Automated assistance
AI call centre supports isolated households during COVID-19 pandemic
An AI call centre developed by an Imperial graduate is helping to identify households needing extra support during lockdown.
Stories written by Joanna Wilson
News in brief
Digital innovation and Queen’s honours: News from the College
Here’s a batch of fresh news and announcements from across Imperial.
Flying high
Imperial PhD student named in community of Europe’s best young innovators
Swapnil Jagtap has been named as one of Forbes’ 30 Under 30 in Europe for his research on reducing the carbon impact of aviation.
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Social impact
Entrepreneurs join cricket legend and UN secretary to discuss social impact
Student entrepreneurs and academics learned about management under pressure from Indian cricket legend Anil Kumble.
Rapid results
Lab-free COVID-19 test trialled in London hospitals
DnaNudge’s MHRA-approved rapid COVID-19 test is now rolling out in urgent patient care settings across London hospitals.
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Body parts
Body modification innovations explored in new interactive story
A new interactive Imperial Stories feature article explores some of the body-focused innovations created by the College’s community.
Economic response
The economic impact of coronavirus: analysis from Imperial experts
Academics and researchers from Imperial College London have provided analysis of the economic impact of COVID-19.
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Worldwide working
Online platform enables scientists worldwide to collaborate on COVID-19 projects
Alumni inspired by the scientific response to the SARS outbreak are developing a platform to help researchers collaborate on global challenges.
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Coronavirus oil shock
Why did oil prices fall below zero? Analysis from Imperial experts
Experts from Imperial have provided analysis of the global downturn in the price of oil.
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News in brief
Coronavirus portal and an enterprising engineer: News from the College
Here’s a batch of fresh news and announcements from across Imperial.
