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Untouched forests fight climate change, but face threats
The world's rainforests take up extra carbon dioxide in the atmosphere, but their ability to do so is threatened by drought and fragmentation.
Untouched forests fight climate change, but face threats
The world's rainforests take up extra carbon dioxide in the atmosphere, but their ability to do so is threatened by drought and fragmentation.
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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Could you power a smartphone just by walking?
A team of London school pupils has won top prize at an Imperial competition for inventing electricity-generating insoles.
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Q&A with Al Gore: the climate crisis, its solutions and pushing for change
"I believe we will solve the climate crisis, but we must act with greater urgency," says former United States Vice-President at Imperial lecture.
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Toxic agents behind Parkinson's disease seen at work for the first time
Researchers get their first look at how the toxic protein clusters associated with Parkinson's disease disrupt the membranes of healthy brain cells.
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Solid start in the quest for an elusive particle
New experiment begins the hunt for a hypothetical particle that could give insights into dark matter and the presence of matter in the universe.
Ultra-thin tissue samples could help researchers to treat heart disease
A new method for preparing ultra-thin slices of heart tissue in the lab could help scientists to study how cells behave inside a beating heart.
Imperial graduate pioneers art as a vehicle for social change
An Imperial alumnus has launched a platform which unites artists, collectors and non-profit organisations to drive social change.
Imperial and Tsinghua University launch seed fund for 'ambitious collaborations'
Imperial College London and Beijing's Tsinghua University are launching a joint seed fund to support early-stage bold scientific ideas.
In pictures: Imperial Fringe took visitors on a walk through air
Hundreds of visitors took shelter from the cold to breathe in a festive evening and investigate the invisible gases that flow around us.
European satellite confirms general relativity with unprecedented precision
A space mission to test how objects fall in a vacuum has released its first results, providing an improved foundation for Einstein's famous theory.
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Who's the boss: researchers reveal how to analyse animal hierarchies
Using a computer model, Imperial researchers have come up with a better way to determine the dynamics of groups where dominance plays a role.
Birth control for parasites: researchers reveal new vaccine target for malaria
Scientists have identified a protein involved in the life cycle of the malarial parasite, paving the way for a new vaccine to reduce disease spread.
Medium-sized carnivores most at risk from environmental change
In a surprise ecological finding, researchers discover medium-sized carnivores spend the most time looking for food, making them vulnerable to change.
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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.
Squeezing light into a tiny channel brings optical computing a step closer
By forcing light to go through a smaller gap than ever before, researchers have paved the way for computers based on light instead of electronics.
New wave of European Research Council grants won by Imperial researchers
Four Imperial scientists have won funding from the European Research Council (ERC) to progress their 'outstanding' research.
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.
Bio-computer powered by jellyfish DNA plays Tetris and other retro videogames
An Imperial alumus has developed a bio-pixel display that can play games such as Tetris, Snake or Pong using the protein that makes jellyfish glow
Scientists show how Himalayan river system influenced ancient Indus Civilisation
Scientists have found that much of the Indus thrived around an extinct river, challenging ideas about how urbanisation in ancient cultures evolved.
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"Exciting new chapter" for College and White City unfolds at The Invention Rooms
Imperial has highlighted its ambitions for its new community and innovation space in White City, as activity in the facility gets under way.
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.
'Google Maps for structures' wins Innovate UK award
Imperial alum Pae Natwilai has won the 2017 Design in Innovation Award for harnessing the potential of drones to improve structural inspection.
School students explore science and creativity at Creative Quarter 2017
Local school students flocked to Imperial to shake hands with robots, create art from milk and soap, and learn about the Bionic Man.
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New way to write magnetic info could pave the way for hardware neural networks
Researchers have shown how to write any magnetic pattern desired onto nanowires, which could help computers mimic how the brain processes information.
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Prototype ear plug sensor could improve vital sign monitoring
Scientists have developed a sensor that fits in the ear, with the aim of monitoring heart, brain and lung functions for health and fitness.
Primary pupils explore physics through dance and theatre
An interactive show hosted by Imperial brought physics to life using high-flying aerial dance.
Opening virtual doors: Experience Imperial up close with Google Expeditions
School children across the world can take virtual trips through Imperial's research and education facilities via an immersive platform from Google.
Duo of titanic galaxies caught in extreme starbursting merger
A pair of exceptionally rare hyper-luminous star-forming galaxies have been discovered, representing an extreme galaxy merger.
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Imperial celebrates 125th birthday of Queen's Tower on South Kensington Campus
The Imperial community is set to celebrate the 125th birthday of the Queen's Tower - an emblem of the College's excellence in research and learning.
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Research from poor countries deserves a fairer hearing, says Imperial expert
Academia could be overlooking new ideas from low income nations without realising it, suggests an Imperial College London researcher.
Engineering graduate shortlisted for Science Start-up of the Year
An Imperial College London graduate's company has been shortlisted for Science Start-up of the Year.
Explore the environment in your area with interactive citizen science map
The OPAL Data Explorer presents more than 41,000 environmental records collected by citizen scientists throughout the UK.
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Fragmented forests create animal winners and losers
Breaking up the rainforest into small, isolated patches puts pressure on species that rely on the forest core, but benefits those who like the edges.
Nobel Prize-winning technique sheds new light on DNA replication
An imaging technique used to reveal the molecular detail of structures has helped scientists to shed new light on how organisms copy their DNA.
Cancer drug could help patients with debilitating cardiovascular condition
UK and Canadian scientists have shown how patients with a rare cardiovascular condition could be treated with a drug normally used to treat cancer.
New White City facility will be a "beacon for community-driven innovation"
Imperial College London launched its pioneering innovation and community space with a free public event in White City.
Herbivores help protect marine ecosystems from climate change
Plant-eating critters are key to helping ecosystems survive global warming, offering some hope for a defence strategy against climate change.
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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The world's first 3D printed steel bridge will be a 'living laboratory'
Imperial researchers are part of a team testing a 3D printed footbridge due to be installed across a canal in Amsterdam in 2018.
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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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10 years of the trapped rainbow: the revolution of slow light
A decade on from suggesting light can be dramatically slowed - or even stopped - by new materials, Ortwin Hess reviews the progress and applications.
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Mini robotic labs for testing fly behaviour invented by Imperial researchers
New machines could be a boost to animal and human neuroscience research as they allow lots of insects to be tested at once.
PET scans for Alzheimer's could bring benefit to more patients
An imaging tool honed to spot rogue proteins in the brain could benefit some patients with suspected Alzheimer's, according to a new study.
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Podcast: Reporting on climate change, underfloor robots and the latest Fringe
In this edition: We discover Imperial's involvement in the IPCC, meet underfloor robots and explore the Imperial universe at the latest Fringe.
"Share our world of discovery", Imperial's President tells graduating students
Professor Alice Gast encouraged graduands to work with their communities to "inspire hope and confidence" at today's Commemoration Day ceremonies.
Blood vessel 'master gene' discovery could lead to treatments for liver disease
Scientists have identified a key gene in blood vessels which could provide a new way to assess and potentially treat liver disease.
Magic mushrooms may 'reset' the brains of depressed patients
Patients taking psilocybin to treat depression show reduced symptoms weeks after treatment following a 'reset' of their brain activity.
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Early trials show potential for treating hay fever with grass protein fragments
Protein fragments taken from grass can help protect hay fever patients from allergic reactions to pollen grains.
Scientists lead delegation to boost life-sciences collaboration with Japan
Imperial scientists joined industry experts and academic colleagues in Tokyo for the largest life-sciences trade mission to Japan in a decade.