Archaeological evidence shows that intestinal parasites such as whipworm became increasingly common across Europe during the Roman Period, despite the apparent improvements the empire brought in sanitation technologies. The Romans are well […]
Roman Toilets Gave No Clear Health Benefit, And Romanisation Actually Spread Parasites
New Formula For Life-Satisfaction
In a new study, mathematical economist Prof. Dr. Christian Bayer, from the Hausdorff Center for Mathematics at the University of Bonn, has demonstrated a connection between long-term income increases and personal satisfaction. […]
Mammal Diversity Exploded Immediately After Dinosaur Extinction
The diversity of mammals on Earth exploded straight after the dinosaur extinction event, according to UCL researchers. New analysis of the fossil record shows that placental mammals, the group that today includes […]
From Viral Video To Pandemic: How Information Spreads Through Networks
What does a marketing video that goes viral have in common with the sneezing of an ill person on a packed bus? In both instances there is a chance that information – […]
In Search Of Dark Energy
An international consortium of astrophysicists is currently measuring the three-dimensional structure of the Universe by means of an X-ray satellite. Among many exciting prospects, the project will provide new insights into the […]
Creativity Leads To Measuring Ultrafast, Thin Photodetector
Making an incredibly fast photodetector is one thing, but actually measuring its speed is another. Graduate student Haining Wang came up with an inventive way of measuring the near-instantaneous electrical current generated […]
A Horse Of A Different Colour: Genetics Of Camouflage And The Dun Pattern
Most horses today are treasured for their ability to run, work, or be ridden, but have lost their wild-type camouflage: pale hair with zebra-like dark stripes and markings known as the Dun […]
‘Shared Bad Memories’ Bind Fighters And Terrorists To Their Groups
What binds military fighters or terrorists together so tightly that they are willing to sacrifice their own lives for their causes? Previous research has shown that such extreme behaviour can be driven […]
New Trait Explains Why Some People Are More Easily Distracted Than Others
People vary according to different personality traits, such as extraversion or conscientiousness, and new UCL research suggests that they also vary according to a particular cognitive trait: distractibility. The findings are published […]
Forgetting Is Key To Learning
Do you often feel overwhelmed with the amount of information coming at you? Forgotten your shopping list as soon as you’ve heard the sports results? Don’t worry, it’s all completely normal – […]
Why Do Chronically Lonely Teens Stay Lonely?
Some adolescents respond to social situations in ways that may perpetuate rather than reduce their feelings of loneliness. They tend to attribute social inclusion to coincidence, and blame some personal flaw when they are […]
Deep Brain Stimulation Also Effective For Memory Loss
Deep brain stimulation or DBS has been shown to be effective in treating memory loss, at least this appears to be the case in rats. The animals tested were shown to have […]
March 7-20, 2016: Cambridge Science Festival 2016
Cambridge Science Festival gives the public the opportunity to explore Cambridge Science. Thanks to the generosity of the University, our sponsors and partners, most of the events are free. The Science Festival […]
Model Predicts ‘Shelf Life’ For Library And Archival Collections
Heritage scientists at UCL have developed demographic models of decay and loss to predict when a large library or archival collection might age beyond repair. Lead author, Professor Matija Strlic (UCL Institute […]
The Future Leadership Institute 