Most downloaded
Which Imperial research papers topped the charts in 2017?
Harvesting energy from our movements and a method for determining the composition of cement were two of the most widely downloaded papers in 2017.
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Thought for food
Food monitoring system being developed could help vulnerable, say researchers
Technology that accurately monitors food intake could help to better distribute food resources to communities and vulnerable people around the world.
Smart power
Flexible energy markets key to sustainability, says expert in Q&A
Imperial is a partner in a new project funded by Ofgem that is researching how to make electricity networks more responsive to change.
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Global recognition
The Mustafa Prize recognises work of Imperial engineer
A pioneering Imperial engineer will fly to Iran to collect one of the Islamic world's most prestigious science and engineering awards.
Future focus
Imperial poised to play leading role in future of 3D printing
Merging molecular science and engineering could help overcome current challenges in 3D printing to make it faster, cheaper and more consistent.
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Fiery descent
Watch Imperial researcher climb into active African volcano for BBC documentary
An Imperial researcher filmed his daring descent into one of the world's most spectacular active volcanoes.
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Fatal cuts
Nearly 300,000 more could die from malaria after proposed cuts to US funding
Imperial researchers have modelled the number of additional malaria cases and deaths that will occur by 2020 following proposed cuts to US funding.
Energy harvester
Wallpaper bio-solar panel developed by researchers
A two-in-one solar bio-battery and solar panel has been created by researchers who printed living cyanobacteria and circuitry onto paper.
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Warm up act
Quantum computing breakthrough: Imperial scientist reveals latest findings
A materials expert says quantum computers may be able to come out of the cold, thanks to his research breakthrough.
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Drone zone
UK can be a world leader in drone tech, says Imperial academic at lab launch
The "drone race" between countries is underway and the UK can be a leader, said an Imperial aeronautical engineer at the launch of a new centre.
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