Research Interest Groups

The Research Interest Groups bring together thematic knowledge and expertise from across the Faculty and, in some cases, from across the University. Browse the pages below for a closer look at each interest group’s members, their labs and the projects they are currently working on.

From development biology to regenerative medicine - Francesca Spagnoli & Mauro Giacca
RNA Biology - Chad Swanson & Sasi Conte
Spatial Biology Network - Anita Grigoriadis & Ciro Chiappini
Safe and sustainable diets for a healthy body and mind (SSuDs) - Wendy Hall, Ana Rodriguez-Mateos & Christer Hogstrand
Inequalities: Local, National & Global - Seeromanie Harding & Laia Becares
Statistical & Computational Genetics & Genomics - Michael Simpson & Kerrin Small
Lipids & Membranes - Riki Eggert & Jez Carlton
Immunometabolism – Anna Schurich, Esperanza Perucha, Afshan Malik
Reproduction, pregnancy, and early development– Norah Fogarty & Kim Jonas
Microbes in Health & Disease – Peter Hill & Bahijja Raimi-Abraham
Organoids in Health & Disease– Joana F Neves & Rocio Sancho
Metallomics in Health & Disease – Phil Blower & Alex Morell

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Lipids and Membranes

Lipids, together with proteins and DNA, are the main building blocks of all living beings. Lipids are major constituents of the biological membranes that delimit cells and internal organelles, allowing subcellular compartmentalisation. They serve as platforms for cellular communication, signalling and metabolism.

Lipids and Membranes Research Interest Group

From Developmental Biology to Regenerative Medicine

Understanding organ development and tissue regeneration provides a framework for elucidating disease mechanisms as well as for developing new therapeutics.

From Developmental Biology to Regenerative Medicine Research Interest Group

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Safe and sustainable diets for a healthy body and mind (SSuDs)

This Research Interest Group on Safe and sustainable diets for a healthy body and mind (SSuDs) provides a unique opportunity for the King’s research community to address the challenges of sustainable food development.

Safe and sustainable diets for a healthy body and mind (SSuDs) Research Interest Group

Spatial Biology

The Spatial Biology Network is a cross-faculty research interest group that brings together researchers from various disciplines, ranging from technology development and molecular biology, to bioinformatics and clinical translational research, to explore the complexity of spatial biology.

Spatial Biology Research Interest Group

RNA Biology

RNA is at the forefront of biomedical research for its central role in how information is transferred from DNA to protein. It is also an essential structural and enzymatic component of many cellular machines and phase-separated compartments.

RNA Biology Research Interest Group

Microbes in Health & Disease

The Microbes in Health & Diseases Research Interest Group aims to foster collaboration across departments and faculties at KCL to explore the multifaceted role microbes play in health and disease. It includes 50+ research groups across the Faculty of Life Sciences & Medicine (FoLSM), the Faculty of Dentistry, Oral & Craniofacial Sciences (FoDOCS), the Faculty of Natural, Mathematical & Engineering Sciences, and clinicians at King’s College Hospital and Guy’s and St Thomas’ NHS Trust.

Microbes in Health & Disease RIG

Immunometabolism (iMet)

The aim of the i-met research interest group is to stimulate novel collaborations in the field of Immunometabolism, a young but rapidly growing field of research. We will bring together researchers from a wide disciplinary background with a common interest but field-specific expertise in Immunometabolism. Our aim is to provide the platform to establish strong connections between our members spanning clinical scientists (metabolic disorders), advanced therapies (targeting metabolism in cancer and autoimmune disorders) (academic and industry), Autoimmune, metabolic and Inflammatory disease, basic molecular cell biology (mitochondrial research), lipid metabolism and nutrition, technical advances (diagnostics) and AI.

Immunometabolism (iMet) Research Interest Group

Statistical and Computational Genetics and Genomics (SCGG)

The SCGG Group is a forum for sharing expertise and advancing best practices at the intersection of genomics, data science, and human health. Our focus is the sophisticated analysis of large-scale genomic datasets, drawing on deep knowledge in statistical genetics, population genetics, and the innovative application of emerging AI methodologies.