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St George's, University of London
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City St George's, University of London
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sgul.ac.uk
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2024
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City St George's, University of London is a private UK higher education institution formed through the August 2024 merger of St George's, University of London (medical school heritage dating to 1752) and City, University of London. It operates across three central London campuses — Clerkenwell, Moorgate, and Tooting — delivering more than 300 undergraduate, postgraduate taught, postgraduate research, foundation, apprenticeship, and professional short courses through six schools: School of Policy & Global Affairs, School of Communication & Creativity, Bayes Business School, School of Health & Medical Sciences, School of Science & Technology, and The City Law School. Academic delivery relies on standard learning management systems (Moodle, Canvas), while research infrastructure includes a Biological Research Facility with a Zebrafish Unit at the Tooting campus and dedicated research services such as the St George's Respiratory Questionnaire used globally in respiratory clinical trials.

The institution generates revenue from four streams: tuition fees (UK/EU and international, including NHS-funded health degrees), research grants and funding from government, charity, and industry partners, commercial services (accommodation, conference facilities, consultancy), and alumni/support donations directed to areas such as the Sudden Cardiac Death Fund and Neurosciences Research Fund. Go-to-market is event-driven, combining open days, campus tours, virtual engagement, university fairs, and international agent networks, supported by an active social media presence across X, Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, YouTube, TikTok, and Weibo.

Business and employer clients are served through degree apprenticeships, Knowledge Transfer Partnerships, bespoke training, consultancy, and the Health Innovation Nexus enterprise hub at Tooting. Operational accreditation and quality recognition include a TEF Silver award (Office for Students, 2023), Ofsted Good provider rating, Athena Swan Bronze, Stonewall Silver (2024), Race Equality Charter Bronze, and Disability Confident Leader status. The merged entity is preparing to launch new AI undergraduate and postgraduate degrees in 2026 and a research centre won the SEHTA 2026 Business Award for health-technology innovation.

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City St George's, University of London is a UK higher education institution formed in 2024 via merger, delivering 300+ degree programmes across health, business, law, science, and communication through three London campuses to domestic and international students, NHS employers, and corporate clients.

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higher education, medical research, health sciences, business school, professional development
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1International & Global Research Universities (Multi-Campus/International Footprint)
CodeEDAHABAIPrimaryYes
NAICS code2 codes
  • Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools6113
  • Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools61131
SIC code1 code
  • Services-Educational Services8200
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Higher Education
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1Tuition Fees
TypeSubscription Recurring
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The university generates revenue through tuition fees from undergraduate, postgraduate taught, and research degree programs. International and domestic student fees form a significant portion of revenue. The institution offers NHS-funded degrees in health sciences.

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2Research Grants and Funding
TypeProfessional Services
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The university receives research grants and funding from government bodies, charities, and industry partners. Research funding supports the university's research centres, groups, and institutes across health, science, and policy disciplines.

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3Commercial Services and Facilities
TypeProfessional Services
Description

Revenue generated from using university facilities including accommodation, research facilities, conference facilities, and consultancy services to businesses.

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4Alumni and Supporter Donations
TypeSubscription Recurring
Description

The university receives donations and charitable support from alumni and supporters through various funds including Sudden Cardiac Death Fund, Neurosciences Research Fund, and student hardship funds.

citystgeorges.ac.uk
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Pricing details3 tiers
1Undergraduate tuition fees
ModelSubscriptionBilling cadenceAnnual
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Fee amounts not publicly listed on main website - directed to fee schedules page for detailed breakdown by program.

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2Postgraduate taught degrees
ModelSubscriptionBilling cadenceAnnual
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Postgraduate tuition fees vary by program - specific amounts available through prospectus and fee schedules.

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3Professional and short courses
ModelSubscriptionBilling cadencePay-as-you-go
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Short courses and professional development programs offered with separate pricing structures.

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City St George's, University of London (formed from the August 2024 merger of City, University of London and St George's, University of London) is a higher education institution delivering over 300 career-focused undergraduate, postgraduate taught, postgraduate research, foundation, apprenticeship, and professional short courses across three London campuses (Clerkenwell, Moorgate, Tooting). Core teaching and academic services are organised across six schools spanning policy and global affairs, communication and creativity, business (Bayes), health and medical sciences, science and technology, and law. The institution also provides commercial research services, consultancy, and facility hire to external organisations.

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  • TEF Silver Award for teaching quality
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City St George's, University of London (formed from the merger of City, University of London and St George's, University of London in 2024) is a higher education institution offering over 300 career-focused degrees across six schools: School of Policy & Global Affairs, School of Communication & Creativity, Bayes Business School, School of Health & Medical Sciences, School of Science & Technology, and The City Law School. The institution operates across three London campuses (Clerkenwell, Moorgate, and Tooting) and provides a portfolio of undergraduate, postgraduate taught, research, foundation, and professional development programmes. Research activities are supported through dedicated centres, doctoral training, and commercial research services including consultancy and facilities access. The institution also offers business support services through its enterprise and innovation programmes, including startup support, knowledge transfer partnerships, and concept development awards.

Product and service10 records
1Undergraduate Degrees
CategoryAcademic Programme
Description

Undergraduate degree programmes across multiple disciplines including business, law, health sciences, communication, humanities, science, and technology, delivered over multiple years of full-time study to prospective UK and international students.

2Postgraduate Taught Degrees (Master's)
CategoryAcademic Programme
Description

Master's level programmes offering advanced study and professional development across various fields for graduates and professionals seeking higher qualifications.

3Postgraduate Research Degrees
CategoryAcademic Programme
Description

Doctoral and research degree programmes including PhDs across multiple academic disciplines for students pursuing original research training.

4Foundation Courses
CategoryAcademic Programme
Description

Preparatory programmes designed to prepare students for undergraduate study, providing an alternative entry route for those who do not meet direct entry requirements.

5Apprenticeships
CategoryAcademic Programme
Description

Degree apprenticeship programmes combining academic study with practical work experience, available to employers and apprentices.

6Professional and Short Courses
CategoryAcademic Programme
Description

Continuing professional development and short courses for career advancement and skill development, aimed at working professionals and learners seeking focused study without a full degree commitment.

7Research Services
CategoryResearch and Commercial Service
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Research facilities (including the Biological Research Facility and Tooting Research Facilities), consultancy services, and Knowledge Transfer Partnerships made available to external businesses, organisations, and research collaborators.

8The St George's Respiratory Questionnaire
CategoryResearch Instrument
Description

A validated research instrument developed at St George's for assessing respiratory health outcomes, used in clinical trials and research globally in studies of respiratory disease.

9Doctoral Researcher Development Programme (DRDP)
CategoryResearch Training Programme
Description

Training and development programme supporting doctoral researchers throughout their PhD studies at the institution.

10AI Undergraduate and Postgraduate Degrees
CategoryAcademic Programme
Description

New undergraduate and postgraduate degree programmes in artificial intelligence offered in London, led by world-class experts, with launch announced for 2026.

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Partnership1 partner
Strategic tierFlagshipTypeStrategic or Co-development PartnerAnnounced on2024-08-01
Description

City, University of London merged with St George's, University of London in August 2024 to form City St George's, University of London. This merger combined two institutions with complementary strengths - City's business and professional education with St George's medical and health sciences heritage dating to 1752. The combined institution offers over 300 degree programs across three London campuses.

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Peers10 records
TypeDirect peer
Description

Major London research university operating across health and biomedical sciences, law, business, and humanities across multiple campuses — closest like-for-like combined medical + business + law institution to City St George's.

TypeDirect peer
Description

Comprehensive London research university with strengths across medicine, engineering, law, and business (UCL School of Management); competes directly for UK and international students and research funding.

TypeDirect peer
Description

London-based research university with a medical school and heavy STEM/business focus (Imperial College Business School); directly competes for health-sciences students and NHS-funded programmes.

TypeDirect peer
Description

London-based research-intensive Russell Group university with a medical school (Barts and The London) and broad disciplinary coverage; comparable multi-campus London model and similar mid-tier research positioning.

TypeDirect peer
Description

Central London specialist university with strong business, law, and social-science programmes; overlaps with Bayes Business School and City Law School for postgraduate and international students.

TypeDirect peer
Description

Large London post-1992 university with diverse vocational and professional programmes; competes for the same international and non-Russell Group domestic student segments that City St George's targets.

TypeDirect peer
Description

London-based university with strong professional/vocational programmes in law, business, and communications; directly comparable in scale and segment focus to City St George's non-health portfolio.

TypeDirect peer
Description

Inner-London university with a broad professional and vocational portfolio; competes for non-Russell Group undergraduate and international applicants in the same catchment.

TypeEmerging player
Description

Purpose-built professional university strong in law, business, and health apprenticeships; overlaps with The City Law School and Bayes for professional/vocational markets and degree-apprenticeship competition.

TypeRegional player
Description

East London public university with broad vocational and health programmes; competes for the same diverse London undergraduate pool that City St George's targets through clearing and foundation routes.

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St George's, University of London

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City St George's, University of London is a UK higher education institution formed in 2024 via merger, delivering 300+ degree programmes across health, business, law, science, and communication through three London campuses to domestic and international students, NHS employers, and corporate clients.

What St George's, University of London does

City St George's, University of London is a private UK higher education institution formed through the August 2024 merger of St George's, University of London (medical school heritage dating to 1752) and City, University of London. It operates across three central London campuses — Clerkenwell, Moorgate, and Tooting — delivering more than 300 undergraduate, postgraduate taught, postgraduate research, foundation, apprenticeship, and professional short courses through six schools: School of Policy & Global Affairs, School of Communication & Creativity, Bayes Business School, School of Health & Medical Sciences, School of Science & Technology, and The City Law School. Academic delivery relies on standard learning management systems (Moodle, Canvas), while research infrastructure includes a Biological Research Facility with a Zebrafish Unit at the Tooting campus and dedicated research services such as the St George's Respiratory Questionnaire used globally in respiratory clinical trials.

The institution generates revenue from four streams: tuition fees (UK/EU and international, including NHS-funded health degrees), research grants and funding from government, charity, and industry partners, commercial services (accommodation, conference facilities, consultancy), and alumni/support donations directed to areas such as the Sudden Cardiac Death Fund and Neurosciences Research Fund. Go-to-market is event-driven, combining open days, campus tours, virtual engagement, university fairs, and international agent networks, supported by an active social media presence across X, Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, YouTube, TikTok, and Weibo.

Business and employer clients are served through degree apprenticeships, Knowledge Transfer Partnerships, bespoke training, consultancy, and the Health Innovation Nexus enterprise hub at Tooting. Operational accreditation and quality recognition include a TEF Silver award (Office for Students, 2023), Ofsted Good provider rating, Athena Swan Bronze, Stonewall Silver (2024), Race Equality Charter Bronze, and Disability Confident Leader status. The merged entity is preparing to launch new AI undergraduate and postgraduate degrees in 2026 and a research centre won the SEHTA 2026 Business Award for health-technology innovation.

St George's, University of London firmographics

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Name
St George's, University of London
Legal name
City St George's, University of London
Website
https://sgul.ac.uk
Company type
Private
Founded year
2024
Operating status
Operating
Short description
City St George's, University of London is a UK higher education institution formed in 2024 via merger, delivering 300+ degree programmes across health, business, law, science, and communication through three London campuses to domestic and international students, NHS employers, and corporate clients.
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St George's, University of London industry classification

Industry
Product category
Higher Education
NAICS
Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools (6113), Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools (61131)
SIC
Services-Educational Services (8200)
akta.pro primary industry
International & Global Research Universities (Multi-Campus/International Footprint) (EDAHABAI)

Keywords

  • Higher education
  • Medical research
  • Health sciences
  • Business school
  • Professional development

Where St George's, University of London is headquartered

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London
HQ country
United Kingdom
HQ region
Europe

Offices4 records

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St George's, University of London business model

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B2B and B2C
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Services
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Personnel, Infrastructure, Operations, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Others

Revenue model

  1. Tuition Fees: The university generates revenue through tuition fees from undergraduate, postgraduate taught, and research degree programs. International and domestic student fees form a significant portion of revenue. The institution offers NHS-funded degrees in health sciences.
  2. Research Grants and Funding: The university receives research grants and funding from government bodies, charities, and industry partners. Research funding supports the university's research centres, groups, and institutes across health, science, and policy disciplines.
  3. Commercial Services and Facilities: Revenue generated from using university facilities including accommodation, research facilities, conference facilities, and consultancy services to businesses.
  4. Alumni and Supporter Donations: The university receives donations and charitable support from alumni and supporters through various funds including Sudden Cardiac Death Fund, Neurosciences Research Fund, and student hardship funds.

Pricing tiers

ModelBillingPrice
SubscriptionAnnualUndergraduate tuition fees
SubscriptionAnnualPostgraduate taught degrees
SubscriptionPay-as-you-goProfessional and short courses

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels7 records

St George's, University of London product offering

Product offering

Core offering

City St George's, University of London (formed from the August 2024 merger of City, University of London and St George's, University of London) is a higher education institution delivering over 300 career-focused undergraduate, postgraduate taught, postgraduate research, foundation, apprenticeship, and professional short courses across three London campuses (Clerkenwell, Moorgate, Tooting). Core teaching and academic services are organised across six schools spanning policy and global affairs, communication and creativity, business (Bayes), health and medical sciences, science and technology, and law. The institution also provides commercial research services, consultancy, and facility hire to external organisations.

Product overview

City St George's, University of London (formed from the merger of City, University of London and St George's, University of London in 2024) is a higher education institution offering over 300 career-focused degrees across six schools: School of Policy & Global Affairs, School of Communication & Creativity, Bayes Business School, School of Health & Medical Sciences, School of Science & Technology, and The City Law School. The institution operates across three London campuses (Clerkenwell, Moorgate, and Tooting) and provides a portfolio of undergraduate, postgraduate taught, research, foundation, and professional development programmes. Research activities are supported through dedicated centres, doctoral training, and commercial research services including consultancy and facilities access. The institution also offers business support services through its enterprise and innovation programmes, including startup support, knowledge transfer partnerships, and concept development awards.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

  • Undergraduate Degrees Undergraduate degree programmes across multiple disciplines including business, law, health sciences, communication, humanities, science, and technology, delivered over multiple years of full-time study to prospective UK and international students.
  • Postgraduate Taught Degrees (Master's) Master's level programmes offering advanced study and professional development across various fields for graduates and professionals seeking higher qualifications.
  • Postgraduate Research Degrees Doctoral and research degree programmes including PhDs across multiple academic disciplines for students pursuing original research training.
  • Foundation Courses Preparatory programmes designed to prepare students for undergraduate study, providing an alternative entry route for those who do not meet direct entry requirements.
  • Apprenticeships Degree apprenticeship programmes combining academic study with practical work experience, available to employers and apprentices.
  • Professional and Short Courses Continuing professional development and short courses for career advancement and skill development, aimed at working professionals and learners seeking focused study without a full degree commitment.
  • Research Services Research facilities (including the Biological Research Facility and Tooting Research Facilities), consultancy services, and Knowledge Transfer Partnerships made available to external businesses, organisations, and research collaborators.
  • The St George's Respiratory Questionnaire A validated research instrument developed at St George's for assessing respiratory health outcomes, used in clinical trials and research globally in studies of respiratory disease.
  • Doctoral Researcher Development Programme (DRDP) Training and development programme supporting doctoral researchers throughout their PhD studies at the institution.
  • AI Undergraduate and Postgraduate Degrees New undergraduate and postgraduate degree programmes in artificial intelligence offered in London, led by world-class experts, with launch announced for 2026.

Quantifiable outcome

  • TEF Silver Award for teaching quality
  • +2 more outcomes

Companies that use St George's, University of London

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Named customers3 records

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St George's, University of London partnerships and signals

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One partnership is on record.

  • City, University of LondonflagshipStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 August 2024City, University of London merged with St George's, University of London in August 2024 to form City St George's, University of London. This merger combined two institutions with complementary strengths - City's business and professional education with St George's medical and health sciences heritage dating to 1752. The combined institution offers over 300 degree programs across three London campuses.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

St George's, University of London competitors and assessment

Company assessment

Direct peers

  • King's College London: Major London research university operating across health and biomedical sciences, law, business, and humanities across multiple campuses — closest like-for-like combined medical + business + law institution to City St George's.
  • University College London (UCL): Comprehensive London research university with strengths across medicine, engineering, law, and business (UCL School of Management); competes directly for UK and international students and research funding.
  • Imperial College London: London-based research university with a medical school and heavy STEM/business focus (Imperial College Business School); directly competes for health-sciences students and NHS-funded programmes.
  • Queen Mary University of London: London-based research-intensive Russell Group university with a medical school (Barts and The London) and broad disciplinary coverage; comparable multi-campus London model and similar mid-tier research positioning.
  • London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE): Central London specialist university with strong business, law, and social-science programmes; overlaps with Bayes Business School and City Law School for postgraduate and international students.
  • Middlesex University London: Large London post-1992 university with diverse vocational and professional programmes; competes for the same international and non-Russell Group domestic student segments that City St George's targets.
  • University of Westminster: London-based university with strong professional/vocational programmes in law, business, and communications; directly comparable in scale and segment focus to City St George's non-health portfolio.
  • London Metropolitan University: Inner-London university with a broad professional and vocational portfolio; competes for non-Russell Group undergraduate and international applicants in the same catchment.

Emerging players

  • BPP University: Purpose-built professional university strong in law, business, and health apprenticeships; overlaps with The City Law School and Bayes for professional/vocational markets and degree-apprenticeship competition.

Regional players

  • University of East London: East London public university with broad vocational and health programmes; competes for the same diverse London undergraduate pool that City St George's targets through clearing and foundation routes.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

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St George's, University of London compliance and trust

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Funding rounds1 record

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St George's, University of London M&A and investment

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Frequently asked questions about St George's, University of London

What does St George's, University of London do?

City St George's, University of London (formed from the August 2024 merger of City, University of London and St George's, University of London) is a higher education institution delivering over 300 career-focused undergraduate, postgraduate taught, postgraduate research, foundation, apprenticeship, and professional short courses across three London campuses (Clerkenwell, Moorgate, Tooting). Core teaching and academic services are organised across six schools spanning policy and global affairs, communication and creativity, business (Bayes), health and medical sciences, science and technology, and law. The institution also provides commercial research services, consultancy, and facility hire to external organisations.

Is St George's, University of London a public or private company?

St George's, University of London is a private company. It is classified as nonprofit foundation owned and is currently operating.

When was St George's, University of London founded?

St George's, University of London was founded in 2024.

Where is St George's, University of London based?

St George's, University of London is headquartered in London, United Kingdom, in the Europe region.

How does St George's, University of London make money?

Four revenue lines are on record. Tuition Fees are the primary driver. The others are research Grants and Funding, commercial Services and Facilities and alumni and Supporter Donations.

Who are St George's, University of London's main competitors?

Direct peers on record are King's College London, University College London (UCL), Imperial College London, Queen Mary University of London, London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE), Middlesex University London, University of Westminster and London Metropolitan University. BPP University is listed as an emerging player. University of East London is listed as a regional player.

Does St George's, University of London have an API?

No public API is recorded for St George's, University of London.

What industry is St George's, University of London in?

St George's, University of London's product category is Higher Education. Its primary akta.pro industry code is EDAHABAI, International & Global Research Universities (Multi-Campus/International Footprint). Its NAICS code is 6113 and its SIC code is 8200.

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IfengProhibiting AI in the classroom is the real risk to education.This opinion article argues that universities should integrate AI into education rather than ban it, as blanket prohibitions create an educational paradox where schools claim to prepare students for the future yet restrict access to tools shaping that future. The author advocates for a layered approach with different AI usage rules depending on task type, mandatory disclosure requirements, and reformed evaluation systems that assess learning processes rather than final text submissions. The piece cites Northeastern University, St George's University in London, and the University of Chicago Law School as examples of institutions implementing varying levels of AI restrictions, while referencing Stanford Professor Fei-Fei Li's countervailing view that every school and student should embrace AI.Mirage NewsLockdown Kids in England Struggle With Focus, EmotionsThe BICYCLE study, hosted by City St. George's, University of London, assessed 205 children born during England\'s first COVID-19 lockdown and found that executive functioning reported by caregivers was below typical pre-pandemic levels, with one-third of children rated as having executive functioning needs. The researchers concluded that limited social diversity in the early years may have impacted everyday executive functioning, including difficulties with task persistence, following instructions, and adapting behavior. They suggested additional resources may be needed for school and family interventions to support these children\'s developmental needs.The HinduMulti-centric study to contain antimicrobial resistant neonatal sepsis begins in IndiaThe international NeoSep 1 trial evaluating life-saving antibiotic combinations for newborns with sepsis has expanded to India, with the first babies recruited at JIPMER in Puducherry and Pt. B.D. Sharma PGIMS in Rohtak. The trial, sponsored by the GARDP Foundation in collaboration with UCL, City St George's University of London, and Penta Foundation, is also underway in Vietnam and Pakistan, with Malaysia, Bangladesh, and Uganda planned next. This expansion positions India as a key participant in the global effort to address antimicrobial-resistant neonatal sepsis.City St George's, University of LondonExploring a healthier future for UK convenience stores • City St George's, University of LondonThe City St George's Food Policy Symposium 2026, held at City St George's, University of London, brought together academics, public health experts, retailers and food industry professionals to examine the future of the UK's convenience store sector. The event highlighted concerns that tight profit margins, supply chain pressures and the promotion of high fat, salt and sugar products make it difficult for retailers to stock healthier options, despite almost 50,000 convenience stores contributing £45 billion annually to the UK economy. Speakers argued that convenience stores can improve access to healthier food while remaining commercially viable through collaborative solutions between retailers, policymakers and community organisations.Gadgets 360UK Food Supply At Risk From War Or Climate Shocks, Report WarnsProfessor Tim Lang of City St George's, University of London, has warned that the UK faces significant food supply risks from climate change, war, or global crises, citing the country's reliance on imports and a highly concentrated distribution system. The UK's food self-sufficiency stands at only 54%, with 12,000 supermarkets depending on just 131 distribution centres, making the system vulnerable to disruptions. A report for the National Preparedness Commission notes that Britain has no laws requiring authorities to ensure food supply during emergencies, and that post-Brexit changes have further strained the food system.PR NewswireEl método para dejar de fumar de Allen Carr es igual de efectivo que el ofrecido por el sistema de salud británicoA randomised controlled trial conducted by the Centre for Addictive Behaviours Research at London South Bank University and St George's, University of London, published in the journal Addiction, found that Allen Carr's Easyway (ACE) produced a 19% smoking abstinence rate at six months compared with 15% for the NHS Stop Smoking Service, which relies on nicotine patches, gum, and counselling. The 620-participant study concluded that ACE offers a cost-effective, drug-free alternative that could be adopted by public health systems. A separate Irish government-commissioned study published in Tobacco Control had previously found Allen Carr's method nearly twice as effective as the Quit.ie service.PR NewswireNew Clinical Trial Proves Allen Carr's Easyway to Stop Smoking Seminars Are at Least as Effective as the UK's Gold Standard NHS Stop Smoking ServiceA randomised controlled trial conducted by London South Bank University and St George's, University of London, published in the journal Addiction, found that Allen Carr's Easyway (ACE) achieved a 19% smoking abstinence rate at six months compared with 15% for the NHS Gold Standard Stop Smoking Service among 620 participants. The study concludes that the drug-free method could offer a cost-effective additional treatment option for public healthcare systems. Allen Carr's Easyway is now seeking NHS adoption, citing that nicotine replacement therapies cost the UK taxpayer approximately £30 million annually.PR NewswirePublication Demonstrates Important Healthcare Benefits of Point-of-Care Testing for Sexually Transmitted InfectionsA study published in BMJ Open shows that a 30-minute point-of-care test for chlamydia and gonorrhoea (developed by Atlas Genetics in collaboration with Aquarius Population Health and the Applied Diagnostic Research and Evaluation Unit at St George's, University of London) could reduce inappropriate treatments by 58%, return visits by 56%, and decrease average time-to-cure from 4.3 to 2.3 days compared to standard of care. The research also found the test could reduce onward transmission to partners by 25% and prevent approximately one-third of pelvic inflammatory disease cases in women.