NewsArts & Humanities NewsContensis: http://www.contentmanagement.co.ukhttp://live-kcl.cloud.contensis.com/archive/news/lsm/news.aspx?SyndicationType=22024-03-28T09:27:05ZNew Director of NIHR Guy's and St Thomas' Biomedical Research CentreProfessor Matthew Brown, has been appointed Director of the National Institute for Health Research, Guy's and St Thomas' Biomedical Research Centre, and Professor of Medicine within the Faculty of Life Sciences and Medicine.2019-07-11T09:16:00Z2019-07-11T09:11:00Zhttps://www.kcl.ac.uk/archive/news/lsm/newsrecords/2019/july/new-director-of-nihr-guy's-and-st-thomas'-biomedical-research-centre.aspxCLAHRC South London secures funding to become Applied Research CollaborationCLAHRC South London, has been successful in a bid to the NIHR to secure up to £9 million funding over five years to become the Applied Research Collaboration South London.2019-07-11T09:16:00Z2019-07-15T11:23:00Zhttps://www.kcl.ac.uk/archive/news/lsm/newsrecords/2019/july/clahrc-south-london-secures-funding-to-become-applied-research-collaboration.aspxAir-filtering living wall installed at Guy's campusA 75m² living wall has been installed on the side of Orchard-Lisle House, Guy's campus.2019-07-04T16:35:00Z2019-07-05T16:43:00Zhttps://www.kcl.ac.uk/archive/news/lsm/newsrecords/2019/july/air-filtering-living-wall-installed-at-guys-campus.aspxKing's students making an impact on the global stageKing's students making an impact on the global stage2019-06-24T15:03:00Z2019-06-24T15:45:00Zhttps://www.kcl.ac.uk/archive/news/lsm/newsrecords/2019/june/kings-students-making-an-impact-on-the-global-stage.aspxProfessor Beverley Hunt awarded OBE in Queen's Birthday HonoursCongratulations to Beverley Hunt, Professor of Thrombosis and Haemostasis who has been awarded an OBE in the Queen's Birthday Honours this year for her for services to medicine.2019-06-14T14:58:00Z2019-06-17T12:32:00Zhttps://www.kcl.ac.uk/archive/news/lsm/newsrecords/2019/june/professor-beverley-hunt-awarded-obe-in-queens-birthday-honours.aspxFaculty shines at Distinguished Alumni AwardsThree members of our Faculty have shared in the honours of the 2019 King's Distinguished Alumni Awards.2019-06-07T08:30:00Z2019-06-07T08:41:00Zhttps://www.kcl.ac.uk/archive/news/lsm/newsrecords/2019/june/faculty-shines-at-distinguished-alumni-awards.aspxFaculty participates to joint summit on innovation and entrepreneurship in healthcareFaculty participates to joint summit on innovation and entrepreneurship in healthcare2019-05-24T13:49:00Z2019-05-24T13:36:00Zhttps://www.kcl.ac.uk/archive/news/lsm/newsrecords/2019/may/faculty-participates-to-joint-summit-on-innovation-and-entrepreneurship-in-healthcare.aspxFive Faculty staff awarded King's Education awardsFive Faculty staff awarded King's Education awards2019-05-17T17:07:00Z2019-05-17T17:01:00Zhttps://www.kcl.ac.uk/archive/news/lsm/newsrecords/2019/may/five-faculty-staff-awarded-kings-education-awards.aspxKing's PhD student receives Outstanding Achievement Award from Chinese GovernmentKing's PhD student, Jia Liu has received the award for 'Outstanding Self-financed Students Abroad' by the China Scholarship Council, a non-profit agency affiliated with China's Ministry of Education.2019-05-07T09:46:00Z2019-05-07T16:39:00Zhttps://www.kcl.ac.uk/archive/news/lsm/newsrecords/2019/king's-medical-student-receives-outstanding-achievement-award-from-chinese-government.aspxMeet your London ChampionKing's as a civic university is a central pillar of King's Vision 2029. Following an open call, Dr Ian Mudway has been appointed Faculty London Champion.2019-04-29T10:51:00Z2019-04-29T16:42:00Zhttps://www.kcl.ac.uk/archive/news/lsm/newsrecords/2019/apr/meet-your-london-champion.aspx'Rosalind Franklin' rover to search for new life on MarsThe UK made ExoMars rover, due to roam the surface of the red planet in 2021, has been named after former King's scientist - Rosalind Franklin.2019-02-07T17:40:00Z2019-02-07T17:34:00Zhttps://www.kcl.ac.uk/archive/news/lsm/newsrecords/2019/'rosalind-franklin-rover-to-search-for-new-life-on-mars.aspxSenior King's scientist appointed to Crick Institute research leadership roleProfessor Adrian Hayday has been appointed one of eight new Assistant Research Directors for the Francis Crick Institute.2019-01-28T14:58:00Z2019-01-28T14:54:00Zhttps://www.kcl.ac.uk/archive/news/lsm/newsrecords/2019/jan/senior-king's-scientist-appointed-to-crick-institute-research-leadership-role.aspx"Harmonies of Hope" choir for kidney transplant children set up by King's researcherMr. Ian MeadowsA research fellow from King's has set up a choir for children who have received a kidney transplant.2019-01-04T10:06:00Z2019-01-07T09:19:00Zhttps://www.kcl.ac.uk/archive/news/lsm/newsrecords/2019/jan/harmonies-of-hope.aspxFaculty success at King's awardsFaculty success at King's awards2018-12-10T17:12:00Z2018-12-10T17:34:00Zhttps://www.kcl.ac.uk/archive/news/lsm/newsrecords/2018/dec/faculty-success-at-kings-awards.aspxProtein identified that maintains genome integrity during cell divisionA new study provides insights into the mechanisms used by the cells to faithfully transmit its genetic information to the next generation.2018-12-04T11:51:00Z2018-12-04T14:53:00Zhttps://www.kcl.ac.uk/archive/news/lsm/newsrecords/2018/dec/protein-identified-that-maintains-genome-integrity-during-cell-division.aspxSilver medal success for King's first iGEM teamKing's undergraduate students were awarded a silver medal at the International Genetically Engineered Machine competition2018-11-28T13:27:00Z2018-11-30T11:16:00Zhttps://www.kcl.ac.uk/archive/news/lsm/newsrecords/2018/nov/silver-medal-success-for-king's-first-igem-team.aspxKing's welcomes PhD students funded by the China Scholarship CouncilMiss Claire TaylorKing's welcomes a new cohort of PhD students funded by the China Scholarship Council starting their PHDs.2018-11-28T13:09:00Z2018-11-29T10:46:00Zhttps://www.kcl.ac.uk/archive/news/lsm/newsrecords/2018/nov/kings-welcomes-phd-students-funded-by-the-china-scholarship-council.aspxFaculty researchers ranked amongst most influential in the worldFive researchers from the Faculty have been named in the 2018 Clarivate Analytics Highly Cited Researchers List.2018-11-28T09:55:00Z2018-11-28T09:52:00Zhttps://www.kcl.ac.uk/archive/news/lsm/newsrecords/2018/nov/faculty-researchers-ranked-amongst-most-influential-in-the-world.aspxTwo-pronged device enables maverick immune cells to identify and kill cancersImmune cells called Gamma Delta T cells can act independently to identify and kill cancer cells, defying the conventional view of the immune system, reveals new research.2018-11-12T16:15:00Z2018-11-12T16:10:00Zhttps://www.kcl.ac.uk/archive/news/lsm/newsrecords/2018/nov/two-pronged-device-enables-maverick-immune-cells-to-identify-and-kill-cancers.aspxCentre for Inflammation Biology & Cancer Immunology formally launchesOn Wednesday 31 October 2018, the Centre for Inflammation Biology & Cancer Immunology was officially launched with a celebratory showcase event.2018-11-02T13:00:00Z2018-11-02T12:54:00Zhttps://www.kcl.ac.uk/archive/news/lsm/newsrecords/2018/nov/centre-for-inflammation-biology-cancer-immunology-formally-launches..aspxAthena SWAN success for the FacultyThe Faculty is delighted to announce our successful submission for an Athena SWAN Silver award. Achieving this award is a significant milestone and demonstrates our ongoing Faculty-wide commitment to achieving gender equality.2018-10-25T15:51:00Z2018-10-25T15:37:00Zhttps://www.kcl.ac.uk/archive/news/lsm/newsrecords/2018/oct/athena-swan-success-for-the-faculty.aspxResearchers discover potential 'early warning markers' for sepsisResearch has shown that immune response signatures could be used as an early warning test for the serious condition sepsis in patients attending emergency departments with suspected infection.2018-10-15T09:57:00Z2018-10-15T10:11:00Zhttps://www.kcl.ac.uk/archive/news/lsm/newsrecords/2018/oct/researchers-discover-potential-'early-warning-markers'-for-sepsis.aspxKing's celebrates World Arthritis DayKing's celebrates World Arthritis Day2018-10-12T13:39:00Z2018-10-12T14:59:00Zhttps://www.kcl.ac.uk/archive/news/lsm/newsrecords/2018/oct/king's-celebrates-world-arthritis-day.aspx£2.3m awarded for liver research trialResearchers from the Institute of Liver Studies have been awarded £2.3 million by the National Institute for Health Research to lead a new UK wide multi-centre trial to treat liver disease.2018-10-09T13:25:00Z2018-10-10T11:09:00Zhttps://www.kcl.ac.uk/archive/news/lsm/newsrecords/2018/oct/2.3-awarded-for-liver-research-trial.aspxRoksana Nikoopour wins prize at European Muscle ConferencePhD a student from the Randall Centre for Cell & Molecular Biophysics, won prize for best oral presentation at the European Muscle Conference in Budapest.2018-10-03T08:49:00Z2018-10-03T08:45:00Zhttps://www.kcl.ac.uk/archive/news/lsm/newsrecords/2018/oct/roksana-nikoopour-wins-prize-at-european-muscle-conference.aspxKing's celebrates opening of new NMR FacilityThe Nuclear Magnetic Resonance facility celebrated the refurbishment of their suite of spectrometers by hosting a one-day symposium.2018-09-20T10:09:00Z2018-09-20T16:42:00Zhttps://www.kcl.ac.uk/archive/news/lsm/newsrecords/2018/sept/king's-celebrates-opening-of-new-nmr-facility.aspxProfessor Fiona Watt comments on the rewards of great collaborationsProfessor Fiona Watt, writes about her career, some challenges she has faced and the importance of collaboration in Nature Cell Biology.2018-09-13T16:33:00Z2018-09-13T16:16:00Zhttps://www.kcl.ac.uk/archive/news/lsm/newsrecords/2018/sept/professor-fiona-watt-comments-on-the-rewards-of-great-collaborations.aspxResearch leading to law changes in New York StateKing's research could lead to a law change in New York State that bans the sale of children's products containing the plastic hardening chemical, bisphenol-A (BPA) and six BPA substitute chemicals.2018-08-30T13:05:00Z2018-08-30T12:46:00Zhttps://www.kcl.ac.uk/archive/news/lsm/newsrecords/2018/aug/research-leading-to-law-changes-in-new-york-state.aspxMBBS graduate walks the wall for obesitySince 2015, Jonathan has devoted much of his personal time to campaigning for Obesity and on 22 September, Jonathan and his father, Simon, will be walking 84 miles non-stop across the length of Hadrian's Wall2018-08-29T14:26:00Z2018-08-29T14:23:00Zhttps://www.kcl.ac.uk/archive/news/lsm/newsrecords/2018/aug/mbbs-graduate-walks-the-wall-for-obesity.aspxCan anyone become an elite athlete?Elite athletes represent the peak of human physical performance. But what makes these individuals different from the rest of us and is it even possible for us to reach their level?2018-08-15T17:30:00Z2018-10-05T16:28:00Zhttps://www.kcl.ac.uk/archive/news/lsm/newsrecords/2018/aug/can-anyone-become-an-elite-athlete.aspxResearchers secure funding to investigate disease that kills millionsA team of researchers from the School of Immunology and Microbial Sciences and the Dental Institute has secured a multi-million Euro award to conduct research into liver disease2018-08-15T12:47:00Z2018-08-15T12:44:00Zhttps://www.kcl.ac.uk/archive/news/lsm/newsrecords/2018/aug/researchers-secure-funding-to-investigate-disease-that-kills-millions.aspxNew leadership in the School of Basic & Medical BiosciencesThe Faculty is delighted to announce the new appointments of Professor Franca Fraternali and Professor John McGrath.2018-08-10T15:19:00Z2018-08-10T15:11:00Zhttps://www.kcl.ac.uk/archive/news/lsm/newsrecords/2018/aug/new-leadership-in-the-school-of-basic-medical-biosciences.aspxSuccessful Immunology & Microbial Sciences Summer SchoolIn collaboration with the charity In2Science and funding from King's Health Partners, the School of Immunology & Microbial Sciences hosted 19 students for two weeks in a Summer School.2018-08-09T09:54:00Z2018-08-09T09:29:00Zhttps://www.kcl.ac.uk/archive/news/lsm/newsrecords/2018/aug/successful-immunology-microbial-sciences-summer-school.aspxPromotions success for the Faculty of Life Sciences & MedicineThe Faculty is pleased to announce the staff who have been successful in this year's academic promotions round.2018-06-26T16:08:00Z2018-06-26T16:18:00Zhttps://www.kcl.ac.uk/archive/news/lsm/newsrecords/2018/june/promotions-success-for-the-faculty.aspxKing's student takes home gold STEM for Britain awardKing's Undergraduate student, Maria Karabova won the prestigious STEM for Britain Mendel award this year.2018-06-21T17:37:00Z2018-06-22T12:58:00Zhttps://www.kcl.ac.uk/archive/news/lsm/newsrecords/2018/june/kings-student-wins-gold-stem-for-britain-award.aspxIntroducing our new Heads of Teaching DepartmentsThe Faculty of Life Sciences & Medicine is delighted to announce the appointment of Dr Susan Duty and Dr Sukhi Bansal2018-06-19T12:57:00Z2018-06-19T15:09:00Zhttps://www.kcl.ac.uk/archive/news/lsm/newsrecords/2018/june/new-heads-of-teaching-departments.aspxMental health linked to disease flare of patients with Rheumatoid ArthritisResearch has shown there is an increased risk of disease flare in Rheumatoid Arthritis patients who suffer from depression. These results may help physicians make more personalised treatment decisions.2018-06-19T09:25:00Z2018-06-19T12:42:00Zhttps://www.kcl.ac.uk/archive/news/lsm/newsrecords/2018/june/mental-health-linked-to-disease-flare-of-patients-with-rheumatoid-arthritis.aspxLanguage of science is universalThe Centre for Stem Cell & Regenerative Medicine host Portuguese-British pupils in series of Portuguese science workshops.2018-06-13T15:41:00Z2018-06-13T16:31:00Zhttps://www.kcl.ac.uk/archive/news/lsm/newsrecords/2018/june/language-of-science-crosses-borders.aspxProfessor Charles Wolfe recognised in Queen's Birthday HonoursProfessor Charles Wolfe, Professor of Public Health and Head of the School of Population Health & Environmental Sciences, has been awarded an OBE for services to stroke and public health medicine.2018-06-11T15:41:00Z2018-06-11T15:17:00Zhttps://www.kcl.ac.uk/archive/news/lsm/newsrecords/2018/june/professor-charles-wolfe-recognised-in-queen's-birthday-honours.aspxNovel gene therapy technique successful in treating brain conditionsNovel gene therapy technique successful in treating brain conditions.2018-06-05T09:45:00Z2018-06-05T09:41:00Zhttps://www.kcl.ac.uk/archive/news/lsm/newsrecords/2018/june/novel-gene-therapy-technique-successful-in-treating-brain-conditions.aspxKing's Mission Discovery experiment launched into spaceExperiments designed by students during Mission Discovery are launched into space.2018-05-18T12:31:00Z2018-05-18T13:29:00Zhttps://www.kcl.ac.uk/archive/news/lsm/newsrecords/2018/may/king's-mission-discovery-experiment-launched-into-space.aspxUnderstanding Vitamin D trends in children with non-alcoholic fatty liver diseaseKing's researchers identify relationship between vitamin D levels and the genes that determine vitamin D status in UK children with non-alcoholic fatty liver disease2018-05-17T09:38:00Z2018-05-17T09:23:00Zhttps://www.kcl.ac.uk/archive/news/lsm/newsrecords/2018/may/understanding-vitamin-d-trends-in-children-with-non-alcoholic-fatty-liver-disease.aspxKing's researchers partner with British Society for Rheumatology on national arthritis auditKing's researchers involved in all aspects, design, conduct, and (most importantly) analysis of the collected information.2018-05-15T09:57:00Z2018-05-15T10:17:00Zhttps://www.kcl.ac.uk/archive/news/lsm/newsrecords/2018/may/king's-researchers-partner-with-british-society-for-rheumatology-on-national-arthritis-audit.aspxFaculty scientists recognised by Academy of Medical SciencesAcademics from the Faculty have been awarded Fellowships by the Academy of Medical Sciences.2018-05-11T10:11:00Z2018-05-11T10:45:00Zhttps://www.kcl.ac.uk/archive/news/lsm/newsrecords/2018/may/faculty-recognised-by-ams.aspxResearchers develop a new test to safely and accurately diagnose peanut allergiesIdentifying peanut allergies cheaper and easier with new test2018-05-10T10:04:00Z2018-05-10T10:00:00Zhttps://www.kcl.ac.uk/archive/news/lsm/newsrecords/2018/may/researchers-develop-a-new-test-to-safely-and-accurately-diagnose-peanut-allergies.aspxStudy identifies 44 genetic risk factors for major depressionA global research project has mapped out the genetic basis of major depression, identifying 44 genetic variants which are risk factors for depression, 30 of which are newly discovered.2018-05-08T12:11:00Z2018-05-08T14:39:00Zhttps://www.kcl.ac.uk/archive/news/lsm/newsrecords/2018/may/study-identifies-44-genetic-risk-factors-for-major-depression.aspxKing's Marks World Immunisation WeekKing's College London has many areas of world-leading research on vaccine research and development, some are highlighted here to mark World Immunisation Week2018-04-27T13:41:00Z2018-04-27T13:27:00Zhttps://www.kcl.ac.uk/archive/news/lsm/newsrecords/2018/apr/kings-marks-world-immunisation-week.aspxAllergy Academy Shortlisted for BMJ AwardAllergy Academy shortlisted for prestigious BMJ Award2018-04-06T09:25:00Z2018-04-06T09:10:00Zhttps://www.kcl.ac.uk/archive/news/lsm/newsrecords/2018/apr/allergy-academy-shortlisted-for-bmj-award.aspxProfessor Maddy Parsons Awarded Biochemical Society AwardProfessor Maddy Parsons awarded the Biochemical Society Industry & Academic Collaboration Award2018-04-04T12:46:00Z2018-04-12T14:42:00Zhttps://www.kcl.ac.uk/archive/news/lsm/newsrecords/2018/apr/professor-maddy-parsons-wins-biochemical-society-award.aspxKing's & TuberculosisKing's College London & #WorldTBDay2018-03-24T07:18:00Z2018-03-24T08:30:00Zhttps://www.kcl.ac.uk/archive/news/lsm/newsrecords/2018/mar/kings-tb.aspxFaculty celebrates International Women's DayPressing for progress and gender equality2018-03-06T10:22:00Z2018-03-08T12:17:00Zhttps://www.kcl.ac.uk/archive/news/lsm/newsrecords/2018/mar/i-w-d.aspxLeading universities open a new frontier in medical science teachingLeading universities open a new frontier in medical science teaching. A new course for postgraduate students has been launched by seven leading universities, including King's.2018-03-02T14:23:00Z2018-03-02T15:30:00Zhttps://www.kcl.ac.uk/archive/news/lsm/newsrecords/2018/mar/leading-universities-frontier-medical-science-teaching.aspxMedical student wins humanitarian medal for first free emergency services in AfghanistanMedical student won Dr Abbas Khan award for free emergency services in Afghanistan2018-02-16T12:10:00Z2018-02-16T11:55:00Zhttps://www.kcl.ac.uk/archive/news/lsm/newsrecords/2018/feb/salman-momin-wins-abbas-khan-medal.aspxLet's Talk Sugar wins Cultural Institute at King's awardLet's talk sugar wins Cultural Institute at King's award.2018-02-16T11:34:00Z2018-02-16T13:49:00Zhttps://www.kcl.ac.uk/archive/news/lsm/newsrecords/2018/feb/lets-talk-sugar-wins-cultural-institute-at-kings-award.aspxProfessor Walter Holland CBE, 1929-2018Professor Walter Holland CBE2018-02-14T18:12:00Z2018-02-16T16:10:00Zhttps://www.kcl.ac.uk/archive/news/lsm/newsrecords/2018/feb/professor-walter-holland-1929-2018.aspxStudent nominated for changing the lives of women in developing countriesStudent nominated for changing the lives of women in developing countries2018-02-14T18:10:00Z2018-02-14T16:12:00Zhttps://www.kcl.ac.uk/archive/news/lsm/newsrecords/2018/feb/student-changing-lives-of-women-in-developing-countries.aspxStudent campaigner nominated for tackling public health crisisStudent campaigner nominated for tackling public health crisis2018-02-14T18:10:00Z2018-02-14T16:17:00Zhttps://www.kcl.ac.uk/archive/news/lsm/newsrecords/2018/feb/student-tackles-public-health-crisis.aspxKing's to help transform health through data science following £54 million awardKing's College London has been chosen as a foundation partner of a new national institute Health Data Research UK. Professor Tim Hubbard from the School of Basic & Medical Biosciences will lead the HDR UK London site.2018-02-09T16:10:00Z2018-02-13T13:49:00Zhttps://www.kcl.ac.uk/archive/news/lsm/newsrecords/2018/feb/kings-health-data-research-uk-funding-award.aspxProfessor Catherine Shanahan appointed Faculty Vice Dean (Development, Diversity & Inclusion)Professor Catherine Shanahan appointed Faculty Vice Dean (Development, Diversity & Inclusion) for the Faculty of Life Sciences & Medicine2018-01-26T17:40:00Z2018-01-26T17:34:00Zhttps://www.kcl.ac.uk/archive/news/lsm/newsrecords/2018/jan/faculty-vice-dean-development-diversity-inclusion.aspxKing's leads on new air pollution research lab in LondonKing's leads on new air pollution research lab in London2018-01-22T18:08:00Z2018-01-22T17:38:00Zhttps://www.kcl.ac.uk/archive/news/lsm/newsrecords/2018/jan/new-air-pollution-research-lab.aspxNew drug combination kick-starts immune system to fight cancerScientists from King's College London have found a way to boost the immune system to help it fight back against cancer.2018-01-19T18:39:00Z2018-01-23T10:20:00Zhttps://www.kcl.ac.uk/archive/news/lsm/newsrecords/2018/jan/new-drug-combination-kick-starts-immune-system-to-fight-cancer.aspxProfessor Andrew Shennan awarded OBEKing's College London is delighted to announce that a number of King's staff and alumni have been recognised in the 2018 New Year's Honours list.2018-01-19T14:58:00Z2018-01-29T11:02:00Zhttps://www.kcl.ac.uk/archive/news/lsm/newsrecords/2018/jan/new-years-honours.aspxBroadening horizons: 2017 Medical Education ConferenceBroadening horizons: 2017 Medical Education Conference2017-12-21T14:17:00Z2018-01-03T16:06:00Zhttps://www.kcl.ac.uk/archive/news/lsm/newsrecords/2017/dec/broadening-horizons-2017-medical-education-conference.aspxProfessor Fiona Watt named as the preferred candidate for role of Executive Chair of the Medical Research CouncilProfessor Fiona Watt named as the preferred candidate for role of Executive Chair of the Medical Research Council2017-12-20T12:46:00Z2017-12-20T12:09:00Zhttps://www.kcl.ac.uk/archive/news/lsm/newsrecords/2017/dec/professor-fiona-watt-named-as-the-preferred-candidate-for-role-of-executive-chair-of-the-medical-research-council.aspxFOLSM 2017 in Review2017 in Review2017-12-15T13:09:00Z2017-12-15T16:58:00Zhttps://www.kcl.ac.uk/archive/news/lsm/newsrecords/2017/dec/2017-in-review.aspxHRH The Princess Royal Opens Centre for Medical EngineeringHRH The Princess Royal Opens Centre for Medical Engineering2017-12-15T12:20:00Z2017-12-15T12:41:00Zhttps://www.kcl.ac.uk/archive/news/lsm/newsrecords/2017/dec/hrh-the-princess-royal-opens-centre-for-medical-engineering.aspxPrincess Royal, Princess Anne awards Dr Megan Rossi with grantMiss Claire TaylorPrincess Royal, Princess Anne awards Dr Megan Rossi with grant2017-11-24T15:18:00Z2017-11-24T14:35:00Zhttps://www.kcl.ac.uk/archive/news/lsm/newsrecords/2017/nov/princess-royal-princess-anne-awards-dr-megan-rossi-with-grant.aspxFaculty success at King's awardsMiss Claire TaylorFaculty success at King's awards2017-11-24T14:29:00Z2017-11-24T14:36:00Zhttps://www.kcl.ac.uk/archive/news/lsm/newsrecords/2017/nov/faculty-success-at-kings-awards.aspxCRADLE project wins the 2017 Newton prizeMiss Claire TaylorCRADLE project wins the 2017 Newton prize2017-11-02T11:33:00Z2017-11-02T14:33:00Zhttps://www.kcl.ac.uk/archive/news/lsm/newsrecords/2017/nov/cradle-project-wins-the-2017-newton-prize.aspxProfessor David Gradwell wins best Medicine textbook at BMA awardsMiss Claire TaylorProfessor David Gradwell wins best Medicine textbook at BMA awards2017-10-26T15:27:00Z2017-10-26T14:55:00Zhttps://www.kcl.ac.uk/archive/news/lsm/newsrecords/2017/oct/professor-david-gradwell-wins-best-medicine-textbook-at-bma-awards.aspxKings researcher Dr Manu Shankar-Hari awarded the National Institute of Health Research Clinician Scientist AwardMiss Claire TaylorKings researcher Dr Manu Shankar-Hari awarded the National Institute of Health Research Clinician Scientist Award2017-10-19T17:23:00Z2017-10-19T17:00:00Zhttps://www.kcl.ac.uk/archive/news/lsm/newsrecords/2017/oct/kings-researcher-dr-manu-shankar-hari-awarded-the-national-institute-of-health-research-clinician-scientist-award.aspxBeyond a traditional sports science degreeLaunch of Sports & Exercise Medical Sciences BSc2017-10-13T12:19:00Z2017-11-30T12:49:00Zhttps://www.kcl.ac.uk/archive/news/lsm/newsrecords/2017/oct/launch-of-sports-exercise-medical-sciences-bsc.aspxKing's Researcher awarded the ANZICS Intensive Care Global Rising Star Programme FellowshipKing's Researcher awarded the ANZICS Intensive Care Global Rising Star Programme Fellowship2017-09-27T12:38:00Z2017-09-27T13:03:00Zhttps://www.kcl.ac.uk/archive/news/lsm/newsrecords/2017/sept/king's-researcher-awarded-the-anzics-intensive-care-global-rising-star-programme-fellowship.aspxA new term, and we welcome our new Dean of Medical Education for the GKT School of Medical EducationAs the new academic year begins we welcome Tim Lancaster, our new Dean of Medical Education for the GKT School of Medical Education2017-09-18T11:03:00Z2017-09-18T10:21:00Zhttps://www.kcl.ac.uk/archive/news/lsm/newsrecords/2017/sept/a-new-term-and-we-welcome-our-new-dean-of-medical-education-for-the-gkt-school-of-medical-education.aspxCross-sector collaboration brings exciting change to medical common roomCross-sector collaboration brings exciting change to Maudsley medical common room2017-09-15T17:02:00Z2017-09-15T16:37:00Zhttps://www.kcl.ac.uk/archive/news/lsm/newsrecords/2017/sept/cross-sector-collaboration-brings-exciting-change-to-medical-common-room.aspxKing's at New Scientist Live 2017Visitors to this year's New Scientist Live Exhibition can look forward to an engaging display of hands-on exhibits and lectures to suit all ages and interests from the Faculty of Life Sciences and Medicine.2017-09-15T12:29:00Z2017-09-20T12:08:00Zhttps://www.kcl.ac.uk/archive/news/lsm/newsrecords/2017/sept/kings-at-new-scientist-live-2017.aspxTwo King's global health partnerships shortlisted for Health Service Journal AwardsTwo of King's global health partnerships, King's Sierra Leone Partnership and King's Somaliland Partnership, have been shortlisted for the prestigious Health Service Journal (HSJ) Awards in the 'International Health Partnership' category.2017-09-14T12:06:00Z2017-09-14T11:50:00Zhttps://www.kcl.ac.uk/archive/news/lsm/newsrecords/2017/sept/two-king's-global-health-partnerships-shortlisted-for-health-service-journal-awards.aspxRoyal Microscopical Society elects Professor Maddy Parsons as its new Honorary Secretary for Biological ScienceRoyal Microscopical Society elects Professor Maddy Parsons as its new Honorary Secretary for Biological Science.2017-09-11T16:06:00Z2017-09-11T16:51:00Zhttps://www.kcl.ac.uk/archive/news/lsm/newsrecords/2017/sept/royal-microscopical-society-elects-professor-maddy-parsons-as-its-new-honorary-secretary-for-biological-science..aspxFun at 2017 Faculty DayMiss Claire Taylor2017 Faculty Day2017-09-11T14:24:00Z2017-09-13T16:57:00Zhttps://www.kcl.ac.uk/archive/news/lsm/newsrecords/2017/sept/fun-at-2017-faculty-day.aspxPromotions successes for the Faculty of Life Sciences & MedicinePromotions successes for the Faculty of Life Sciences & Medicine 20172017-09-05T15:25:00Z2018-04-10T15:08:00Zhttps://www.kcl.ac.uk/archive/news/lsm/newsrecords/2017/sept/promotions-successes-for-the-faculty-of-life-sciences-medicine.aspxAltered metabolic profiles seen in mothers who develop gestational diabetesKing's researchers from the Faculty of Life Sciences and Medicine have found differences in the metabolic profiles of obese mothers who develop gestational diabetes compared to those who do not.2017-09-04T11:11:00Z2017-09-04T10:13:00Zhttps://www.kcl.ac.uk/archive/news/lsm/newsrecords/2017/sept/altered-metabolic-profiles-seen-in-mothers-who-develop-gestational-diabetes.aspxMore young people to benefit from King's College London's extended medical degreeMore young people to benefit from King's College London's extended medical degree2017-08-31T13:01:00Z2017-08-31T11:45:00Zhttps://www.kcl.ac.uk/archive/news/lsm/newsrecords/2017/august/more-young-people-to-benefit-from-king's-college-london's-extended-medical-degree.aspxChildren who don't eat breakfast risk not getting recommended nutrientsA study by researchers at King's College and the London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine has found that children who skip breakfast regularly may not be consuming the daily recommended amounts of key nutrients required for growth.2017-08-21T18:00:00Z2017-08-21T17:57:00Zhttps://www.kcl.ac.uk/archive/news/lsm/newsrecords/2017/august/children-who-don't-eat-breakfast-risk-not-getting-recommended-nutrients.aspxKing's researcher recognised by British Science FestivalResearch Fellow at King's Pankaj Chandak has been recognised by British Science Festival2017-08-11T16:14:00Z2017-08-11T15:56:00Zhttps://www.kcl.ac.uk/archive/news/lsm/newsrecords/2017/august/king's-researcher-recognised-by-british-science-festival.aspxImprovements to Hodgkin Building anatomy facilitiesImprovements to Hodgkin Building anatomy facilities2017-08-09T15:50:00Z2017-08-09T14:33:00Zhttps://www.kcl.ac.uk/archive/news/lsm/newsrecords/2017/august/improvements-to-hodgkin-building-anatomy-facilities.aspxKing's Medical Student in Final of 2017 Elsevier HackathonYear 4 KCL MBBS student, Mao Fong Lim has made it through to the final of the 2017 Elsevier Hackathon.2017-08-09T13:04:00Z2017-08-10T12:09:00Zhttps://www.kcl.ac.uk/archive/news/lsm/newsrecords/2017/august/kcl-medical-student-in-final-of-2017-elsevier-hackathon.aspxDr Cynthia Andoniadou receives Lister Institute Research Prize FellowshipDr Cynthia Andoniadou receives Lister Institute Research Prize Fellowship2017-08-04T17:37:00Z2017-08-04T17:23:00Zhttps://www.kcl.ac.uk/archive/news/lsm/newsrecords/2017/august/dr-cynthia-andoniadou-receives-lister-institute-research-prize-fellowship.aspxMercia Award in Medical Engineering won for the 4th time by a King's GraduateMercia Award in Medical Engineering won for the 4th time by a King's Graduate, Aisling Barry2017-08-04T12:43:00Z2017-08-04T16:34:00Zhttps://www.kcl.ac.uk/archive/news/lsm/newsrecords/2017/august/mercia-award-in-medical-engineering-won-for-the-4th-time-by-a-kings-graduate.aspxFunding Award for Healthcare in Conflict Zones ProgrammeKing's health and security researchers have been awarded over 7 million GBP to build research capacity and capability for the health sector in countries in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region impacted by conflict.2017-07-29T21:02:00Z2017-07-28T17:27:00Zhttps://www.kcl.ac.uk/archive/news/lsm/newsrecords/2017/july/funding-award-for-healthcare-in-conflict-zones-programme.aspxSpace Monkey Mafia win Mission DiscoveryThe Space Monkey Mafia were the winners of this year's Mission Discovery held last week at Guy's campus.2017-07-17T13:13:00Z2017-07-17T15:14:00Zhttps://www.kcl.ac.uk/archive/news/lsm/newsrecords/2017/july/space-monkeys-mafia-win-mission-discovery.aspxAnd the Winner is…King's Alumni, Dr Bhavagaya Bakshi has won this year's People's Award category in the 2017 AbilityNet Tech4Good awards, with an invention called C the Signs.2017-07-17T12:27:00Z2017-07-17T12:02:00Zhttps://www.kcl.ac.uk/archive/news/lsm/newsrecords/2017/july/and-the-winner-is….aspxFaculty at the Royal Society Summer ExhibitionThis year's Royal Society Summer exhibition featured Heart in Your Hands, an interactive exhibit that shows how a beating heart works, how the heart is influenced by disease and how computational modelling and medical imaging are providing new avenues for personalise and predictive medicine.2017-07-17T12:12:00Z2017-07-17T15:21:00Zhttps://www.kcl.ac.uk/archive/news/lsm/newsrecords/2017/july/folsm-at-the-royal-society-summer-exhibition.aspxHealthcare professionals should ask patients about probiotic useA team from King's is advising that healthcare professionals should receive education on probiotic use by the public and should be encouraged to enquire about their patients' probiotic use to self-medicate for constipation.2017-07-17T11:08:00Z2017-07-17T12:51:00Zhttps://www.kcl.ac.uk/archive/news/lsm/newsrecords/2017/healthcare-professionals-should-ask-patients-about-probiotic-use.aspxSocial security policies needed to tackle food insecuritiesDr Rachel Loopstra highlights new ways of tackling food insecurities at Nutrition Society's 2017 summer conference.2017-07-14T13:57:00Z2017-07-14T13:29:00Zhttps://www.kcl.ac.uk/archive/news/lsm/newsrecords/2017/july/social-security-policies-needed-to-tackle-food-insecurities.aspxProfessor Kevin Whelan has been awarded a Fellowship of the British Dietetic AssociationFaculty Professor of Dietetics, Kevin Whelan, has been awarded a Fellowship of the British Dietetic Association.2017-07-11T14:25:00Z2017-07-12T15:28:00Zhttps://www.kcl.ac.uk/archive/news/lsm/newsrecords/2017/july/professor-kevin-whelan-has-been-awarded-a-fellowship-of-the-british-dietetic-association.aspxImproving nutrition in metropolitan areasKing's College London is hosting the Nutrition Society's 2017 summer conference, which takes place from 10 - 12 July 2017.2017-07-10T12:41:00Z2017-07-12T15:27:00Zhttps://www.kcl.ac.uk/archive/news/lsm/newsrecords/2017/july/improving-nutrition-in-metropolitan-areas.aspx6th annual King's College London Mission Discovery launchesThe 6th annual King's College London Mission Discovery programme will launch on Monday 10 July and run until Friday 14 July.2017-07-10T12:24:00Z2017-07-10T11:25:00Zhttps://www.kcl.ac.uk/archive/news/lsm/newsrecords/2017/july/6th-annual-kings-college-london-mission-discovery-launches.aspxCongratulations to the MBBS Class of 2017380 MBBS students graduated from the GKT School of Medical Education in 2017.2017-07-10T09:58:00Z2017-07-10T10:16:00Zhttps://www.kcl.ac.uk/archive/news/lsm/newsrecords/2017/july/congratulations-to-the-mbbs-class-of-2017.aspxUndergraduate bioscience students discuss their futuresUndergraduate students from the School of Bioscience Education celebrate finishing their studies while getting advice on their futures.2017-06-30T16:10:00Z2017-06-30T16:55:00Zhttps://www.kcl.ac.uk/archive/news/lsm/newsrecords/2017/june/undergraduate-bioscience-students-discuss-their-futures.aspxFaculty staff recognised in Queen's Birthday HonoursProfessor Lucilla Poston and Professor Clive Page recognised in the 2017 Queen's Birthday Honours.2017-06-20T10:09:00Z2017-07-11T21:19:00Zhttps://www.kcl.ac.uk/archive/news/lsm/newsrecords/2017/june/faculty-staff-recognised-in-queen's-birthday-honours.aspxStudents award three Faculty staff for going above and beyondStudent nominations result in three of the Faculty's staff being awarded for going above and beyond in the King's Teaching Excellence Awards 2017.2017-05-23T17:40:00Z2017-07-11T21:28:00Zhttps://www.kcl.ac.uk/archive/news/lsm/newsrecords/2017/may/students-award-three-faculty-staff-for-going-above-and-beyond.aspxPalliative care increase by 2040At least 42 percent more people will need palliative care in England and Wales by 2040.2017-05-22T15:38:00Z2017-07-11T21:26:00Zhttps://www.kcl.ac.uk/archive/news/lsm/newsrecords/2017/may/palliative-care-increase-by-2040.aspxClinical trials: spearheading research that contributes to public healthInternational Clinical Trials Day is held on 20 May to commemorate the day that James Lind began his famous trial. Through clinical trials, the Faculty of Life Sciences & Medicine is spearheading research that contributes to public health and medical progress.2017-05-19T15:00:00Z2017-07-11T21:24:00Zhttps://www.kcl.ac.uk/archive/news/lsm/newsrecords/2017/may/clinical-trials-spearheading-research-that-contributes-to-public-health.aspxLargest resource of human stem cells from healthy donorsScientists unveil the UK's largest resource of human stem cells from healthy donors.2017-05-12T11:39:00Z2017-07-11T21:25:00Zhttps://www.kcl.ac.uk/archive/news/lsm/newsrecords/2017/may/largest-resource-of-human-stem-cells-from-healthy-donors.aspxReport predicts growth in stroke rates for UKBurden of Stroke in Europe report predicts growth in stroke rates for UK.2017-05-12T10:34:00Z2017-07-11T21:27:00Zhttps://www.kcl.ac.uk/archive/news/lsm/newsrecords/2017/may/report-predicts-growth-in-stroke-rates-for-uk.aspxNewborn baby brain scans will help scientists track brain developmentScientists have published ground-breaking scans of newborn babies' brains which researchers from all over the world can download and use to study how the human brain develops.2017-05-10T11:45:00Z2017-07-11T21:25:00Zhttps://www.kcl.ac.uk/archive/news/lsm/newsrecords/2017/may/newborn-baby-brain-scans-will-help-scientists-track-brain-development.aspxImproving nutrition in metropolitan areasThe Nutrition Society are holding their 2017 summer conference at King's.2017-05-09T09:30:00Z2017-07-11T21:25:00Zhttps://www.kcl.ac.uk/archive/news/lsm/newsrecords/2017/may/improving-nutrition-in-metropolitan-areas.aspxProfessor Anne Ridley elected to the fellowship of the Royal SocietyAnne Ridley, Professor of Cell Biology from the Randall Division of Cell & Molecular Biophysics in the Faculty of Life Sciences & Medicine has been elected to the fellowship of the Royal Society, the UK's national academy of science.2017-05-08T17:12:00Z2017-07-11T21:26:00Zhttps://www.kcl.ac.uk/archive/news/lsm/newsrecords/2017/may/professor-anne-ridley-elected-to-the-fellowship-of-the-royal-society.aspxA new generation of scientistsEach year King's hosts the Mission Discovery programme aimed at encouraging young people's interest in science, research and space.2017-05-05T17:28:00Z2017-07-11T21:24:00Zhttps://www.kcl.ac.uk/archive/news/lsm/newsrecords/2017/may/a-new-generation-of-scientists.aspxResults from Policy Idol 2017Results from this year's Policy Idol competition.2017-05-05T16:26:00Z2017-07-11T21:27:00Zhttps://www.kcl.ac.uk/archive/news/lsm/newsrecords/2017/may/results-from-policy-idol-2017.aspxWould you notice your professor if they were homeless?A King's student society persuaded one of the Faculty's professors to participate in a social experiment. Find out more about it here, and watch the video.2017-04-28T18:37:00Z2017-07-11T21:10:00Zhttps://www.kcl.ac.uk/archive/news/lsm/newsrecords/2017/april/would-you-notice-your-professor-if-they-were-homeless.aspxFuture Academic Configuration of the Faculty of Life Sciences & MedicineFrom the 1 August 2017, the Faculty of Life Sciences & Medicine will have a new academic and governance structure.2017-04-28T16:02:00Z2017-07-11T21:07:00Zhttps://www.kcl.ac.uk/archive/news/lsm/newsrecords/2017/april/future-academic-configuration-of-the-faculty-of-life-sciences-medicine.aspxPint of Science FestivalAcademics from the Faculty are taking part in this year's Pint of Science Festival.2017-04-28T15:34:00Z2017-07-11T21:09:00Zhttps://www.kcl.ac.uk/archive/news/lsm/newsrecords/2017/april/pint-of-science-festival.aspxChildhood obesity linked to quadrupled risk of developing type 2 diabetesChildren with obesity face four times the risk of developing type 2 diabetes compared to children with a body mass index (BMI) in the normal range, according to a study published in the Journal of the Endocrine Society.2017-04-26T16:05:00Z2017-07-11T21:06:00Zhttps://www.kcl.ac.uk/archive/news/lsm/newsrecords/2017/april/childhood-obesity-linked-to-quadrupled-risk-of-developing-type-2-diabetes.aspxTwin research reveals which facial features are most controlled by geneticsResearch published in Scientific Reports uses computer image and statistical shape analysis to shed light on which parts of the face are most likely to be inherited.2017-04-20T16:45:00Z2017-07-11T21:09:00Zhttps://www.kcl.ac.uk/archive/news/lsm/newsrecords/2017/april/twin-research-reveals-which-facial-features-are-most-controlled-by-genetics.aspxDark chocolate in moderation can have beneficial effects on your healthResearch by Dr Ana Rodriguez-Mateos, Lecturer in Nutrition at King's has shown that cocoa flavanols, found in cocoa and dark chocolate, can have beneficial effects on health.2017-04-13T09:00:00Z2017-07-11T21:07:00Zhttps://www.kcl.ac.uk/archive/news/lsm/newsrecords/2017/april/dark-chocolate-in-moderation-can-have-beneficial-effects-on-your-health.aspxFaculty opening hours for Easter weekendFaculty opening hours over the Easter long weekend 2017.2017-04-12T13:24:00Z2017-07-11T21:07:00Zhttps://www.kcl.ac.uk/archive/news/lsm/newsrecords/2017/april/faculty-opening-hours-for-easter-weekend.aspxHeart attacks diagnosed quicker by new blood testScientists from King's Cardiovascular Division have developed a new blood test that is more sensitive in detecting damaged heart muscle caused by a heart attack.2017-04-06T12:00:00Z2017-07-11T21:08:00Zhttps://www.kcl.ac.uk/archive/news/lsm/newsrecords/2017/april/heart-attacks-diagnosed-quicker-by-new-blood-test.aspxNew programme aims to help Somaliland health workforceKing's Somaliland Partnership new programme 'Prepared for Practice', a grant funded by the Strategic Partnerships for Higher Education Innovation and Reform (SPHEIR) fund.2017-04-03T11:26:00Z2017-07-11T21:08:00Zhttps://www.kcl.ac.uk/archive/news/lsm/newsrecords/2017/april/new-programme-aims-to-help-somaliland-health-workforce.aspxArt and science collide in Anatomy Art ExhibitionWinners announced for this year's Anatomy Art Exhibition.2017-04-03T10:52:00Z2017-07-11T21:06:00Zhttps://www.kcl.ac.uk/archive/news/lsm/newsrecords/2017/art-and-science-collide-in-anatomy-art-exhibition.aspxBuilding a stronger health system in Sierra LeoneAs we approach three years since the first confirmed case of Ebola, the King's Sierra Leone Partnership has produced a series of films that look at the team's work at Connaught Hospital in Sierra Leone.2017-03-31T16:50:00Z2017-07-11T21:22:00Zhttps://www.kcl.ac.uk/archive/news/lsm/newsrecords/2017/march/building-a-stronger-health-system-in-sierra-leone.aspxAlzheimer's Disease linked to the metabolism of unsaturated fats, new research findsA new study published today in PLOS Medicine's Special Issue on Dementia has found that the metabolism of omega-3 and omega-6 unsaturated fatty acids in the brain are associated with the progression of Alzheimer's disease.2017-03-24T12:53:00Z2017-07-11T21:21:00Zhttps://www.kcl.ac.uk/archive/news/lsm/newsrecords/2017/march/alzheimers-disease-linked-to-the-metabolism-of-unsaturated-fats-new-research-finds.aspxNIHR Senior Investigator success for the FacultyThree academic staff from the Faculty of Life Sciences & Medicine have been successful in the National Institute Health Research (NIHR) 2017 Senior Investigator appointments.2017-03-23T14:15:00Z2017-07-11T21:23:00Zhttps://www.kcl.ac.uk/archive/news/lsm/newsrecords/2017/march/nihr-senior-investigator-success-for-the-faculty.aspxNew target treatment for high blood pressureNew more effective treatments for high blood pressure could be possible thanks to the discovery by researchers in the Cardiovascular Division that the nitric oxide that regulates blood pressure is formed in nerves rather than in the walls of blood vessels.2017-03-09T16:58:00Z2017-07-11T21:22:00Zhttps://www.kcl.ac.uk/archive/news/lsm/newsrecords/2017/march/new-target-treatment-for-high-blood-pressure.aspxResearch suggests a new model of chronic diseaseGenes play a key role in determining whether someone experiences multiple chronic diseases, according to new research by King's.2017-02-24T14:55:00Z2017-07-11T21:13:00Zhttps://www.kcl.ac.uk/archive/news/lsm/newsrecords/2017/feb/research-suggests-a-new-model-of-chronic-disease.aspxLaunch of Mission Discovery experimentsScience experiments designed by students from the Mission Discovery Programme held at King's College London in 2016 have been launched into space recently on a journey to the International Space Station.2017-02-23T15:41:00Z2017-07-11T21:11:00Zhttps://www.kcl.ac.uk/archive/news/lsm/newsrecords/2017/feb/launch-of-mission-discovery-experiments.aspxNew research to fill vital knowledge gaps in what causes cancerProfessor David Phillips along with a team of researchers have received £20 million from Cancer Research UK to fill vital knowledge gaps in the environmental and behavioural causes of cancer.2017-02-17T12:04:00Z2017-07-11T21:11:00Zhttps://www.kcl.ac.uk/archive/news/lsm/newsrecords/2017/feb/new-research-to-fill-vital-knowledge-gaps-in-what-causes-cancer.aspxRole of rogue protein PAK4 confirmed in pancreatic cancer cellsA new study that confirms the role of a protein called PAK4 in the movement and growth of pancreatic cancer cells could help researchers find new ways to tackle the disease.2017-02-17T10:00:00Z2017-07-11T21:13:00Zhttps://www.kcl.ac.uk/archive/news/lsm/newsrecords/2017/feb/role-of-rogue-protein-pak4-confirmed-in-pancreatic-cancer-cells.aspxQueen's honour awarded for services to midwifery and women's healthProfessor Jane Sandall from Division of Women's Health received her CBE on Friday 27 January, for services to midwifery and women's health.2017-02-15T16:17:00Z2018-03-20T15:32:00Zhttps://www.kcl.ac.uk/archive/news/lsm/newsrecords/2017/feb/queens-honour-awarded-for-services-to-midwifery-and-womens-health.aspx'Anti-ageing' hormone could unlock new treatments for kidney and heart diseaseA new study by researchers at King's College London has found that patients with diabetes suffering from the early stages of kidney disease have a deficiency of the protective 'anti-ageing' hormone, Klotho.2017-02-15T15:26:00Z2017-07-11T21:10:00Zhttps://www.kcl.ac.uk/archive/news/lsm/newsrecords/2017/feb/anti-ageing-hormone-could-unlock-new-treatments-for-kidney-and-heart-disease.aspxPre-eclampsia deaths are avoidablePregnancy in the UK has never been safer, say scientists from King's College London writing in the latest edition of The Lancet.2017-02-10T13:23:00Z2017-07-11T21:12:00Zhttps://www.kcl.ac.uk/archive/news/lsm/newsrecords/2017/feb/pre-eclampsia-deaths-are-avoidable.aspxStudent campaigner whose work to provide dignity to refugee women in France is awarded 2016 Dr Abbas Khan MedalYasmin Milner has received the 2016 Dr Abbas Khan Medal, in part, due to her Knickers for Dunkirk Campaign.2017-02-09T16:27:00Z2017-07-11T21:14:00Zhttps://www.kcl.ac.uk/archive/news/lsm/newsrecords/2017/feb/student-campaigner.aspxDying at home or in hospital dependent on wealth, location and number of diseasesNew study has found that where people die is more important to them and their families. However it depends on wealth, location and number of diseases.2017-02-01T18:15:00Z2017-07-11T21:11:00Zhttps://www.kcl.ac.uk/archive/news/lsm/newsrecords/2017/feb/dying-at-home-or-in-hospital-dependent-on-wealth-location-and-number-of-diseases.aspxEducation and dignity through underwearFourth year MBBS student, Yasmin Milner has been nominated for the Dr Abbas Khan Medal.2017-01-31T13:43:00Z2017-07-11T21:16:00Zhttps://www.kcl.ac.uk/archive/news/lsm/newsrecords/2017/jan/education-and-dignity-through-underwear.aspx£900,000 raised in one year to help children and refugeesFourth year MBBS student, Naveed Khan, has been nominated for the Dr Abbas Khan Medal.2017-01-26T17:45:00Z2017-07-11T21:15:00Zhttps://www.kcl.ac.uk/archive/news/lsm/newsrecords/2017/jan/900000-raised-in-one-year-to-help-children-and-refugees.aspxProviding maternal healthcare to 200 womenFourth year MBBS student, Faisel Alam, has been nominated for the Dr Abbas Khan Medal.2017-01-26T17:30:00Z2017-07-11T21:18:00Zhttps://www.kcl.ac.uk/archive/news/lsm/newsrecords/2017/jan/providing-maternal-healthcare-to-200-women.aspx£10,000 raised in 2 hours for baby's lifesaving surgeryThird year MBBS student, Mohammad Enam Ahmod, is nominated for the Dr Abbas Khan Medal.2017-01-26T17:00:00Z2017-07-11T21:14:00Zhttps://www.kcl.ac.uk/archive/news/lsm/newsrecords/2017/jan/10000-raised-in-2-hours-for-babys-lifesaving-surgery.aspxNew guide helps public understand role of DNA in criminal investigationsNew guide helps public understand role of DNA in criminal investigations.2017-01-25T14:15:00Z2017-07-11T21:17:00Zhttps://www.kcl.ac.uk/archive/news/lsm/newsrecords/2017/jan/new-guide-helps-public-understand-role-of-dna-in-criminal-investigations.aspxAppointment of Interim Dean of Medical EducationDr Louise Dubras is the Interim Dean of Medical Education for the GKT School of Medical Education.2017-01-23T13:00:00Z2017-07-11T21:15:00Zhttps://www.kcl.ac.uk/archive/news/lsm/newsrecords/2017/jan/appointment-of-interim-dean-of-medical-education.aspxIdentifying faulty valves in the heartResearchers from the Division of Imaging Sciences & Biomedical Engineering at King's have discovered an improved method for measuring the presence of an obstruction when the blood flows out of the heart.2017-01-23T09:46:00Z2017-07-11T21:17:00Zhttps://www.kcl.ac.uk/archive/news/lsm/newsrecords/2017/jan/identifying-faulty-valves-in-the-heart.aspxWhy older mothers face birth complicationsPregnant women over 35 years old are more likely to have complications at birth due to delayed and longer labour stages, according to new research from King's.2017-01-16T14:58:00Z2017-07-11T21:18:00Zhttps://www.kcl.ac.uk/archive/news/lsm/newsrecords/2017/jan/why-older-mothers-face-birth-complications.aspxFaculty recognised in New Year's HonoursFaculty of Life Sciences and Medicine staff have been recognised as part of the 2017 New Year's Honours List.2017-01-10T11:51:00Z2017-07-11T21:16:00Zhttps://www.kcl.ac.uk/archive/news/lsm/newsrecords/2017/jan/faculty-recognised-in-new-years-honours.aspxKing's staff appointed as International Member of the Society of Directors of Research in Medical EducationDr Anne McKee, GKT School of Medical Education's Director of Educational Research and Innovation, has been appointed as an International Member of the Society of Directors of Research in Medical Education.2016-12-21T14:41:00Z2017-07-11T20:16:00Zhttps://www.kcl.ac.uk/archive/news/lsm/newsrecords/2016/dec/international-member-of-the-sdrme.aspxA successful year for the Faculty of Life Sciences & Medicine2016 has been an successful year for the Faculty of Life Sciences & Medicine.2016-12-21T14:41:00Z2017-07-11T20:15:00Zhttps://www.kcl.ac.uk/archive/news/lsm/newsrecords/2016/dec/a-successful-year.aspxProfessor Cath Sackley delivered keynote at new German Society for Physiotherapy ScienceProfessor Cath Sackley tells German Society for Physiotherapy Science that patient centred research is a vital component of world class research.2016-12-19T17:44:00Z2017-07-11T20:17:00Zhttps://www.kcl.ac.uk/archive/news/lsm/newsrecords/2016/dec/professor-cath-sackley-delivered-keynote-at-new-german-society-for-physiotherapy-science.aspxObesity in adolescents increases risk of heart diseaseA new study published today in BMJ Open has found a link between obesity in adolescents and their risk of developing heart disease in early adulthood, regardless of ethnicity.2016-12-15T13:39:00Z2017-07-11T20:17:00Zhttps://www.kcl.ac.uk/archive/news/lsm/newsrecords/2016/dec/obesity-in-adolescents-increases-risk-of-heart-disease.aspxFight the Fads: How our students are removing fear surrounding diets and foodKing's students Elisabeth Cresta, Harriet Smith and Caroline Day founded Fight the Fads to remove the fear and confusion surrounding food and to address and correct misinformation in the media.2016-12-12T17:29:00Z2017-07-11T20:15:00Zhttps://www.kcl.ac.uk/archive/news/lsm/newsrecords/2016/dec/fight-the-fads.aspxWellcome invests £12M in Imaging research at King'sWellcome has today announced that King's has been awarded £12.1m for a Wellcome Trust/EPSRC Centre for Imaging, which will focus on the science and translation of medical imaging and related computational modelling.2016-12-07T09:35:00Z2017-07-11T20:19:00Zhttps://www.kcl.ac.uk/archive/news/lsm/newsrecords/2016/dec/wellcome-invests-12m-in-imaging-research-at-kings.aspxKing's Health Partners awarded Cancer Research UK Centre statusKing's Health Partners, has been awarded Cancer Research UK Centre status following a national competition. This prestigious award is recognition for the excellence of the cancer research across the partnership.2016-12-05T11:31:00Z2017-07-11T20:16:00Zhttps://www.kcl.ac.uk/archive/news/lsm/newsrecords/2016/dec/kings-health-partners-awarded-cancer-research-uk-centre-status.aspxTransCampus Network receives €5million grantThe TransCampus network of researchers from King's and Technische Universität Dresden in Germany has won a €5 million grant for diabetes research.2016-12-02T12:43:00Z2017-07-11T20:18:00Zhttps://www.kcl.ac.uk/archive/news/lsm/newsrecords/2016/dec/transcampus-network-receives-5million-grant.aspxRemembering Professor David GrimwadeProfessor Ellen Solomon writes a tribute to David Grimwade, Professor of Molecular Haematology, who sadly passed away on 17 October 2016.2016-12-01T17:34:00Z2017-07-11T20:18:00Zhttps://www.kcl.ac.uk/archive/news/lsm/newsrecords/2016/dec/remembering-professor-david-grimwade.aspxMedical student awarded Centre for Affective Disorders Award for Outstanding Academic PerformanceFourth year MBBS student Mohammed Bashar has been awarded the Centre for Affective Disorders Award for Outstanding Academic Performance for his MSc in Affective Disorders.2016-11-30T13:52:00Z2017-07-11T20:50:00Zhttps://www.kcl.ac.uk/archive/news/lsm/newsrecords/2016/nov/medical-student-awarded.aspxNew target receptor discovered in the fight against obesityNew research has discovered the essential role that the receptor FFAR2 plays in the success of fermentable carbohydrates – found in foods such as vegetables, fruit, breads, cereals and pasta - in suppressing appetite and preventing obesity.2016-11-25T18:10:00Z2017-07-11T20:50:00Zhttps://www.kcl.ac.uk/archive/news/lsm/newsrecords/2016/nov/new-target-receptor-discovered-in-the-fight-against-obesity.aspxKing's staff awarded the 2017 BSCB Women in Cell Biology Early Career Award MedalDr Victoria Sanz-Moreno PhD from the Faculty's Randall Division of Cell and Molecular Biophysics has been awarded the Women in Cell Biology Early Career Medal by the British Society of Cell Biology.2016-11-23T17:04:00Z2017-07-11T20:49:00Zhttps://www.kcl.ac.uk/archive/news/lsm/newsrecords/2016/nov/king's-staff-awarded-the-2017-bscb-women-in-cell-biology-early-career-award-medal.aspxCryonics and the brain: Professor Clive Coen outlines the risksIn an article published in the winter 2016 edition of the New Humanist, Clive Coen, a Professor of Neuroscience in the Division of Women's Health and Chair of the charity that publishes that magazine, criticises the promises offered by the cryonics industry. He explains why the prospect of storing humans in liquid nitrogen and subsequently reviving them is wishful thinking.2016-11-23T10:52:00Z2018-04-09T10:30:00Zhttps://www.kcl.ac.uk/archive/news/lsm/newsrecords/2016/nov/cryonics-and-the-brain-professor-clive-coen-outlines-the-risks.aspxSeparating the guilty and the innocent: Chemistry World featureLeon Barron and Denise Syndercombe-Court, Division of Analytical & Environmental Sciences have been interviewed by Chemistry World for a feature piece about the importance of Chromatography in forensic science.2016-11-23T10:52:00Z2017-07-11T20:52:00Zhttps://www.kcl.ac.uk/archive/news/lsm/newsrecords/2016/nov/separating-the-guilty-and-the-innocent-chemistry-world-feature.aspxKing's medical alumni named most likely to make a significant contribution to the field of psychiatrySince graduating from GKT School of Medical Education in 2010, Dr Vivek Datta has been prolific in his clinical and scholarly pursuits, garnering numerous awards, most recently the Laughlin Fellowship of the American College of Psychiatrists, awarded annually to the resident psychiatrists deemed most likely to make a significant future contribution to the field of psychiatry.2016-11-21T13:57:00Z2017-07-11T20:47:00Zhttps://www.kcl.ac.uk/archive/news/lsm/newsrecords/2016/nov/kings-medical-alumni-named-most-likely-to-make-a-significant-contribution-to-the-field-of-psychiatry.aspxSmoking a pack a day for a year causes 150 mutations in lung cellsScientists led by the Wellcome Trust Sanger Institute and the Los Alamos National Laboratory, with collaborators at King's, have found that smokers accumulate an average of 150 extra mutations in every lung cell for each year of smoking one packet of cigarettes a day.2016-11-21T12:56:00Z2017-07-11T20:52:00Zhttps://www.kcl.ac.uk/archive/news/lsm/newsrecords/2016/nov/smoking-a-pack-a-day-for-a-year-causes-150-mutations-in-lung-cells.aspxRoyal Society of Biology representatives visit animal research facilities at Guy's CampusEarlier this month Biological Services hosted a visit of Royal Society of Biology (RSB) representatives, who toured the animal research facilities at Guy's Campus. The visit, organised through Understanding Animal Research (UAR), was one of a series aimed at helping to explain to visitors of all ages and levels of understanding, what happens at an animal research facility.2016-11-18T13:37:00Z2017-07-11T20:51:00Zhttps://www.kcl.ac.uk/archive/news/lsm/newsrecords/2016/nov/royal-society-of-biology-representatives-visit-animal-research-facilities-at-guys-campus.aspxKing's PhD student takes part in live chat with Tim PeakeJulia Attias, a student studying for a PhD in Space Physiology in the Centre of Human & Aerospace Physiological Sciences (CHAPS), has taken part in a live chat with British astronaut Tim Peake, as part of 'I'm An Astronaut, Get Me Out Of Here!', a free activity that lets school students meet and interact online with the team behind a human space mission.2016-11-17T13:50:00Z2017-07-11T20:48:00Zhttps://www.kcl.ac.uk/archive/news/lsm/newsrecords/2016/nov/kings-phd-student-takes-part-in-live-chat-with-tim-peake.aspxCrick Institute receives royal seal of approvalEurope's largest biomedical research centre under one roof- the Francis Crick Institute was officially opened by HRH The Queen today.2016-11-17T12:58:00Z2017-07-11T20:46:00Zhttps://www.kcl.ac.uk/archive/news/lsm/newsrecords/2016/nov/crick-institute-receives-royal-seal-of-approval.aspxLink between DNA and chronic widespread joint painScientists in the Division of Genetics & Molecular Medicine have found a link between changes in marks on the outside of DNA (epigenetics) and chronic widespread joint pain, one of the main symptoms of fibromyalgia.2016-11-17T12:58:00Z2017-07-11T20:50:00Zhttps://www.kcl.ac.uk/archive/news/lsm/newsrecords/2016/nov/link-between-dna-and-chronic-widespread-joint-pain.aspxChampioning the Public's HealthWatch as King's staff and students talk of how important public health education is and how we are equipping the next generation of doctors.2016-11-15T13:52:00Z2017-07-11T20:45:00Zhttps://www.kcl.ac.uk/archive/news/lsm/newsrecords/2016/nov/championing-the-publics-health.aspxKing's medical student will represent London at the RCSEd National Student Surgical Skills Competition Grand FinalCurrent medical student, Jack Gao, won the London heat of The Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh Surgical Skills Competition and will now represent all of London at the Grand Final competition in February 2017.2016-11-15T13:50:00Z2017-07-11T20:47:00Zhttps://www.kcl.ac.uk/archive/news/lsm/newsrecords/2016/nov/king's-medical-student-will-represent-london-and-compete-at-the-rcsed-national-student-surgical-skills-competition-grand-final.aspx100% student satisfaction for Molecular Genetics BScFinal year undergraduate students who took part in the National Student Survey (NSS) in 2016 gave Molecular Genetics a 100% overall satisfaction rate.2016-11-09T18:55:00Z2017-07-11T08:02:00Zhttps://www.kcl.ac.uk/archive/news/lsm/newsrecords/newsrecords/2016/100-percent-student-satisfaction-for-molecular-genetics-bsc.aspxDuke of York opens new Institute of Hepatology at Denmark HillThe Institute of Hepatology, which is affiliated with King's College Hospital and King's College London, is an independent research organisation funded by the Foundation for Liver Research. It has relocated to Denmark Hill to enhance opportunities for close work with the clinical service at the hospital, which is a centre of excellence for liver conditions.2016-11-04T10:46:00Z2017-07-11T20:54:00Zhttps://www.kcl.ac.uk/archive/news/lsm/newsrecords/2016/oct/duke-of-york-opens-new-institute-of-hepatology-at-denmark-hill.aspxSleep deprivation may cause people to eat more caloriesSleep deprivation may result in people consuming more calories during the following day, according to a systematic review and meta-analysis led by researchers in the Division of Diabetes & Nutritional Sciences.2016-11-04T09:19:00Z2017-07-11T20:52:00Zhttps://www.kcl.ac.uk/archive/news/lsm/newsrecords/2016/nov/sleep-deprivation-may-cause-people-to-eat-more-calories.aspxThe global burden of cancerAuthors of a new three-paper Series published in The Lancet say that country-led efforts to tackle breast, cervical, and other women's cancers in LMICs have so far been woefully inadequate and call for international efforts to end preventable deaths from breast and cervical cancer.2016-11-04T09:18:00Z2017-07-11T20:47:00Zhttps://www.kcl.ac.uk/archive/news/lsm/newsrecords/2016/nov/global-burden-of-cancer.aspxPromising target for triple-negative breast cancersScientists have identified a molecule crucial to the growth of 'triple-negative' breast cancers that they believe could now be targeted by drugs to help treat patients resistant to chemotherapy.2016-11-04T09:01:00Z2017-07-11T20:57:00Zhttps://www.kcl.ac.uk/archive/news/lsm/newsrecords/2016/oct/promising-target-for-triple-negative-breast-cancers.aspxGo-ahead given for two King's overseas projectsKing's College London is to lead two innovative new projects supporting overseas higher education, including programmes for Syrian refugees and the health workforce in Somaliliand, following confirmation of major government grants.2016-11-04T09:01:00Z2017-07-11T20:55:00Zhttps://www.kcl.ac.uk/archive/news/lsm/newsrecords/2016/oct/go-ahead-given-for-two-kings-overseas-projects.aspxKing's medical student wins three prizes and is nominated to attend Lindau Nobel Laureate meeting due to significant research contributionsFourth year medical student, Jack Kingdon, has been awarded three prizes and received a nomination to attend Lindau Nobel Laureate meeting off the back of his contribution to new research looking at a link between DVT and atherosclerosis.2016-11-02T13:03:00Z2017-07-11T20:48:00Zhttps://www.kcl.ac.uk/archive/news/lsm/newsrecords/2016/nov/kings-medical-student-wins-three-prizes-and-is-nominated-to-attend-lindau-nobel-laureate-meeting.aspxWidening access to the medical professionUniversity's UK have worked with staff in the GKT School of Medical Education to produce a video on the Extended Medical Degree Programme (EMDP) at King's College London.2016-10-17T14:34:00Z2017-07-11T20:57:00Zhttps://www.kcl.ac.uk/archive/news/lsm/newsrecords/2016/oct/widening-access-to-the-medical-profession.aspxPreventing child obesity in the next generationThe key to preventing obesity in future generations is to make (their) parents healthier before they conceive, leading health researchers suggest.2016-10-17T12:38:00Z2017-07-11T20:56:00Zhttps://www.kcl.ac.uk/archive/news/lsm/newsrecords/2016/oct/preventing-child-obesity-in-the-next-generation.aspxLink between obese mothers and children's high blood pressureExposure of babies to high levels of the 'fullness' hormone, leptin, in the womb irreversibly activates receptors in the brain that regulate blood pressure, according to a new study by researchers from the Division of Women's Health, part-funded by the British Heart Foundation.2016-10-17T12:38:00Z2017-07-11T20:55:00Zhttps://www.kcl.ac.uk/archive/news/lsm/newsrecords/2016/oct/link-between-obese-mothers-and-childrens-high-blood-pressure.aspxNew study shows role of protein in rheumatoid arthritis susceptibilityA new study conducted by researchers in the Faculty and funded by Arthritis UK has shed light on how a genetic mutation in the protein that affects T cell responsiveness (PTPN22) could play a key role in the development of rheumatoid arthritis.2016-10-12T11:42:00Z2017-07-11T20:56:00Zhttps://www.kcl.ac.uk/archive/news/lsm/newsrecords/2016/oct/new-study-shows-role-of-protein-in-rheumatoid-arthritis-susceptibility.aspxAda Lovelace Day: voices from the FacultyAda Lovelace Day (ALD) is an international celebration day of the achievements of women in science, technology, engineering and maths (STEM). To mark ALD, we asked some of our staff in the Faculty, to explain why supporting women in STEM matters and why it is important to them.2016-10-10T17:43:00Z2017-07-11T20:53:00Zhttps://www.kcl.ac.uk/archive/news/lsm/newsrecords/2016/oct/ada-lovelace-day-voices-from-the-faculty.aspxBlack History Month: voices from the FacultyBlack History Month (BHM) has been widely celebrated from 1st - 31st October each year. It is a time to mark the contributions, culture, history and achievements of black people in the UK and the diaspora.To mark BHM, we asked some of our students and staff in the Faculty, to explain why it matters and why it is important to them.2016-10-10T17:27:00Z2017-07-11T20:54:00Zhttps://www.kcl.ac.uk/archive/news/lsm/newsrecords/2016/oct/black-history-month-voices-from-the-faculty.aspxFurther Athena SWAN success for the FacultyThe Faculty is delighted to announce that three Divisions have been granted Athena SWAN Silver awards by the Equality Challenge Unit. These Divisions are Diabetes & Nutritional Sciences, Randall Division of Cell and Molecular Biophysics and The Cicely Saunders Institute of Palliative Care and Rehabilitation.2016-10-06T12:08:00Z2017-07-11T20:55:00Zhttps://www.kcl.ac.uk/archive/news/lsm/newsrecords/2016/oct/further-athena-swan-success-for-the-faculty.aspx#AskPollution - Twitter Q&AExperts on air quality from the Environmental Research Group will be taking over the King's College London Twitter feed @KingsCollegeLon on Thursday 06 October 2016 for two hours from midday to answer questions on air pollution and air quality science.2016-10-04T17:26:00Z2017-07-11T20:53:00Zhttps://www.kcl.ac.uk/archive/news/lsm/newsrecords/2016/oct/askpollution.aspx#AskPollution - Twitter Q&AExperts on air quality from the Environmental Research Group will be taking over the King's College London Twitter feed @KingsCollegeLon on Thursday 06 October 2016 for two hours from midday to answer questions on air pollution and air quality science.2016-09-30T17:56:00Z2017-07-11T20:59:00Zhttps://www.kcl.ac.uk/archive/news/lsm/newsrecords/2016/sep/askpollution.aspxAcne sufferers' cells may be protected against ageingScientists at King's College London have found that people who have previously suffered from acne are likely to have longer telomeres (the protective repeated nucleotides found at the end of chromosomes) in their white blood cells, meaning their cells could be better protected against ageing.2016-09-30T17:56:00Z2017-07-11T20:59:00Zhttps://www.kcl.ac.uk/archive/news/lsm/newsrecords/2016/sep/acne-sufferers-cells-may-be-protected-against-ageing.aspxStudy finds link between faecal bacteria and body fatResearchers in the Division of Genetics & Molecular Medicine have found a new link between the diversity of bacteria in human poo – known as the human faecal microbiome - and levels of abdominal body fat.2016-09-27T11:43:00Z2017-07-11T21:04:00Zhttps://www.kcl.ac.uk/archive/news/lsm/newsrecords/2016/sep/study-finds-link-between-faecal-bacteria-and-body-fat.aspxWishing our MBBS students good luck in their final year of studiesIn 281 days our MBBS students will be doctors. Watch as colleagues across King's wish them well for their final year.2016-09-27T11:43:00Z2017-07-11T21:05:00Zhttps://www.kcl.ac.uk/archive/news/lsm/newsrecords/2016/sep/wishing-our-mbbs-students-good-luck-in-their-final-year-of-studies.aspx£160 million Cancer Centre opens at Guy's HospitalA new £160 million Cancer Centre at Guy's Hospital, which has been designed by patients for patients, opened on 26 September.2016-09-27T11:27:00Z2017-07-11T20:58:00Zhttps://www.kcl.ac.uk/archive/news/lsm/newsrecords/2016/sep/£160-million-cancer-centre-opens-at-guys-hospital.aspxHospital still the most common place of death for children with cancerAlthough the number of children and young people with cancer dying in hospices has risen over the past two decades, the most common place of death remains hospitals followed by home, according to a study led by the Cicely Saunders Institute of Palliative Care, Policy & Rehabilitation.2016-09-26T12:40:00Z2017-07-11T21:01:00Zhttps://www.kcl.ac.uk/archive/news/lsm/newsrecords/2016/sep/hospital-still-the-most-common-place-of-death-for-children-with-cancer.aspxUnilever Framework AgreementUnilever, one of the world's largest consumer goods companies, and King's College London have signed a Framework Agreement to formalise their long-term partnership2016-09-26T12:40:00Z2017-07-11T21:05:00Zhttps://www.kcl.ac.uk/archive/news/lsm/newsrecords/2016/sep/unilever-and-kings-have-signed-a-framework-agreement.aspxKing's Medical student named as one of London's most influential peopleNaveed Khan, a current GKT School of Medical Education student, has been named as one of the most influential people in London by the Evening Standard.2016-09-20T14:32:00Z2017-07-11T21:03:00Zhttps://www.kcl.ac.uk/archive/news/lsm/newsrecords/2016/sep/kings-medical-student-named-as-one-of-londons-most-influential-people.aspxFunding for new immunotherapy companyA new immunotherapy company, founded on pioneering work by researchers at King's College London and the Francis Crick Institute, has received seed funding from Abingworth, the international investment group dedicated to life sciences. The company has also received support from Cancer Research Technology (CRT), King's College London and the Francis Crick Institute.2016-09-20T11:26:00Z2017-07-11T21:00:00Zhttps://www.kcl.ac.uk/archive/news/lsm/newsrecords/2016/sep/funding-for-new-immunotherapy-company.aspxFaculty staff, student and alumnus all named as London's most influential peopleProfessor Frank Kelly who holds the chair in Environmental Health, Naveed Khan current medical student and Dr Oliver Johnson King's alumnus and former Programme Director of the King's Sierra Leone Partnership all named by the Evening Standard as the most influential people in London for 2016.2016-09-16T12:32:00Z2017-07-11T20:59:00Zhttps://www.kcl.ac.uk/archive/news/lsm/newsrecords/2016/sep/faculty-staff,-student-and-alumnus-all-named-as-londons-most-influential-people.aspxNIHR BRC at Guy's and St Thomas' and King's Funding SuccessThe National Institute for Health Research (NIHR) has awarded Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust and King's College London £64.4 million over five years so their Biomedical Research Centre can continue its ground breaking research into innovative new treatments for patients.2016-09-14T11:19:00Z2017-07-11T21:04:00Zhttps://www.kcl.ac.uk/archive/news/lsm/newsrecords/2016/sep/nihr-funding-success.aspxLondon air pollution policies are starting to have impact, but more work to be doneNew research by scientists in the Analytical & Environmental Sciences Division suggests that air pollution from London's roads is improving overall but more work may be needed to tackle some sources of traffic pollution, which continue to breach limits in many parts of the city.2016-09-12T11:49:00Z2017-07-11T21:03:00Zhttps://www.kcl.ac.uk/archive/news/lsm/newsrecords/2016/sep/london-air-pollution-policies-are-starting-to-have-impact,-but-more-work-to-be-done.aspxHow do you test athletes for doping?In this video Richard Caldwell, Senior Analyst and Laboratory Manager in the Drug Control Centre, discusses how the laboratory conducts its anti-doping tests for prohibited substances.2016-09-12T11:49:00Z2017-07-11T21:02:00Zhttps://www.kcl.ac.uk/archive/news/lsm/newsrecords/2016/sep/how-do-you-test-athletes-for-doping.aspxKing's bestows the highest honour possible to Physiotherapy studentFaculty of Life Sciences and Medicine student, George Noorland, was awarded the Jelf Medal at his graduation ceremony in July 2016.2016-09-09T13:02:00Z2017-07-11T21:02:00Zhttps://www.kcl.ac.uk/archive/news/lsm/newsrecords/2016/sep/kings-bestows-the-highest-honour-possible-to-physiotherapy-student.aspxHead of Division of Genetics & Molecular MedicineThe Faculty is delighted to announce that Professor Juha Kere has joined King's as Professor of Genetics & Molecular Medicine and will take on leadership of the Division from January 2018.2016-09-09T10:29:00Z2017-07-11T21:01:00Zhttps://www.kcl.ac.uk/archive/news/lsm/newsrecords/2016/sep/head-of-division-of-genetics-and-molecular-medicine.aspxScience begins in the CrickThe first scientists have moved into the new £650 million Francis Crick Institute building in London and are starting work in their purpose-built labs. Next to St Pancras station and the British Library, the Crick will be the biggest biomedical research institute under one roof in Europe. Four scientists from the Faculty of Life Sciences & Medicine have been seconded to the Crick and will be moving in over the coming months.2016-09-05T14:50:00Z2017-07-11T21:04:00Zhttps://www.kcl.ac.uk/archive/news/lsm/newsrecords/2016/sep/science-begins-in-the-new-francis-crick-institute-building.aspxFaculty affiliate wins International Fellowship Award for research into women's reproductive healthLucy November, an affiliate of the Division of Women's Health has been awarded an International Fellowship Award for research into contributing factors that put younger woman in Sierra Leone at risk of maternal mortality.2016-08-31T17:06:00Z2017-07-11T20:13:00Zhttps://www.kcl.ac.uk/archive/news/lsm/newsrecords/2016/aug/faculty-affiliate-wins-international-fellowship-award-for-research-into-womens-reproductive-health-.aspxNew programme set to start transforming healthcare for children and young people190,000 children and young people in the London boroughs of Lambeth and Southwark will see their local health services transformed by an innovative change programme funded by Guy's and St Thomas' Charity and delivered in partnership with King's College London.2016-08-26T16:49:00Z2017-07-11T20:15:00Zhttps://www.kcl.ac.uk/archive/news/lsm/newsrecords/2016/aug/new-programme-set-to-start-transforming-healthcare-for-children-and-young-people.aspxHow Cell Nuclei Squeeze into Tight SpacesAs cells move throughout our bodies, they often have to squeeze through tight nooks and crannies in their environment, reliably springing back to their original shape. The structures involved in this process are still a mystery, but researchers in the Randall Division of Cell & Molecular Biophysics have found one protein responsible for giving a cell's nucleus its durable, deformable nature. These results may explain the invasiveness of certain cancer cells. The findings have been published in the journal Developmental Cell.2016-08-23T17:13:00Z2017-07-11T20:14:00Zhttps://www.kcl.ac.uk/archive/news/lsm/newsrecords/2016/aug/how-cell-nuclei-squeeze-into-tight-spaces.aspxForensic study of 'mutineer' pigtailsTen pigtails of hair thought to be from seven mutineers of "Mutiny on the Bounty" fame and three of their female Polynesian companions will be analysed in a new collaboration between the Pitcairn Islands Study Centre at Pacific Union College (California, US) and the forensic DNA group in the Faculty of Life Sciences & Medicine.2016-08-23T11:37:00Z2017-07-11T20:14:00Zhttps://www.kcl.ac.uk/archive/news/lsm/newsrecords/2016/aug/forensic-study-of-mutineer-pigtails.aspxClass of 2016 say thank youThe GKT School of Medical Education's Class of 2016 graduated in July, marking the end of another great year for the School. Graduating students passed on their own thanks to all colleagues who supported them throughout their time at King's in a video message.2016-08-01T14:06:00Z2017-07-11T20:28:00Zhttps://www.kcl.ac.uk/archive/news/lsm/newsrecords/2016/jul/class-of-2016-say-thank-you.aspxProfessor Janice Rymer elected a Vice President of the Royal College of Obstetricians and GynaecologistsProfessor Janice Rymer from the GKT School of Medical Education and Division of Women's Health, has been elected as one of the five new Vice-Presidents of the Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists.2016-08-01T09:52:00Z2017-07-11T20:30:00Zhttps://www.kcl.ac.uk/archive/news/lsm/newsrecords/2016/jul/professor-janice-rymer-elected-a-vice-president-of-the-royal-college-of-obstetricians-and-gynaecologists.aspxBlood disorders cost €23 billion to European economyHealthcare costs per patient with blood cancers are two times higher than average cancer costs, due to long hospital stays and complex treatment and diagnosis.2016-07-29T17:10:00Z2017-07-11T20:27:00Zhttps://www.kcl.ac.uk/archive/news/lsm/newsrecords/2016/jul/blood-disorders-cost-23-billion-to-european-economy.aspxDr Susan Duty awarded BPS prize for teachingDr Susan Duty has been recognised with the British Pharmacological Society Rang Prize for Pharmacology Teaching 2016, which rewards an individual who has made a significant contribution to Pharmacology teaching over the past 5 years.2016-07-18T12:24:00Z2017-07-11T08:04:00Zhttps://www.kcl.ac.uk/archive/news/lsm/newsrecords/newsrecords/2016/dr-susan-duty-awarded-bps-prize-for-teaching.aspxGlobal Lung Cancer coalition calls for rapid increase in funding to address lack of lung cancer researchGlobal Lung Cancer Coalition calls for rapid increase in funding to address lack of lung cancer research2016-07-11T14:36:00Z2017-07-11T20:29:00Zhttps://www.kcl.ac.uk/archive/news/lsm/newsrecords/2016/jul/global-lung-cancer-coalition-calls-for-rapid-increase-in-funding-to-address-lack-of-lung-cancer-research.aspxGenetic mutations linked to cases of multiple bowel tumoursResearchers have identified genetic mutations affecting the immune system which may lead to the development of more than one bowel tumour at the same time. Understanding how these cancers develop could improve targeting of therapies, according to the study published in Nature Communications.2016-07-11T14:36:00Z2017-07-11T20:28:00Zhttps://www.kcl.ac.uk/archive/news/lsm/newsrecords/2016/jul/genetic-mutations-linked-to-rare-cases-of-multiple-bowel-tumours.aspxImaging technique could help focus breast cancer treatmentImaging technique could help focus breast cancer treatment article2016-07-11T12:44:00Z2017-07-11T20:29:00Zhttps://www.kcl.ac.uk/archive/news/lsm/newsrecords/2016/jul/imaging-technique-could-help-focus-breast-cancer-treatment.aspxCicely Saunders article - now in most cited in Lancet papersNews story included in the Lancet 'most cited' list2016-07-08T09:54:00Z2017-07-11T20:29:00Zhttps://www.kcl.ac.uk/archive/news/lsm/newsrecords/2016/jul/our-article-now-in-most-cited-in-lancet-papers.aspxStudy on safety of prescribing fewer antibioticsA new study has found that reducing antibiotic prescribing for respiratory tract infections - such as coughs, colds, sore throats and ear infections - is not linked to an increase in the most serious bacterial complications, such as bacterial meningitis. The study, published in the BMJ, investigated whether reducing antibiotic prescribing for people attending their GP with respiratory tract infections could have an effect on safety.2016-07-05T16:04:00Z2017-07-11T20:30:00Zhttps://www.kcl.ac.uk/archive/news/lsm/newsrecords/2016/jul/study-investigates-safety-of-prescribing-fewer-antibiotics.aspxProfessor Stuart Carney is awarded the Royal College of Psychiatrists President's MedalProfessor Stuart Carney is awarded the Royal College of Psychiatrists President's Medal2016-07-05T10:01:00Z2017-07-11T20:27:00Zhttps://www.kcl.ac.uk/archive/news/lsm/newsrecords/2016/jul/carney-royal-college-of-psychiatrists-presidents-medal.aspxIs 'when we eat' as important as 'what we eat'?In a review of research on the effect of meal patterns on health, the few studies available suggest that eating irregularly is linked to a higher risk of metabolic syndrome (high blood pressure, type 2 diabetes and obesity). The limited evidence highlights the need for larger scale studies to better understand the impact of chrono-nutrition on public health, argue the authors of two new papers.2016-06-27T13:35:00Z2017-07-11T20:34:00Zhttps://www.kcl.ac.uk/archive/news/lsm/newsrecords/2016/jun/is-when-we-eat-as-important-as-what-we-eat.aspxDr Christine Patch to be next President of European Society of Human GeneticsDr Christine Patch has been named as the next President of the European Society of Human Genetics (ESHG). The appointment was announced at the Society's annual conference, held at the end of May in Barcelona. Dr Patch is the first Consultant Genetic Counsellor and the first nurse to hold this position.2016-06-24T14:40:00Z2017-07-11T20:32:00Zhttps://www.kcl.ac.uk/archive/news/lsm/newsrecords/2016/jun/dr-christine-patch-to-be-next-president-of-european-society-of-human-genetics.aspxPromotions success for the Faculty of Life Sciences & MedicineThe Faculty is pleased to announce the staff who have been successful in this year's academic promotions round.2016-06-17T11:33:00Z2018-06-26T15:59:00Zhttps://www.kcl.ac.uk/archive/news/lsm/newsrecords/2016/jun/promotions-success-for-the-faculty-of-life-sciences-&-medicine.aspxGKT student wins place on Fulbright student leaders programmeGKT Medical student, Ahmed Kerwan, has received a Prestigious place on a Fulbright Study of the US Institute (SUSI) for Student Leaders to the US, to study at the University of Tennessee at Chattoonga this summer.2016-06-15T15:39:00Z2017-07-11T20:33:00Zhttps://www.kcl.ac.uk/archive/news/lsm/newsrecords/2016/jun/gkt-student-wins-place-on-fulbright-student-leaders-programme.aspxFaculty Staff Recognised in Queen's Birthday Honours 2016A number of staff from the Faculty of Life Sciences & Medicine and King's Health Partners have been recognised in the Queen's Birthday Honours this year.2016-06-13T17:37:00Z2017-07-11T20:32:00Zhttps://www.kcl.ac.uk/archive/news/lsm/newsrecords/2016/jun/faculty-staff-recognised-in-queens-birthday-honours-2016.aspxReverse frailty through rehabilitationOne in four patients with COPD referred for exercise rehabilitation are frail, but nevertheless can respond favourably to rehabilitation and their frailty can be reversed, finds a new study led by the Cicely Saunders Institute and Royal Brompton & Harefield NHS Foundation Trust.2016-06-13T17:37:00Z2017-07-11T20:36:00Zhttps://www.kcl.ac.uk/archive/news/lsm/newsrecords/2016/jun/reverse-frailty-through-rehabiliation.aspxCutting edge technology set to benefit pacemaker patientsA hi-tech improvement to the surgical implantation of pacemakers into patients with heart failure is being pioneered by specialists at Guy's and St Thomas' using software developed by clinicians and engineers in the Division of Imaging Sciences & Biomedical Engineering.2016-06-13T17:26:00Z2017-07-11T20:31:00Zhttps://www.kcl.ac.uk/archive/news/lsm/newsrecords/2016/jun/cutting-edge-technology-set-to-benefit-pacemaker-patients.aspxPeanut allergy prevention strategy does not impact breastfeeding or nutrition, study showsIntroducing peanut-containing foods during infancy as a peanut allergy prevention strategy does not compromise the duration of breastfeeding or affect children's growth and nutritional intakes, new findings show.2016-06-13T17:26:00Z2017-07-11T20:35:00Zhttps://www.kcl.ac.uk/archive/news/lsm/newsrecords/2016/jun/peanut-allergy-prevention-strategy-does-not-impact-breastfeeding-or-nutrition.aspxPeople with significant heart disease less able to cope with mental stressMental stress could put heart disease patients at increased risk of a dangerous event, such as a heart attack, according to research carried out in the Cardiovascular Division and St Thomas' Hospital, and presented at the British Cardiovascular Society (BCS) Conference in Manchester today (1).2016-06-13T17:26:00Z2017-07-11T20:35:00Zhttps://www.kcl.ac.uk/archive/news/lsm/newsrecords/2016/jun/people-with-significant-heart-disease-less-able-to-cope-with-mental-stress.aspxDr Wendy Hall awarded Nutrition Society MedalDr Wendy Hall, a Senior Lecturer in the Division of Diabetes & Nutritional Sciences, has been awarded a silver medal by the Nutrition Society for scientific exellence in her field.2016-06-06T11:59:00Z2017-07-11T20:32:00Zhttps://www.kcl.ac.uk/archive/news/lsm/newsrecords/2016/jun/dr-wendy-hall-awarded-nutrition-society-medal.aspxImpact of global economic crisis on cancer deathsUnemployment and reduced public-sector health spending following the 2008 global economic crisis were associated with increased cancer mortality, according to a new study led by academics at King's College London and Imperial College London.2016-05-31T17:14:00Z2017-07-11T20:44:00Zhttps://www.kcl.ac.uk/archive/news/lsm/newsrecords/2016/may/impact-of-global-economic-crisis-on-cancer-deaths.aspxFaculty staff recognised for Teaching ExcellenceTeaching staff from the School of Bioscience Education and the GKT School of Medical Education in the Faculty of Life Sciences & Medicine have won King's Teaching Excellence Awards for their contributions to taught education at the university.2016-05-31T17:00:00Z2017-07-11T20:43:00Zhttps://www.kcl.ac.uk/archive/news/lsm/newsrecords/2016/may/faculty-staff-recognised-for-teaching-excellence.aspxSchool of Bioscience Education staff recognised for Teaching ExcellenceFive members of teaching staff from the School of Bioscience Education in the Faculty of Life Sciences & Medicine have won King's Teaching Excellence Awards for their contributions to taught education at the university. The awards give students the opportunity to recognise staff from each Faculty who have stood out for them as exceptional in their teaching and support.2016-05-25T11:41:00Z2017-07-11T08:05:00Zhttps://www.kcl.ac.uk/archive/news/lsm/newsrecords/newsrecords/2016/school-of-bioscience-education-staff-recognised-for-teaching-excellence.aspxDiabetes patients should be offered option of metabolic surgeryIn a joint statement endorsed by 45 international organizations published in the journal Diabetes Care, diabetes clinicians and researchers are calling for metabolic surgery to be recommended or considered as a treatment option for some people with Type 2 diabetes.2016-05-24T17:25:00Z2017-07-11T20:43:00Zhttps://www.kcl.ac.uk/archive/news/lsm/newsrecords/2016/may/diabetes-patients-should-be-offered-metabolic-surgery-if-suitable.aspxNo link between eating dinner after 8pm and obesity in childrenResearchers in the Division of Diabetes & Nutritional Sciences at King's College London have found no significant link between eating the evening meal after 8pm and excess weight in children, according to a paper published this month in the British Journal of Nutrition.2016-05-23T13:34:00Z2017-07-11T20:45:00Zhttps://www.kcl.ac.uk/archive/news/lsm/newsrecords/2016/may/no-link-between-eating-dinner-after-8pm-and-obesity-in-children.aspxHard water linked to risk of eczema in infantsHigh levels of water hardness in the home may be linked to the development of eczema early in life, according to a new study led by the St John's Institute of Dermatology.2016-05-23T13:34:00Z2017-07-11T20:44:00Zhttps://www.kcl.ac.uk/archive/news/lsm/newsrecords/2016/may/hard-water-linked-to-risk-of-eczema-in-infants.aspxLink between weekend hospital staffing and patient deaths represents 'major oversimplification'The 'weekend effect' – that patients admitted to hospital over the weekend are at an increased risk of death – overshadows a much more complex pattern of weekly changes in quality of care, which are unlikely to be addressed by simply increasing the availability of hospital doctors on Saturdays and Sundays, according a study published in The Lancet.2016-05-16T09:52:00Z2017-07-11T20:44:00Zhttps://www.kcl.ac.uk/archive/news/lsm/newsrecords/2016/may/link-between-weekend-hospital-staffing-and-patient-deaths-represents-major-oversimplification.aspxStiffening of arteries detected in young adultsStiffening of the arteries usually related to aging can be detected in early adulthood using a method known as pulse wave velocity, according to a new study. Alongside a lack of physical activity, stresses such as perceived racism were also associated with stiffening of the arteries of the 21-23 year-olds who took part in the multi-ethnic study.2016-05-09T09:28:00Z2017-07-11T20:13:00Zhttps://www.kcl.ac.uk/archive/news/lsm/newsrecords/2016/apr/stiffening-of-arteries-detected-in-young-adults.aspxMore Athena SWAN success for the FacultyThe Faculty is delighted to announce that three Divisions have been granted Athena SWAN Silver awards by the Equality Challenge Unit. These Divisions are Genetics & Molecular Medicine; Imaging Sciences & Biomedical Engineering; and Transplantation Immunology & Mucosal Biology.2016-05-03T11:15:00Z2017-07-11T20:11:00Zhttps://www.kcl.ac.uk/archive/news/lsm/newsrecords/2016/apr/more-athena-swan-success-for-the-faculty.aspxProfessor Adrian Hayday elected to the fellowship of the Royal SocietyProfessor Adrian Hayday from the Division of Immunology, Infection & Inflammatory Disease in the Faculty, has been elected to the fellowship of the Royal Society, the UK's national academy of science. 50 Fellows are elected each year in recognition of their exceptional contributions to science, engineering and medicine.2016-05-03T09:18:00Z2017-07-11T20:12:00Zhttps://www.kcl.ac.uk/archive/news/lsm/newsrecords/2016/apr/professor-adrian-hayday-elected-to-the-fellowship-of-the-royal-society.aspxFirst awardees of the new Springboard scheme announcedDr Samantha Terry in the Division of Imaging Sciences & Biomedical Engineering is among the first awardees of the Academy of Medical Sciences Springboard scheme, set up to support researchers on their path to research independence.2016-04-29T15:32:00Z2017-07-11T20:10:00Zhttps://www.kcl.ac.uk/archive/news/lsm/newsrecords/2016/apr/first-awardees-of-the-new-springboard-scheme-announced.aspxMission Discovery ExperimentsScience experiments designed by pupils from the Mission Discovery Programme held at King's College London in 2013 and 2014 have been launched into space from Cape Canaveral Air Force Station in Florida, on a journey to the International Space Station.2016-04-29T15:32:00Z2017-07-11T20:11:00Zhttps://www.kcl.ac.uk/archive/news/lsm/newsrecords/2016/apr/mission-discovery-experiments.aspxFellows elected to the Academy of Medical SciencesThree academics from the Faculty of Life Sciences & Medicine are among the 47 new Fellows elected to the Academy of Medical Sciences: Professor Graham Lord from the Division of Transplantation Immunology & Mucosal Biology, Professor Kinya Otsu from the Cardiovascular Division and Professor Tim Spector from the Centre of Twin Research in the Division of Genetics & Molecular Medicine.2016-04-29T15:20:00Z2017-07-11T20:08:00Zhttps://www.kcl.ac.uk/archive/news/lsm/newsrecords/2016/apr/fellows-elected-to-the-academy-of-medical-sciences.aspxMammography screening questionedA study by the Division of Cancer Studies and the International Prevention Research Institute in Lyon, confirms the likelihood of a substantial overestimation of the health benefits of mammography screening.2016-04-25T10:08:00Z2017-07-11T20:10:00Zhttps://www.kcl.ac.uk/archive/news/lsm/newsrecords/2016/apr/mammography-screening-questioned.aspxMenstruation in spaceflight: Options for astronautsA new paper in the journal npj Microgravity written by authors at the Centre of Human and Aerospace Physiological Sciences (CHAPS) and Baylor College of Medicine, explores the options for astronauts who want to prevent menstrual bleeding during their space missions.2016-04-25T10:08:00Z2017-07-11T20:10:00Zhttps://www.kcl.ac.uk/archive/news/lsm/newsrecords/2016/apr/menstruation-in-spaceflight-options-for-astronauts.aspxReport highlights importance of continuity in midwifery careResearchers from the Division of Women's Health and Green Templeton College, Oxford have published a report that highlights the benefits to women of receiving continuity of care from a midwife or midwife team they know, rather than medical-led or shared care.2016-04-22T16:22:00Z2017-07-11T20:12:00Zhttps://www.kcl.ac.uk/archive/news/lsm/newsrecords/2016/apr/report-highlights-importance-of-continuity-in-midwifery-care.aspxFaculty rises in QS Subject RankingsMedicine has risen four places to 21 (5th in the UK) and Pharmacy and Pharmacology has risen from 12th to 4th place in the world (3rd in UK) QS World University Rankings by Subject announced in March 2016.2016-03-30T09:48:00Z2017-07-11T20:38:00Zhttps://www.kcl.ac.uk/archive/news/lsm/newsrecords/2016/mar/faculty-rises-in-qs-subject-rankings.aspxEating polyunsaturated fats linked to slowing diabetes progress for someResearch led by Dr Nicola Guess from the Division of Diabetes & Nutritional Sciences has found that replacing saturated fat in the diet with polyunsaturated fat, found in foods such as vegetable oils or nuts, is linked to slower progress of type 2 diabetes in people with prediabetes whose muscles do not take up glucose properly.2016-03-29T11:46:00Z2017-07-11T20:38:00Zhttps://www.kcl.ac.uk/archive/news/lsm/newsrecords/2016/mar/eating-polyunsaturated-fats-linked-to-slowing-diabetes-progress-for-some.aspxNew immunotherapy trial for Type 1 diabetesThe search for a treatment for Type 1 diabetes (T1D) - which affects over 400,000 people in the UK – will be stepped up with the start of a new phase one clinical trial at Guy's Hospital in London.2016-03-29T11:46:00Z2017-07-11T20:41:00Zhttps://www.kcl.ac.uk/archive/news/lsm/newsrecords/2016/mar/new-immunotherapy-trial-for-type-1-diabetes.aspxIncreased vitamin C in the diet could help protect against cataractsHigher dietary intake of vitamin C has been found to have a potentially preventative effect on cataract progression in the first twin study of cataracts to examine to what degree genetic and environmental factors influence their progression with age.2016-03-29T10:29:00Z2017-07-11T20:40:00Zhttps://www.kcl.ac.uk/archive/news/lsm/newsrecords/2016/mar/increased-vitamin-c-in-the-diet-could-help-protect-against-cataracts.aspxThe Royal Society of Biology recognises academic excellence in the biosciencesThe School of Bioscience Education has been awarded accreditation by the Royal Society of Biology for a number of its undergraduate programmes.2016-03-23T16:09:00Z2017-07-11T08:01:00Zhttps://www.kcl.ac.uk/archive/news/lsm/newsrecords/newsrecords/2015/rsb-accreditation.aspxFiona Watt to receive 2016 FEBS | EMBO Women in Science AwardProfessor Fiona Watt, Director of the Centre for Stem Cells and Regenerative Medicine at King's, has been awarded the 2016 The Federation of European Biochemical Societies (FEBS) | European Molecular Biology Organization (EMBO) Women in Science Award for her work uncovering the mechanisms that control mammalian epidermal stem cell renewal and differentiation, and for discovering how these processes are deregulated in cancer, wound healing and inflammatory skin disorders.2016-03-21T17:34:00Z2017-07-11T20:39:00Zhttps://www.kcl.ac.uk/archive/news/lsm/newsrecords/2016/mar/fiona-watt-to-receive-febs-embo-women-in-science-award.aspxResearchers help redefine sepsis and its early diagnosisDr Manu Shankar-Hari from the Division of Asthma, Allergy & Lung Biology has been involved in an international effort to redefine sepsis and septic shock along with a method to identify at risk patients with suspected infection, allowing for more timely management of the condition. This update replaces the previous definitions of this syndrome, first proposed in 1992 and re-defined 15 years ago in 2001.2016-03-21T16:08:00Z2017-07-11T20:42:00Zhttps://www.kcl.ac.uk/archive/news/lsm/newsrecords/2016/mar/researchers-help-redefine-sepsis-and-its-early-diagnosis.aspxResearchers need recognition for team scienceUniversities, funders and publishers of research do not adequately value the contributions of individuals who participate in "team science", particularly those at the early stages of their research careers, according to a new report from the Academy of Medical Sciences, chaired by Professor Anne Ridley from the Randall Division of Cell & Molecular Biophysics.2016-03-21T12:39:00Z2017-07-11T20:42:00Zhttps://www.kcl.ac.uk/archive/news/lsm/newsrecords/2016/mar/researchers-need-recognition-for-team-science.aspxDr Khuloud Al-Jamal wins at Wellcome Image Awards for third timeDr Khuloud Al-Jamal and her three PhD students have been shortlisted as winners of the 15th Wellcome Image Awards, this is the third time in a row Dr Al-Jamal work has been recognised by the Awards. Another image, from researchers in the Dental Institute, has also been shortlisted. The Wellcome Image Awards are an annual showcase of the best in science image making.2016-03-21T12:06:00Z2017-07-11T20:37:00Zhttps://www.kcl.ac.uk/archive/news/lsm/newsrecords/2016/mar/dr-khuloud-al-jamal-wins-at-wellcome-image-awards-for-third-time.aspxABPI Celebrates King's WomenKing's women past and present have been recognised by the Association of the British Pharmaceutical Industry (ABPI) in their list of influential female figures of the industry, released to mark International Women's Day 2016.2016-03-11T11:09:00Z2017-07-11T20:36:00Zhttps://www.kcl.ac.uk/archive/news/lsm/newsrecords/2016/mar/abpi-celebrates-kings-women.aspxABPI Celebrates King's WomenThree King's women from past and present have been included in the Association of the British Pharmaceutical Industry's (ABPI) list of most influential female figures of the industry. Professor Jayne Lawrence, Dr Susan Standring and Rosalind Franklin appeared alongside pioneers such as Dorothy Hodgkin and Fanny Deacon.2016-03-11T11:09:00Z2017-07-11T08:02:00Zhttps://www.kcl.ac.uk/archive/news/lsm/newsrecords/newsrecords/2016/abpi-celebrates-kings-women.aspxGiving allergenic foods to infants from 3 months may prevent allergiesA new study for the Food Standards Agency (FSA) published in the New England Journal of Medicine has found that introducing allergenic foods to the infant diet from three months of age may be effective in food allergy prevention if the recommended quantity of allergenic food was consumed.2016-03-07T11:15:00Z2017-07-11T20:40:00Zhttps://www.kcl.ac.uk/archive/news/lsm/newsrecords/2016/mar/giving-allergenic-foods-to-infants-from-3-months-may-prevent-allergies.aspxNew trial launched to test cancer vaccineA new vaccine aimed at enabling the immune system to fight against advanced cancer is being trialled in London and Guildford.2016-03-07T11:06:00Z2017-07-11T20:41:00Zhttps://www.kcl.ac.uk/archive/news/lsm/newsrecords/2016/mar/new-trial-launched-to-test-cancer-vaccine.aspxEating peanuts early reduces risk of allergy even with later abstinenceThe early introduction of peanut to the diets of infants at high-risk of developing peanut allergy significantly reduces the risk of peanut allergy until 6 years of age, even if they stop eating peanut around the age of five, according to a new study led by Professor Gideon Lack.2016-03-07T11:06:00Z2017-07-11T20:38:00Zhttps://www.kcl.ac.uk/archive/news/lsm/newsrecords/2016/mar/eating-peanuts-early-reduces-risk-of-allergy-even-with-later-abstinence.aspxNew method reduces need for fish in experimentsFish are commonly used in experiments to identify environmental hazards and pollutants in water. As gills are in constant contact with the water, they are often the focal point for studies seeking to understand the effects of exposure to toxicants.In a new study led by the Division of Diabetes & Nutritional Sciences, researchers have validated a pioneering technique to recreate a freshwater gill system in the lab.2016-02-22T11:55:00Z2017-07-11T20:22:00Zhttps://www.kcl.ac.uk/archive/news/lsm/newsrecords/2016/feb/new-method-reduces-need-for-fish-in-experiments.aspxKing's student breaks world recordSecond year student Jack Galsworthy, who studies Biomedical Science, alongside his teammate and friend Freddie Wright, broke the World Record for the youngest pair to make the difficult crossing between the Canary Island of La Gomera and Antigua in the Caribbean in 47 days, 14 hours and 46 minutes.2016-02-18T17:25:00Z2017-07-11T08:04:00Zhttps://www.kcl.ac.uk/archive/news/lsm/newsrecords/newsrecords/2016/kings-student-breaks-world-record.aspxOutstanding Students Recognised at Prize GivingStaff and fellow students came together to celebrate the School's outstanding undergraduates and taught postgraduates at the annual Prize Giving Ceremony.2016-02-18T17:12:00Z2017-07-11T08:01:00Zhttps://www.kcl.ac.uk/archive/news/lsm/newsrecords/newsrecords/2015/outstanding-students-recognised-at-prize-giving.aspxNew public and private partnership launched to tackle type 1 diabetesKing's College London has joined a public private partnership (PPP) aimed at significantly improving the understanding of type 1 diabetes (T1D) and to work towards better therapies for preventing and curing the disease. The INNODIA consortium is made up of 33 partners from academia, medium-sized enterprises (SME), large pharmaceutical companies and patient organisations and has received €36.5 million funding to carry out its work.2016-02-17T10:01:00Z2017-07-11T20:22:00Zhttps://www.kcl.ac.uk/archive/news/lsm/newsrecords/2016/feb/new-public-and-private-partnership-launched-to-tackle-type-1-diabetes.aspxCelebration event to mark 'ground breaking' new medical curriculumWith the first students due to the start the new MBBS Curriculum 2020 at King's in September this year, the vision and plans were unveiled last Thursday night at an event hosted by the President & Principal, Professor Edward Byrne AC.2016-02-15T18:12:00Z2017-07-11T20:20:00Zhttps://www.kcl.ac.uk/archive/news/lsm/newsrecords/2016/feb/celebration-event-to-mark-ground-breaking-new-medical-curriculum.aspxKing's student breaks world recordSecond year student Jack Galsworthy, who studies Biomedical Science, alongside his teammate and friend Freddie Wright, broke the World Record for the youngest pair to make the difficult crossing between the Canary Island of La Gomera and Antigua in the Caribbean in 47 days, 14 hours and 46 minutes.2016-02-15T18:12:00Z2017-07-11T20:20:00Zhttps://www.kcl.ac.uk/archive/news/lsm/newsrecords/2016/feb/kings-student-breaks-world-record.aspxAstronaut Tim Peake talks to King's students from spaceUK astronaut Tim Peake made a surprise call from the International Space Station to students during one of their lectures last month. The students spent 15 minutes chatting to Tim via a conference calling facility set up by teaching staff and were able to ask him questions about his experiences travelling into, and living in space.2016-02-10T11:16:00Z2017-07-11T20:19:00Zhttps://www.kcl.ac.uk/archive/news/lsm/newsrecords/2016/feb/astronaut-tim-peake-talks-to-kings-students-from-space.aspxAstronaut Tim Peake talks to King's students from spaceUK astronaut Tim Peake made a surprise call from the International Space Station to students during one of their lectures last month.2016-02-09T17:09:00Z2017-07-11T08:03:00Zhttps://www.kcl.ac.uk/archive/news/lsm/newsrecords/newsrecords/2016/astronaut-tim-peake-talks-to-kings-students-from-space.aspxLaunch of the NIHR's largest Clinical Research Network Specialty HubThe Division of Health & Social Care research celebrated the launch of the NIHR's largest Clinical Research Network (CRN) Specialty Hub, hosted here at King's College London under the leadership of Professor Charles Wolfe. The large number of specialties assigned to King's reflects our leading, strong expertise in these areas.2016-02-08T10:44:00Z2017-07-11T20:21:00Zhttps://www.kcl.ac.uk/archive/news/lsm/newsrecords/2016/feb/launch-of-the-nihrs-largest-clinical-research-network-specialty-hub.aspxKing's signs agreement with Pfizer in field of gene therapyKing's College London has announced that it has recently entered into an exclusive license agreement with Pfizer Inc. for the development of a series of adeno-associated virus (AAV) gene therapy vectors. This programme emerges from technology developed by Professor Michael Linden and Dr Els Henckaerts from the Division of Immunology, Infection & Inflammatory Disease.2016-01-25T12:16:00Z2017-07-11T20:25:00Zhttps://www.kcl.ac.uk/archive/news/lsm/newsrecords/2016/jan/kings-signs-agreement-with-pfizer-in-field-of-gene-therapy.aspxNew app to help doctors predict risk of preterm birthA new app called QUiPP could help doctors to better identify women at risk of giving birth prematurely. The app, developed by researchers in the Division of Women's Health, was tested in two studies of high-risk women being monitored at antenatal clinics.2016-01-25T12:08:00Z2017-07-11T20:25:00Zhttps://www.kcl.ac.uk/archive/news/lsm/newsrecords/2016/jan/new-app-to-help-doctors-predict-risk-of-preterm-birth.aspxBiomarker predicts risk of preterm birthOffering a standard biomarker test earlier in pregnancy could potentially help doctors to better identify women at risk of giving birth prematurely, thus enabling health services to focus treatments on women at highest risk, according to a new study led by researchers in the Division of Women's Health.2016-01-15T11:26:00Z2017-07-11T20:24:00Zhttps://www.kcl.ac.uk/archive/news/lsm/newsrecords/2016/jan/biomarker-predicts-risk-of-preterm-birth.aspxIdentification of genes key to leukaemia development offers hope of effective treatmentTwo genes have been identified that are critical to the development of the biggest leukaemia killer, acute myeloid leukaemia (AML). Researchers at King's College London found that drugs that selectively block these genes could be highly effective in treating this type of leukaemia.2016-01-12T12:46:00Z2017-07-11T20:24:00Zhttps://www.kcl.ac.uk/archive/news/lsm/newsrecords/2016/jan/identification-of-genes-key-to-leukaemia-development-offers-hope-of-effective-treatment.aspx#AskNutrition - Twitter takeoverExperts from the Division of Diabetes and Nutritional Sciences will be taking over the King's College London Twitter feed @KingsCollegeLon on Thursday 14th January 2016 for two hours over lunch time (midday to 2pm) to answer questions on food and nutrition.2016-01-06T09:32:00Z2017-07-11T20:23:00Zhttps://www.kcl.ac.uk/archive/news/lsm/newsrecords/2016/jan/asknutrition-twitter-takeover.aspxNew Year's Honours for Faculty staffThe Faculty of Life Sciences & Medicine is delighted to announce that two of its staff - Professor David Cowan and Professor Kim Wolff - have been recognised in the 2016 New Year's Honours list.2016-01-04T11:31:00Z2017-07-11T20:26:00Zhttps://www.kcl.ac.uk/archive/news/lsm/newsrecords/2016/jan/new-years-honours-for-faculty-staff.aspxWorld's first soft-robotic surgery on a human bodyA team of roboticists, engineers and surgeons at King's College London have for the first time operated on a human body using a soft surgical robot as part of keyhole surgery, with the aim of dramatically improving future surgical practice.2016-01-04T09:47:00Z2017-07-11T20:26:00Zhttps://www.kcl.ac.uk/archive/news/lsm/newsrecords/2016/jan/worlds-first-soft-robotic-surgery-on-a-human-body.aspx