Cancer clusters
No increased risk of childhood cancer near UK nuclear sites, study finds
Children living near nuclear power stations in the UK are not at increased risk of childhood cancers, according to a new analysis.
Stories written by Ryan O'Hare
Brain changes
Dementia is rare in midlife rugby players, but long-term risk may be increased
Two new studies have provided further insights into the complex links between head injury in elite rugby and potential dementia risks.
Sickle cell report
People with sickle cell disorder face unequal care, report finds
A new report which highlights the disadvantages people with Sickle Cell face in their care has been published today, on World Sickle Cell Day.
Air pollution report
Air pollution linked to 30,000 UK deaths in 2025 and costs the economy billions
Poor air quality may contribute to tens of thousands of deaths in the UK each year, costing the economy and healthcare service billions of pounds.
Lifelong impact
Poor backgrounds can leave a lifelong accelerated ageing marker in children
Economic disadvantage leaves a biological imprint on children which could last throughout their lifetime, reducing their quality and length of life.
Risk Reduction
Combination of drugs could prevent thousands of heart attacks
Patients who receive an add-on medication soon after a heart attack have a significantly better prognosis than those who receive it later, or not all.
Medical career insights
Report explores experiences of women in clinical academia at Imperial
A new report commissioned by Imperial explores the experiences of women in clinical academia at the university and how to support them better.
News in brief
Mining dust, cool light and startup rankings: News from Imperial
Here’s a batch of fresh news and announcements from across Imperial.
News in brief
Psychiatric drug development and an award for our Incubator: News from Imperial
Here’s a batch of fresh news and announcements from across Imperial.
Imperial news snippets
Bacterial survival, top marks for maths and a mystery solved: News from Imperial
From the crossbow-like tactics used by bacteria, to top marks for homework and a research mystery solved, here is some quick-read news from Imperial.
