Research news

Senior academic says credible information is crucial for NHS managers

NHS bosses need good quality data to be able to make effective decisions about its future, according to a Kingston Business School professor.

New findings emphasise importance of vitamin D in pregnancy

The amount of vitamin D in mothers determines more than half the levels found in their newborn babies – almost three times as much as previously thought, according to new Kingston University research.

Barclays-funded research finds a simple smile could be the key to business success

Small firms should go back to basics and adopt the old-fashioned mantra of service with a smile to get ahead, according to new Kingston Business School research.

Healthcare research impact expert joins Kingston University and St George's, University of London

An expert in evaluating the impact of research on healthcare policy and practice has joined Kingston University and St George's, University of London.

Extent of CIA rendition flights revealed in new research

An international relations expert from Kingston University has played a key role in a project tracking more than 11,000 flights by aircraft linked to rendition, secret detention and torture.

Scientists put bowel cancer under the microscope

A Kingston University professor has begun a two-year study which could help prolong the lives of people with colorectal tumours.

Unearthing the hidden women of science and inspiring the next generation

The historic role of British women in science will be the subject of a new project, funded by the Arts and Humanities Research Council, set to encourage young women to get involved in the field.

Appointments enhance art and design education

Four influential figures from the worlds of art and design have joined Kingston University as professors and research fellows.

Attorney General welcomes new website to help questioning of vulnerable witnesses post-Savile

As more sexual abuse allegations emerge against celebrities, the Attorney General has praised a new online resource designed to help make questioning a less traumatic process for vulnerable witnesses.

Learning disability end-of-life researcher joins Faculty of Health, Social Care and Education

An expert in the palliative care of people with learning disabilities has taken up a new role at Kingston University and St George's, University of London.

World's first cyborg takes centre stage at Café Scientifique

Kingston University's latest Café Scientifique event has been hosted by a professor so dedicated to his research he underwent an operation to become part human and part machine.

Kingston researchers to develop alternatives to antibiotics

In March, the UK chief medical officer Dame Sally Davies produced a report warning of the steady rise of multidrug resistant forms of many dangerous bacteria and said that antibiotics resistance is "as big a risk as terrorism".

Human rights festival examines political future of Iraq

The impact of conflict in the Middle East and genocide in Sudan have been among the hard-hitting topics on the programme during Kingston University's annual Human Rights Festival.

Letters chronicling long-standing Iris Murdoch friendship to go on display

Kingston University's Centre for Iris Murdoch Studies has teamed up with Kingston Museum to showcase the results of a community project exploring the late novelist's letters.

Collection chronicles career of musical theatre giant Stephen Sondheim

Fifty years of musical theatre magic has been captured in a newly-acquired Kingston University archive celebrating the work of composer Stephen Sondheim.

Study investigates satisfaction with support offered to stroke survivors' carers

Experts from Kingston University and St George's, University of London are examining how well social services meet the needs of people looking after family members who have had a stroke.

Research finds communicating risk can be a risky business

Individuals whose jobs involve communicating risk need to be more aware of the different ways people may interpret what they say, new Kingston Business School research shows.

Rehabilitation sciences specialist helps point way to better use of allied health professionals

An expert from Kingston University and St George's, University of London has contributed to a new report recommending ways allied health professionals can be used more effectively to improve clinical outcomes as well as in research, education and training.

Microbiology expert warns of dangers of bacterial resistance

A Kingston University professor has welcomed the findings of a Government report calling for urgent action to tackle the growing threat of antibiotic resistance.