Beste Ucl Minds podcasts (2025)

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Episode 2 – Wait and see or maximise hearing 32:58

2d ago32:58

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In the second episode of Little ears, big challenges: navigating mild and unilateral deafness in children, we talk to parents about their decision making processes around technologies and other management options for their children, and whether they chose to wait and see or maximise hearing. There isn't clear evidence about what works for mild and …

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Episode 3 – Prioritising your child as an individual 30:09

2d ago30:09

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In episode 3 of Little ears, big challenges: navigating mild and unilateral deafness in children, we ask the parents to tell us about their experiences of how they prioritise their child and family's needs, and they also discuss various avenues they explored to help with their child's hearing and communication. Listen in as our conversations contin…

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Episode 4 – Decisions evolve over time 25:55

2d ago25:55

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In episode 4 of Little ears, big challenges: navigating mild and unilateral deafness in children, we start by talking to some of the parents about how the decisions they made when their child was first diagnosed with mild or unilateral deafness have evolved or changed over time, perhaps due to a change in circumstances or a change in hearing. Then …

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Episode 5 – Positive about the future 30:47

2d ago30:47

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In the final episode of Little ears, big challenges: navigating mild and unilateral deafness in children, we're talking about what the future holds with young people and adults who all have experience of having mild or unilateral deafness. They tell us about their how they navigate the world, what technology they use, and their advice to parents wh…

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GEOLOGICAL MATERIAL 34:13

2d ago34:13

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In this chapter we talk with the Geologist David Dobson. David is a Professor of Earth Materials at UCL. His research focuses on high-pressure physical property measurements, from sudotakalytes in the Earth's crust to mantle reology and deep earthquakes, as well as the reologys of magma and terrestrial planetary cores. Out of the lab, he enjoys bei…

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PRESERVATION, COLLECTION AND BIOGRAPHIES 46:34

6d ago46:34

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In this chapter we talk with Hannah Cornish, curator at the Grant Museum of Zoology, UCL with Thomas Kador, Lecturer in Creative Health on the UCL Arts & Sciences programme. Hannah provides intellectual access to a collection of 68,000 specimens. She designs and facilitates museum teaching, collaborating with researchers and artists, managing colle…

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MINERALOGY EXTRACTION AND SYNCHRONICITY 34:58

6d ago34:58

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In this chapter we talk with the artist, programmer, writer and performer Martin Howse. Martin explores connections between the earth, its living organisms, geophysical phenomena, software, and the human psyche, working with speculative hardware based on environmental data in open physical systems, code that investigates the layers of abstraction, …

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THE VISIBLE AND INVISIBLE 36:08

6d ago36:08

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In this chapter we talk with the social anthropologist Roger Sansi. Roger has worked on Afro-Brazilian culture and religion, the concept of the fetish, and on contemporary art. His publications include the books Fetishes and Monuments, Sorcery in the Black Atlantic, Economies of relation: Money And Personalism in the Lusophone World. One of Roger’s…

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Making the next global vaccine 37:00

6d ago37:00

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In this episode, we speak to Stephen Morris, VaxHub's Senior Outreach and Partnerships Manager, and Ludovica Vaiarelli, VaxHub's Partners Relationship Manager, to learn a bit more about how vaccines are manufactured and distributed worldwide. We'll hear how the process works, and how we're working with partner Universities like Oxford, along with m…

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Episode 1 - What does mild/unilateral deafness mean? 31:53

6d ago31:53

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In this first episode of Little ears, big challenges: navigating mild and unilateral deafness in children, we introduce you to the voices of parents, young people and adults who feature in our series. We’ll meet parents who open up about what mild or unilateral deafness means for their children and the impact it has on their day to day lives. You’l…

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The Bartlett Review - Planning Urban Environments for Women’s Safety 33:57

16d ago33:57

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Considering recent cases and societal issues, how can built environment practitioners influence policies for women's safety in cities? With Professor Priti Parikh, Director of Bartlett School of Sustainable Construction, Dr Hanna Baumann, UCL Institute for Global Prosperity and Dr Margarita Garfias Royo, Deputy Director of the Engineering for Inter…

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Nanotechnology: Tiny science, huge possibilities 23:10

16d ago23:10

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How is super small tech (we're talking a billionth of a meter small) going to change healthcare? It sounds like quite a far-fetched - really small things helping to diagnose cancer and other diseases? It's a type of X-ray? In this episode, we speak to Alessandro Rossi is a Research Fellow in Electronic and Electrical Engineering at UCL to answer th…

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Season 5, Episode 4 - ‘Zero Hour’ for the Climate and Nature Bill 32:51

17d ago32:51

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What is the Climate and Nature Bill, and why does it matter? The Zero Hour campaign is here to tell us, as we dive into their efforts to secure widespread backing for the Climate and Nature Bill. The Bill, which had its Second Reading in Parliament on 24 January 2025, aims to strengthen the UK government’s commitments to cut emissions, restore natu…

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Ep 5: “Don’t be afraid of growing slowly, be afraid of standing still” 18:00

24d ago18:00

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This is the final podcast in the series to celebrate National Apprenticeship Week 2025. Paula and Uzma discuss what next after an apprenticeship, what apprentices should consider and do to develop their careers and keep their skills alive. For apprentices and managers who want to find out more about life after an apprenticeship.Date of episode reco…

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Ep 4: “I never fail, I succeed or learn” 14:00

24d ago14:00

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Join Paula and Uzma, Apprenticeship Managers as they discuss the importance of time management and how to view failure as an opportunity, providing advice and guidance for apprentices to support wellbeing. Part of the series of podcasts developed to celebrate National Apprenticeship Week 2025. Links:Date of episode recording: 2025-02-13T00:00:00ZDu…

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Ep 3: “A leader is one who knows the way, goes the way and shows the way” 15:12

24d ago15:12

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This is the third of five podcasts in celebration of National Apprenticeship Week 2025. Today Apprenticeship Managers, Paula and Uzma focus on the role of the line manager and the pivotal role they play in supporting apprentices during their programme. For line managers, those that are considering recruiting an apprentice or for anyone interested i…

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Ep 2: “Attitude is a little thing that makes a big difference” 16:42

24d ago16:42

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Following our first podcast where we dispelled some Myths about apprenticeships and spoke about why growing talent within is important, we now take a look at two factors that will help apprentices succeed during their training: the importance of a Growth Mindset and making the most of networking. Join UCL Apprenticeship Managers Paula and Uzma as t…

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Ep 1: “Great places don’t just hire talent, they grow it within” 20:23

29d ago20:23

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Welcome to the first of our five daily podcasts to celebrate National Apprenticeship week 2025. UCL Apprenticeship Managers Paula Sandamas and Uzma Sadiq chat about apprenticeships, who they are for, the positive impact they can have and dispel all the myths. Thought you know about apprenticeships – think again! Find out how apprenticeships are rel…

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Gene Therapy part 2: Applications 30:15

29d ago30:15

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Today we are continuing our discussion on gene therapy, with Dr Rajvinder Karda, hosted by Olivia. Raj is both a researcher and professor at the UCL Institute for Women's Health, with her role as an associate professor of Gene Therapy, as well as leading a team of research focussing on developing pre-clinical gene therapy and RNA editing treatments…

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Minding your molars: how ultrasound engineering is transforming dentistry 15:40

2M ago15:40

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How are we improving dental health so we don't have to keep going back to the dentist? Anastasios Koulogiannis is a Post Graduate Researcher at UCL. He's looking at engineering applications in healthcare in the department of Mechanical Engineering and so whilst he's not a dentist (although he does have a lot of dental knowledge after spending a lot…

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Are There Limits On Autocratic Power? 39:16

2M ago39:16

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In today’s episode, we delve into the complex and often misunderstood world of autocratic leadership. At first glance, it might seem like authoritarian rulers wield unchallenged power, free to govern without opposition. After all, the term "autocrat" stems from the Greek for "self-rule." But is that really how it works in practice?A fantastic new b…

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Franken-meat: The future of lab-grown meat 35:08

2M ago35:08

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We all know that meat production emits a substantial amount of greenhouse gases, nearly 60% by some estimates, and so we need to do something about it. Darren Player, Associate Professor in Musculoskeletal Bioengineering, discusses the development of lab-grown meat, why he's working on engineering new, sustainable sources of meat and how he's doing…

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The Bartlett Review: The housing threat posed by permitted development 31:45

3M ago31:45

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Existing commercial buildings in the UK are being converted to create new housing, circumventing the planning system through permitted development. But what could be the impact of those conversions, especially from a health perspective? Julia Thrift, Director, Healthier Place-making at the Town and Country Planning Association, joins expert researc…

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Growing Pains: Mastering Sustainable Growth in Social Enterprises 34:54

3M ago34:54

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In the final episode of series 2 of The Life of PIE, we explore the unique challenges social enterprises face as they balance growth with their mission. How can social enterprises expand while staying true to their core purpose? Onya and Jacob McMahon, a Life of PIE alum from the 22-23 cohort, discuss external pressures, such as securing funding an…

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Lunch Hour Lecture | From gene deserts to druggable pathways in Inflammatory Bowel Disease 52:29

3M ago52:29

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Genetic discovery in inflammatory bowel disease has been incredibly successful. This provides a unique opportunity to understand what goes wrong when people develop disease, which in turn could identify better treatment targets. Yet most of this potential remains unrealised, as moving from where genetic associations lie to an understanding of how t…

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French Social Democracy In Turmoil 36:06

3M ago36:06

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In a turbulent political summer, few surprises were greater than that caused by French president Emmanuel Macron’s decision in June to call early parliamentary elections. Macron’s party had just been trounced in the European Parliament elections; and victory for the far right seemed likely. In the end, thanks to some last minute deals, Marine Le Pe…

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Unpaid Reparations And Expropriation 28:59

3M ago28:59

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There have been longstanding calls for reparations to address the profound injustices of colonialism and compensate for the vast extraction of resources from colonized nations. However, with few recent exceptions, these demands for reparations have largely been ignored by the former colonial powers. So, what comes next?Over the past two decades, re…

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Policing The Permacrisis 34:20

3M ago34:20

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In recent years, policing in England and Wales has appeared to be trapped in a cycle of crisis. From high-profile scandals to criticisms of operational standards, concerns about the police’s role and conduct have intensified. Perhaps most shockingly, a serving police officer was convicted of the murder of Sarah Everard, a tragedy that underscored t…

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Lies, politicians, and social media: Should we fact check politicians? 30:10

3M ago30:10

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Social media plays a significant role in shaping political debates and, some argue, even influencing election outcomes. Politicians increasingly use platforms like X (formerly Twitter) to communicate directly with the public and run their campaigns. However, this unfiltered communication can sometimes spread misinformation or undermine democratic v…

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Politicising Memory: Evidence from Ukraine 34:09

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We’re familiar with the idea that history shapes contemporary politics, but what about the reverse? How do today’s political dynamics influence the way we remember the past?In this episode, we explore a compelling study that examines this question in the context of Ukraine—a country caught between conflicting historical narratives from Russia and t…

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Mission-Driven Bureaucrats 41:52

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Episode SummaryThis week we’re looking at how to improve public services. How can bureaucracies best be managed to deliver positive outcomes? Does compliance get in the way of building trust between citizens and governments?Episode NotesThe state of public services is a pressing issue both in the UK and globally. News headlines are frequently domin…

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Lunch Hour Lecture | From threat to opportunity: putting health at the centre of our response to climate change 1:00:23

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This lunch hour lecture will cover the latest findings of the Lancet Countdown: Tracking Progress on Health and Climate Change, a UCL-led project bringing together over 300 researchers from around the globe.Door UCL

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Dissecting the 2024 US Election 35:08

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This week we’re looking at the elections in the United States. Donald Trump has won; the Democrats have been comprehensively defeated. What explains the result? And what are the implications – for the US and the wider world? Episode Notes One week after the US elections, Donald Trump has claimed victory, securing the presidency, the Senate, and alm…

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Gynaecological Cancers and HPV 26:39

3M ago26:39

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Today's episode hosted by Olivia, features Miss Adeola Olaitan, who is a Consultant Gynaecological Oncologist, for a discussion on gynaecological cancers and Human papilloma virus (HPV). We discuss the five different types of gynaecological cancers, including: ovarian cancer, uterine or endometrial (womb) cancer, cervical cancer, vaginal and vulval…

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Lunch Hour Lecture | Beyond ‘Beyond Ofsted’ – the future of school inspection 59:22

3M ago59:22

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Here Jane Perryman and Alice Bradbury present data which explores how the Ofsted inspection is experienced and stakeholders’ views on how it could be improved. They discuss the report’s recommendations for change and discuss how this would benefit teachers and schools.Door UCL

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Season 5, Ep 3 - Unpacking COP29: Financing the future 41:49

3M ago41:49

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In this special episode hosts Mark Maslin and Simon Chin Yee give us behind the scenes insights and their verdicts on the outcome of COP29. This COP was mainly about the money and went into extra time, but our hosts unpack it and take a deep dive into the key results with the help of special guests in the studio Priti Parikh, Professor of Infrastru…

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Future Families: how climate change concerns are shaping reproductive choices 1:00:19

3M ago1:00:19

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In the lead-up to COP29, please join Hope Dillarstone and Elaine Flores for an insightful lecture exploring the complex nexus between climate change, mental health, and reproductive decision-making.Door UCL

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Episode 5: The SDGs and India 28:49

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In this special episode, The SDGs and India, Professor Monica Lakhanpaul and Professor Priti Parikh are joined by Professor Sumit Malhotra, from the Centre of Community Medicine at AIIMS and Professor PVM Rao from the Department of Mechanical Engineering at IIT Delhi. In this episode, we’re going overseas to take a special focus on the role of the …

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Supporting oral health as a global priority 30:08

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In episode 6 of Oral Health Matters, Richard Watt, Professor of Dental Public Health at University College London is in conversation withDr Benoit Varenne from the World Health Organisation and Dr Dympna Kavanagh, Chief Dental Officer in the Department of Health, Ireland. Together they discuss current and forthcoming developments in global and nati…

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Episode 4: The SDGs and Education 43:51

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In this episode, Professor Monica Lakhanpaul and Professor Priti Parikh are joined by Anoushka Jain, a student from UCL Dept of Political Science and Vasiliki Kioupi from University of Leeds. They’re focusing on education and the role of Education for Sustainable Development, or ESD, exploring how sustainable development can be integrated into the …

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Episode 1: The SDGs and AI 35:47

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Professor Monica Lakhanpaul and Professor Priti Parikh are joined by Dr Maria Perez Ortiz, from the UCL Department of Computer Science, and Professor Jack Stilgoe, from the UCL Department of Science and Technology Studies.  They’re taking a look at the role of technology and artificial intelligence, or AI, in supporting the implementation of the go…

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Episode 2: The SDGs and Mental Wellbeing 38:46

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Professor Priti Parikh are joined by Professor Essi Viding and Professor Argyris Stringaris, from the UCL Division of Psychiatry and Psychology and Language Sciences and joint PVPs to the UCL Grand Challenge of Mental Health and Wellbeing. Following initial discussions from series 2, they’re taking a deeper dive on the issue of mental health and we…

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Episode 3: The SDGs and Climate Crisis 44:36

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Professor Monica Lakhanpaul and Professor Priti Parikh are joined by Professor Catalina Turcu, Professor of Sustainable Built Environment, Bartlett School of Planning and Professor Ilan Kelman, Professor of Disasters and Health in the UCL Institute for Risk and Disaster Reduction. Today they’re discussing the relationship between the Sustainable De…

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Lunch Hour Lecture | The 2024 US Election: Stakes and Implications 1:01:12

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Presented on 24/10/24, Dr Thomas Gift discusses 'What can we expect in November’s election? Will both sides accept the result as legitimate? Thomas Gift will address these and other pressing questions in this timely primer on the 2024 US Election.'Door UCL

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Lunch Hour Lecture | Mental health in the workplace: What's possible in an impossible world? 56:37

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This lunch hour lecture will focus on the benefits and challenges of work for our mental health.Door UCL

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Unequal mental health: Society, power and the depressogenic environment 1:00:13

4M ago1:00:13

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This lunch hour lecture will focus on the case for recognizing the role of the ‘depressogenic’ environment.Door UCL

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Lunch Hour Lecture | The antidepressant controversy 1:00:13

4M ago1:00:13

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Glyn Lewis and Gemma Lewis will discuss the antidepressant controversy in this Lunch Hour Lecture.Door UCL

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Global health: the burning issues 31:08

4M ago31:08

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In episode 5 of Oral Health Matters, Richard Watt, Professor of Dental Public Health at University College London is in conversation with Professor Sharon Friel from the Australian National University. and Professor Delan Devakumar, from University College London. Together they discuss developments in the broader global health research agenda and h…

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Episode 4 - Dr Luciano Rila on the UK’s First Gaysoc 25:22

4M ago25:22

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Professor Philip Schofield sits down with Dr Luciano Rila, from the Department of Maths, to delve into the history of the UK’s first university-affiliated Gaysoc, founded by Jamie Gardiner in 1972, at UCL. Dr Rila discovered archival materials in UCL’s Special Collections revealing that though the society was initially met with backlash, UCL’s libe…

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