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UCL is a key partner in a new centre drawing together experts from computer science, psychology, law and criminology that aims to protect citizens from a range of harms online.

PhD researcher Eleri Pritchard (UCL Geography) explains the problems with the invading species signal crayfish, the issues trapping poses to other native species, and why eating the crayfish isn't a solution. Invasive species pose a major threat to global biodiversity. In the UK, one of the most notorious of these invaders is the signal crayfish, Pacifastacus leniusculus.

A team of students and doctors, led by UCL medic Hamzah Selim, have launched an innovative app which uses fun brain games to screen people for signs of dementia. The Mindset4Dementia app, made available on the App Store this month, asks users a series of questions around age, health and lifestyle, before getting them to complete a series of playful cognitive exercises.

Over a quarter (27%) of people in England have said that they have 'no confidence at all' in the government's handling of the coronavirus pandemic, up from just 6% at the start of lockdown, find UCL researchers as part of the Covid-19 Social Study.

You can book study space, collect and return print books and access online resources this term through Library Services.

Professor Roger Penrose, who was an undergraduate at UCL, is among three scientists to have been awarded the Nobel Prize in Physics for work relating to black holes.

Professor Roger Penrose, who was an undergraduate at UCL, is among three scientists to have been awarded the Nobel Prize in Physics for work relating to black holes.

Stuck for a conversation starter? We've got you covered with these 12 questions about UCL's past, present, people and places.

A first-of-its kind clinical trial, led by scientists at UCL, will evaluate the use of 'real time' viral genomic data to reduce the spread of COVID-19 within hospitals.

Honorary Research Associate Annamaria Carusi (UCL Science & Technology Studies) examines the three types of vaccine hesitancy facing authorities' efforts to build public trust in a coronavirus vaccine, including fears over civil liberties, animal welfare and testing.

Research Fellow Beatrice Melinek and Dr Stephen Morris (both UCL Biochemical Engineering) write how medical developments accelerate during crises, and share hopes for the production of a successful vaccine for Covid-19. To bring COVID-19 under control a vaccine needs to be available to every nation, rich and poor - and it needs to happen quickly.

Professor Robert West (UCL Epidemiology & Health) asks whether the 10pm curfew has made an impact on the number of Covid-19 cases and says: "Unless policymakers engage with numbers as concrete statements of what can be expected, there is no basis for rational decision making.

Professor Robert Hazell and Dr Bob Morris (UCL Constitution Unit) write an op-ed on the findings from their new book, The Role of Monarchy in Modern Democracy: European Monarchies Compared, which discusses the royal family in modern society.

Professor Susan Michie (UCL Psychology & Languages Sciences) and Professor Robert West (UCL Epidemiology & Health) join experts in answering questions about the coronavirus, future pandemics and call for "a long-term vision and commitment to have short-term future success.

Dr Alex Goodall (UCL History) looks at how Covid-19 could change the global balance of power, and historical examples of diseases impacting on geopolitics in the USA.

With so much power at stake, it's no surprise the US Supreme court has become increasingly politicised, argues Professor Ronan McCrea (UCL Laws).

Many aspects of the world are designed with male needs in mind, but this doesn't have to be the case for emerging smart energy systems, argues Dr Charlotte Johnson (UCL Bartlett School of Environment, Energy & Resources).

Professor Paul Dorfman (UCL Energy Institute) argues the market is clear that new large nuclear plants are a thing of the past.

Dr Michael Plouffe (UCL Political Science) comments on Japan's 'muted' response to the new trade agreement with the UK, and stresses that more attention should be paid to the implications of trade agreements and the sectors they impact, especially in light of the pandemic.

UCL has today announced plans to introduce up to 1,000 Covid-19 tests a day for staff and students who experience coronavirus symptoms.

If your coursework or assessments are disrupted in 2020-21 by serious events like illness, bereavement or self-isolation, you can apply for 'Extenuating Circumstances' and self-certify for up to 14 days.

Parkinson's disease researchers at UCL are launching three new studies to understand causes and progression of the disease, with the aim of finding new approaches to treatment.

UCL Medical School (UCLMS) has a number of highly valued international collaborations, enabling cross-country learning and expertise, in support of medical education.

An interactive 3D map of London that grades the energy efficiency of more than 3.5 million properties has been built by UCL researchers for the Greater London Authority (GLA) to inform efforts in tackling fuel poverty and reducing carbon emissions.

Despite the easing of lockdown measures, 28% of adults have reported that their lives are currently 'completely different' or have 'lots of differences' compared to prior to Covid-19, find UCL researchers as part of the Covid-19 Social Study.