Future of farming explored at the launch of new College network
The Agri Futures Lab (AFL) launched with an all-day conference exploring ways to get the most food, fibre and fuel out of next-generation farming.
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Experts build pulsed air rig to test 3D printed parts for low carbon engines
Researchers designed a unique facility for testing 3D printed engine parts, to help reduce carbon emissions worldwide.
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How Imperial’s findings on post-Brexit borders caught the eyes of politicians
Dr Ke Han has reflected on his work to predict post-Brexit traffic conditions on the M20/A20 motorway in Kent.
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Self-driving AI wheelchair edges closer to aiding people with disabilities
Robot expert’s team has won $50,000 to further develop an eye-controlled, artificially intelligent wheelchair.
Cutting salt intake in the US could save money and lives, finds study
A US policy aimed at reducing the amount of salt in people’s diets could save money and lives if properly implemented, according to new research.
New class of drugs could help tackle treatment-resistant cancers
Researchers have discovered a new class of drug that has the potential to help cancer patients who no longer respond to existing therapies.
Cambridge Analytica is “only the beginning”: Imperial data expert weighs in
Dr Yves-Alexandre de Montjoye has warned of the risk of privacy attacks that happen through friends.
Collaboration could help botanic compound tackle breast cancer and stroke
Researchers at Imperial are teaming up with a company testing a synthetic version of the compound sulforaphane, to see if they can expand its use.
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Cybersecurity experts: Device makers have “duty to keep users safe” from hacking
Well-connected smart devices at home and in healthcare are currently vulnerable to hacking, warn two new reports.
Personalised heart disease diagnosis gets a boost with new collaboration
Patients could get improved diagnosis for heart disease due to a collaboration between Imperial and HeartFlow.
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