for Best Use of Digital in the 2026 @museumsandheritage.com Awards for its work on the World of Wasps exhibition. Read more here: www.ucl.ac.uk/museums-coll...

A virtual wasp flying through a reimagined rewilded Grant Museum.

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UCL Libraries @ucllibraries.bsky.social · 18/03/2026

A new display in the Main Library explores the history of some of @ucl.ac.uk’s key collections, and the staff who developed them. Read more here: www.ucl.ac.uk/library/news... #UCL200

Display case in UCL’s Main Library showing books, documents, and objects under glass, with purple panels advertising the ‘On the Shelf’ display about 200 years of collecting at UCL.

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UCL Office for Open Science and Scholarship @uclopenscience.bsky.social · 16/03/2026

🔉 UCL staff and students - how are you feeling about copyright? UCL copyright team have a range of upcoming sessions to support you, refresh your knowledge and answer your questions 👩‍💻📝 Take a look and register 👉 buff.ly/a508cP4 (Image AI-generated from Microsoft Copilot)

Several cards on a wooden surface, where the following are printed on each: 'using images', copyright and GenAI', 'including materials in dissertations', 'publishing contracts', 'social media and copyright', protecting your copyright', 'permissions', 'Creative Commons'.

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UCL Libraries @ucllibraries.bsky.social · 16/03/2026

Explore a selection of @ucl.ac.uk's incredible collection of rare books and archives at UCL East. Join us on 24 March:

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What's so Special about UCL Special Collections?

Explore a selection of UCL's incredible collection of rare books and archives and meet members of the Special Collections team at UCL East.

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UCL Library, Culture, Collections and Open Science @ucllccos.bsky.social · 16/03/2026

To mark #UCL200, Georgina Brewis, Professor of Social History, and Dr Sam Blaxland, Lecturer in Education, have researched 200 years of student life in London to produce a new historical volume. Read more here: www.ucl.ac.uk/library/news...

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UCL Library, Culture, Collections and Open Science @ucllccos.bsky.social · 10/03/2026

Words Matter drew to a close last month, showcasing the works of 12 artists who participated in a six-month knowledge exchange programme. The exhibition was part of Prejudice in Power, exploring @ucl.ac.uk’s historic role in promoting the pseudoscience of eugenics.

People walking towards where a screen is located, with text that has the word Genius repeated several times.

People looking at displayed photographs in the Words Matter exhibition.

Two people watching a short film which is part of the Words Matter exhibition.

A book next to a plant and a lit lamp with text which reads. 'Words Matter Guest Book. 20th November to 25th February. Please leave a comment.'

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Liz Blanks @lizblanks.bsky.social · 04/03/2026

Come along to hear @lucyvandorp.bsky.social and I talk about our new Bentham research. Join us 26th March. @ucllccos.bsky.social @ugiatucl.bsky.social Old Relic, New Research: The Auto-Icon of Jeremy Bentham | Museums and Collections - UCL – University College London share.google/wCX3bm7V5RKI...

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Old Relic, New Research: The Auto-Icon of Jeremy Bentham

A free lunchtime talk on the ongoing research examining DNA from Jeremy Bentham's mummified head and Auto-Icon.

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UCL Library, Culture, Collections and Open Science @ucllccos.bsky.social · 04/03/2026

Come along to the upcoming Research in Focus talk with Dr Liz Bruchet illuminating mental health and disability in an art school archive. Join us on 18 March. www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/research-i...

A black and white photo from the 1950s with a person lying down on the floor.

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UCL Library, Culture, Collections and Open Science @ucllccos.bsky.social · 03/03/2026

Dr Katie Meheux examines post-World War II reconciliation work achieved by librarians and archaeologists using materials from the @uclarchaeology.bsky.social archives. Come along to the talk on 11 March. www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/insights-f...

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UCL @ucl.ac.uk · 02/03/2026

200 years ago, UCL was founded on a radical idea: education for all. To mark our bicentenary, the Two Centuries Here Exhibition explores UCL’s past, present, and future across our Bloomsbury campus. The exhibition is open from 18 Feb 2026 to 31 July 2027. #UCL200

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UCL Libraries @ucllibraries.bsky.social · 02/03/2026

This year's theme for Women’s History Month is Leading the Change: Women Shaping a Sustainable Future, seeking to celebrate women's sustainability efforts. Share your book recommendations here. ucl-global.libwizard.com/f/WomensHist...

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UCL Library, Culture, Collections and Open Science @ucllccos.bsky.social · 27/02/2026

Two Centuries Here is a multi-space exhibition in the heart of central London, tracing @ucl.ac.uk’s origins and exploring 200 years of ground-breaking research, innovation, education and impact. Find out more here: www.ucl.ac.uk/about/events... #UCL200

People at the Student Centre. There is a curated display on the wall and a large banner with text which reads, "UCL200. Two Centuries Here.".

Students looking at the display part of the Two Centuries Here exhibition.

Visitors looking into Two Centuries Here display cases at the Octagon Gallery.

A student writing on a card in response to the question on the wall which reads, "What do you hope for the future of UCL?".

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UCL Special Collections @uclspeccoll.bsky.social · 27/02/2026

Call for applications! We are looking for a small press to take up a temporary residency at UCL! £5,000 to spend flexibly, an opportunity to work with outstanding collections & collaborate with brilliant students and staff! blogs.ucl.ac.uk/special-coll...

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UCL Libraries @ucllibraries.bsky.social · 26/02/2026

In celebration of LGBT+ History Month, students and staff across @ucl.ac.uk have shared their book recommendations with us. Find out more and read through the list here: www.ucl.ac.uk/library/news...

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UCL Libraries @ucllibraries.bsky.social · 24/02/2026

The entrance to the Main Library has now reopened following the completion of the bicentennial refurbishment works. Read more here: www.ucl.ac.uk/library/news...

Students passing through the main library entrance barriers.

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UCL Library, Culture, Collections and Open Science @ucllccos.bsky.social · 20/02/2026

Visitors are invited to explore @ucl.ac.uk’s ground-breaking 200-year history through an expansive new exhibition hosted in multiple spaces across the Bloomsbury campus. Read more here: www.ucl.ac.uk/museums-coll... #UCL200

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Vanessa Freedman @vrfreedman.bsky.social · 12/02/2026

Nice obituary of @ucllccos.bsky.social Pro-Vice Provost Paul Ayris by our former colleague Ben Meunier www.theguardian.com/books/2026/f...

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Paul Ayris obituary

Other lives: Library leader at UCL committed to the movement for open science

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UCL News @uclnews.bsky.social · 11/02/2026

💜 Today, @ucl.ac.uk marks 200 years since its foundation. Throughout 2026, we will celebrate two centuries of learning and innovation and share those achievements with our global community. ➡️Discover our exciting #UCL200 programme of events and learn how you can get involved.

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UCL celebrates 200 years: A landmark year begins

Today, UCL marks 200 years since its foundation. Based in the heart of London, UCL is rooted in curiosity, tolerance and academic excellence. Throughout the year we will celebrate two centuries of lea...

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UCL @ucl.ac.uk · 11/02/2026

Today, UCL turns 200. 🎉 For two centuries, our community has opened doors, challenged convention and pushed the boundaries of knowledge across every discipline. Thank you to everyone who’s been part of the UCL story, here’s to the next century. ✨ #UCL200 #LoveUCL

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UCL Library, Culture, Collections and Open Science @ucllccos.bsky.social · 02/02/2026

The World of Wasps exhibition recently wrapped up in the @uclgrantmuseum.bsky.social. It’s been great sharing @ucl.ac.uk research and celebrating the importance of wasps in our ecosystem. #GMZWasps

A variety of wasp nest specimens in a display case at the Grant Museum.

Visitors interacting with the exhibition at the Grant Museum.

Two people looking into a display case at the Grant Museum.

Two people examining the paper sculptures in the Grant Museum.

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UCL @ucl.ac.uk · 11/01/2026

One month to go… UCL turns 200! 🎉 On 11 February, we kick off #UCL200 – a year of celebrations marking our radical founding in 1826 as London’s first university, open to all. Expect parties, exhibitions, student festivals, art, books, performances, and more. Get ready! @uclspeccoll.bsky.social

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UCL Library, Culture, Collections and Open Science @ucllccos.bsky.social · 19/12/2025

We are shocked and saddened to share news of the death of Dr Paul Ayris, Pro-Vice-Provost (LCCOS: Library, Culture, Collections and Open Science). Paul will be hugely missed in LCCOS and beyond, and our thoughts are with his family, friends and colleagues. Read our tribute: bit.ly/3XZKE25

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In memoriam: Dr Paul Ayris, BA, PhD, FRHist

Remembering Dr Paul Ayris, Pro-Vice-Provost (LCCOS).

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UCL Library, Culture, Collections and Open Science @ucllccos.bsky.social · 17/12/2025

A diverse range of projects has progressed our mission in 2024-25; from curating and opening up world-class collections, to pioneering open science, and partnering with our local and global communities to address society’s grand challenges. Read our Annual Report here: www.ucl.ac.uk/lccos/about-...

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Grant Museum of Zoology @uclgrantmuseum.bsky.social · 17/12/2025

We are proud to currently host the world's first exhibition centred on wasps, combining science, art and technology to reveal the secret world of these complex animals. Read more in the LCCOS Annual Report here: www.ucl.ac.uk/lccos/about-...

A person wearing a virtual reality headset.

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