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Birkbeck researchers have uncovered a way that may help stop the spread of antibiotic resistance, in a move that could impact the lives of millions globally.
The majority of Birkbeck’s research (83%) has been confirmed as world-leading and internationally excellent in the 2021 Research Excellence Framework (REF), the UK’s official assessment of the quality and impact of research in universities, published today.
This year’s Science Week, open to the public, is taking place from 29 March to 31 March, with the option to join in-person or virtually.
Collaborative research determines the structure of the protein perforin which will help scientists design drugs to enhance or prevent its activity.
Ken Holmes, Birkbeck alumnus and outstanding molecular biologist, died recently at the age of 87. His achievements and inspiring presence at the ISMB symposium are remembered here.
Councillor Sabrina Francis, Mayor of Camden, opened Birkbeck’s new state-of-the-art teaching centre this week, unveiling a plaque that celebrates 200 years of Birkbeck providing education in Camden.
Birkbeck's Department of Biological Sciences hosted the EMBO Practical Course in Cryo-EM Image Processing in September.
Birkbeck’s School of Science is holding a programme of free online talks that will be open to a global audience and live streamed to Birkbeck’s YouTube channel.
The society has awarded Birkbeck’s BSc Biomedicine degree with accreditation, providing an assurance that students will graduate with the skills and knowledge needed to thrive in a global market.
Academics from Birkbeck’s five Schools have been conferred to the title of Professor in recognition of their contribution to their respective fields.