University College London

Cloud Cybersecurity for Research Engineers

The availability of large datasets and breakthroughs in machine learning have had a profound impact on how modern science is conducted. Once the preserve of computer science, large-scale compute has become a universal requirement across research fields from astrophysics to zoolog...

Hospital-Level Determinants of Mortality After Pancreas Surgery

OBJECTIVE: To identify modifiable hospital-level determinants of mortality after pancreas surgery and assess their cumulative protective effects through the development of a Hospital Resource Index (HRI) on a global scale. BACKGROUND: Ninety-day mortality rates after pancreas sur...

Efficacy and Safety of Sacituzumab Govitecan for Breast Cancer

Objectives: Sacituzumab govitecan (SG), a Trop-2-directed antibody-drug conjugate, has demonstrated clinical activity in HER2-negative breast cancer. Our meta-analysis aimed to evaluate the efficacy and safety of SG compared with standard chemotherapy in patients with breast canc...

A Community-Owned Database Mapping dRTP Roles, Skills, and Training

Poster presented at the 10th Research Software Engineering Conference (RSECon26) in Sheffield, UK, 9-11 September, 2026. Abstract As is typical of all digital Research Technical Professionals (dRTPs), Research Software Engineer is a role that encompasses a wide variety of potenti...

A Community-Owned Database Mapping dRTP Roles, Skills, and Training

Poster presented at the 10th Research Software Engineering Conference (RSECon26) in Sheffield, UK, 9-11 September, 2026. Abstract As is typical of all digital Research Technical Professionals (dRTPs), Research Software Engineer is a role that encompasses a wide variety of potenti...

Validating the biological origin of in vivo fractional intracellular volume from VERDICT-MRI in the prostate

Abstract Objective Noninvasive microstructure estimates using magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) show potential in improving prostate cancer (PCa) diagnosis; however, histological validation is necessary. Materials and methods We used data from the Histo-MRI trial (NCT04792138). Pa...

How to train your slop cannon: A short guide to using large language models for research in the natural sciences

Large Language Models are transforming mathematics and the physical sciences, allowing scientists to explore ideas quickly and raise their sights to grand challenges. But they also produce plausible but wrong text at industrial scale. Staying afloat in this torrent of slop requir...

Nicotine pouches: Common questions and answers

A guide for practitioners answering common questions about the current evidence on nicotine pouches, including questions they may encounter from clients.

HIV and anticholinergic burden: Towards a pragmatic stewardship algorithm

Abstract Background Multimorbidity and polypharmacy increase exposure to medications with anticholinergic properties in people with HIV. In elderly people, higher anticholinergic burden (ACB) is linked to cognitive impairment, falls, functional decline and mortality, whose risk i...

Plasma Characteristics in Underwater Laser Welding via In Situ Observation and Optical Emission Spectroscopy

During underwater laser welding, the coupling among water cooling, gas–liquid interface disturbances, and metal-vapor recoil pressure means that the relationships among plasma evolution, the thermal state of the keyhole, and spatter behavior remain insufficiently understood. In t...

Dust Substructures and Line Perturbations driven by a Forming Planet in J16120

Abstract Hints of planet formation have been independently reported within the gap of the disc around 2MASS J16120668-301027 from millimetre continuum, infrared, and Hα observations. In this work, we present new evidence for ongoing planet formation based on Atacama Large Millime...

A protocol for biodiversity-informed wildlife disease surveillance

Land use and climate change are increasing the risk of spillover of zoonotic disease into human populations. However, we lack actionable information about the prevalence of pathogens in wildlife populations for most of the globe, challenging our ability to implement strategies to...

Boundedness and Decay of Waves on Spatially Flat Decelerated FLRW Spacetimes

Abstract We study the linear wave equation on a class of spatially homogeneous and isotropic Friedmann–Lemaǐtre–Robertson–Walker (FLRW) spacetimes in the decelerated regime with spatial topology $$\mathbb {R}^3$$ R 3 . Employing twisted t -weighted multiplier vector fields, we es...

Exploring the experiences, views, and needs of family members of emergency response workers: a systematic review and meta-synthesis

This review highlights that family members play a central role in maintaining the well-being of emergency responders, yet simultaneously face hardships associated with their family member's work and feel undervalued despite their support. This lack of recognition extends to limit...

Preparing for pregnancy while living with HIV: An exploratory qualitative study of Women's preconception information needs and priorities

Abstract Introduction Preconception health is a key determinant of birthing people and infant outcomes. However, for people living with HIV, preconception care has predominantly focused on preventing vertical transmission, often neglecting broader needs. We conducted an explorato...

Effect of an Intervention Program on Gross Motor Skills in Peruvian Preschool Children

Background: The development of motor skills in childhood contributes to overall well-being throughout life. However, delays in these skills without intervention may negatively affect both physical and psychological health. Objective: This study aimed to evaluate the effect of an...

Co-development of a Mental Health Data Discovery Platform and Harmonisation of Mental Health Measures for Young People in South Africa (PAMHoYA) - A research protocol

Africa’s mental health information landscape is widely recognised as fragmented, limiting planning, budgeting, and service delivery. In South Africa, this fragmentation is reflected in the collection of depression and anxiety data across multiple institutions and studies, using d...

Evaluating Concerning Behavior of Fixated Individuals

Fixated individuals who send repeated concerning communications to public figures pose a significant challenge, particularly when such communications escalate to approach or violence. The present study examined associations between three sources of threat assessment information-m...

Associations of leisure time and occupational physical activity with tobacco smoking and dual use of e-cigarettes among adults – a representative cross-sectional survey in Germany

Abstract Background Physical inactivity and tobacco smoking are risk factors for chronic diseases, and the combination of both further increase health risks. While leisure time physical activity (LTPA) improves cardiovascular health and is associated with lower smoking prevalence...

Clinical, Allied Health, and Research/Advocacy Professionals’ Perspectives on Body Image and Support Needs for Young Adults with Cancer; A Qualitative Study

. Participants identified the need for tailored, patient centred care, peer support and better professional training to address BI distress in YAC. Support should be timely, adaptable to individual needs and sustained across the care pathway.