Universities must become catalysts for global good”: UCL’s Vice-Provost Geraint Rees on AI, innovation & the future of research Universities are crucial for innovation and ethical leadership amidst global shifts. They drive research in AI, climate, and health, fostering economic growth. Professor Geraint Rees of University Col...

"Universities aren't just places of knowledge, they are catalysts for change": @profgeraintrees.bsky.social tells Economic Times India in an interview covering global collaboration, AI & translating research into societal benefits #UCLandIndia
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Inspired By: Achala Moulik | A life in chapters | Portico Magazine | UCL Achala Moulik (UCL Economics BSc 1962) shares the stories and experiences that have shaped her life, from seeing independence come to India in 1947 and studying at UCL in the early 1960s, to working a...

Achala Moulik (UCL Economics '62) witnessed Partition, studied at UCL in the early ’60s, led in India’s civil service (including Education Secretary) and built a second career as an award-winning author — with her latest novel set at UCL.

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Networking for success with Abhishek Gulati How capitalising on UCL’s extensive network helped Abhishek Gulati (UCL Management MSc 2018) navigate a diverse career, from the luxury industry to career coaching and the EdTech sector.

Networking with purpose: Abhishek Gulati (UCL Management MSc 2018) used @ucl.ac.uk connections to move from the luxury sector into EdTech and career coaching at Mindler.

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@ucl.ac.uk delegation, led by @profgeraintrees.bsky.social, visited Delhi & Mumbai to deepen ties with AIIMS and IIT Delhi; announced 7 MedTech trilateral projects; progressed quantum next steps; and advanced doctoral co-supervision & mobility.
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Spotlight on... Nidhi Chaudhary Nidhi Chaudhary, Director of Education in STEaPP (Science, Technology, Engineering and Public Policy) and Founder of the Co-Design Lab, talks about improving student support, creating a fairer framework for AI, and why Salvador Dalí tops her dream dinner guest list.

Spotlight on Dr Nidhi Chaudhary, Director of Education in STEaPP (Science, Technology, Engineering and Public Policy) and Founder of the Co-Design Lab, using co-design to tackle real-world challenges and AI futures.

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PhD student Anando Ghosh (@thebartlettucl.bsky.social) is using his @ucl.ac.uk experience to work on environmental justice from India to Brazil and beyond – through Turing funding, Reach Alliance and the Stockholm Trio collaboration.

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Interstellar Space Technologies aims to enable mass manufacturing and research in space, with a vision to launch the world’s first space station dedicated to manufacturing.

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Inaugural recipients of UCL-AIIMS-IITD trilateral seed funds revealed UCL, AIIMS and IIT Delhi have unveiled the first trilateral research collaborations set to co-develop affordable medical technologies across devices, implants, and digital health.

In New Delhi today, UCL, AIIMS and IIT Delhi revealed the inaugural recipients of the trilateral seed fund — UK–India teams co-developing affordable medical technologies across devices, implants and digital health (diagnostics, imaging and surgical interventions).
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@ucl.ac.uk is in India today! Join us as we share updates from the visit and stories of our collaborations. Led by Vice-Provost
@profgeraintrees.bsky.social, our team will strengthen ties with key partners.

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Explore UCL’s connections with India: www.ucl.ac.uk/global/regio...

Beyond borders, within budget? The study abroad dilemma no one talks about Indian students increasingly focus on value and career prospects when choosing to study abroad. UK remains a top destination amid growing educational ties and new opportunities.

In an article for leading news outlet India Today, UCL President & Provost Dr Michael Spence explores how value, career clarity & global impact are shaping study abroad choices for Indian students #UCLandIndia www.indiatoday.in/education-to...

Student spotlight: Kavya Mukhija Kavya Mukhija is studying for an MSc in Disability, Design and Innovation at UCL. Originally from New Delhi, India, she is a Chevening Scholar, disability rights advocate, and content creator.

Marking India’s #NationalEducationDay with Kavya Mukhija: Chevening Scholar, disability advocate and UCL MSc Disability, Design and Innovation student, pushing accessible learning and inclusive design—from streets to screens.

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UCL India Open Days: meet UCL academics and explore programmes in Mumbai (2 Nov), Bangalore (5 Nov) and New Delhi (8 Nov).

Featuring: The Bartlett, Arts & Humanities, Engineering, Life Sciences, Population Health Sciences, Social & Historical Sciences, and the School of Management.

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Are you based in Mumbai, Bangalore, or New Delhi? Don’t miss our upcoming in-person Open Days this November!

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📸: UCL India Summer School & The British School New Delhi

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UCL President & Provost Dr Michael Spence has joined the UK Prime Minister’s official visit to India.

The visit brings together government, university and industry figures from both countries to showcase partnerships and innovations: bit.ly/475VSGn

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UCL joins UK Prime Minister India visit and unveils new technology collaborations UCL President & Provost Dr Michael Spence has joined UK Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer’s first official visit to India this week, advancing UCL’s strategic collaborations across technology and innova...

UCL President & Provost Dr Michael Spence was delighted to join the UK Prime Minister's trade visit to India this week, announcing exciting new collaborations in MedTech and assistive tech. A great opportunity to celebrate UK-India innovation #UCLandIndia

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This week we welcomed the Confederation of Indian Industry to @ucl.ac.uk .

We explored how research, @uclc.bsky.social, and initiatives like our @uclgrandchallenges.bsky.social can support shared goals—advancing innovation, climate solutions, AI and data empowerment.

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UCL — Driving meaningful change in the education sector Professor Geraint Rees, Vice-Provost (Research, Innovation & Global Engagement) at University College London (UCL) talks to EdexLive about education and India

‘We teach students how to think, not what to think.’ 💡 – Professor Geraint Rees (@profgeraintrees.bsky.social)

UCL is driving meaningful educational change and strengthening its ties with India to prepare students for global challenges: www.edexlive.com/news/2024/De...

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UCL and India: co-creating innovative solutions to tackle global challenges UCL enjoyed a successful delegation visit to India this month, launching pioneering new collaborations with leading institutions and connecting with students, alumni, philanthropists and partners acro...

Recently, we visited India to strengthen collaborations and explore innovative solutions for a sustainable future.

It was wonderful reconnecting with students, alumni, philanthropists, and partners across the country: www.ucl.ac.uk/global/news/...

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Dr Michael Spence (UCL) and Professor Govindan Rangarajan (IISc Bengaluru) holding copies of the Letter of Intent signed in November 2024

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Professor Geraint Rees (UCL VP RIGE), Mercedes White (Head of Global Talent Network, Department for Business & Trade), KT Rajan (Cluster Head - Technology and Innovation, British High Commission in India), Professor Chiranjib Bhattacharyya (Indian Institute of Science), Umakanth Soni (Chairman, AI Foundry)

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UCL enjoyed a successful delegation visit to India this month. Highlights include launching pioneering new collaborations with leading institutions, as well as connecting with students, alumni, philanthropists and partners across the country.

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