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The research will be undertaken in collaboration with the Prime Minister’s Council for Science and Technology.
Professor Alex Colás has been celebrated for making the first systematic attempt to think through the implications of the earth’s geographical separation into land and sea for capitalist development.
The College’s Autumn Graduations brought together staff and students from across Birkbeck to celebrate the academic achievements of over 800 students.
Former Universities Minister, Jo Johnson will be formally recognised as a Fellow of Birkbeck, receiving the university’s highest award.
The book delves into the rich history of the College and its staff, both past and present.
New research commissioned by Birkbeck has discovered an attitude shift among young people, with only 1 in 5 feeling that moving away from their hometown or city to go to university is important, and 50% wanting to get a job whilst studying.
Projects ranged from recovering the heritage of Stratford; the recognition of craftwork amongst Chilean prisoners under Chilean General Augusto Pinochet; to developing policies for innovation in Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) member states.
Professor Dame Marina Warner CBE received the award for services to the humanities.
The findings demonstrate the sensitivity of natural ecosystems to climate change and enables better forecasting of impacts of future climate changes.
Scheme provides for outstandingly distinguished academics, based in overseas universities, to contribute to the knowledge and skills of the host institution and to gain from the cross-exchange with faculty and students.
