New hope for IBD patients: King’s College London researchers @nevesjf.bsky.social and Diana Coman find gut immune cells help heal the intestine. A breakthrough that could transform future treatments. www.kcl.ac.uk/news/gut-imm... #IBD #GutHealth #MedicalResearch

📊 The 2023 Adult Oral Health Survey is out today — the first since 2009. Good news: more adults keep their teeth for life. Bad news: tooth decay is rising, reversing earlier gains. @kingscollegelondon.bsky.social is proud to have contributed. #AOHS2023 www.gov.uk/government/s...

Big news - a €2.2M ERC grant awarded to the new EPIC project will fund a groundbreaking optical platform for early detection of head & neck cancers. The aim? Real-time imaging for more accurate and less invasive diagnosis. Early detection could save lives. www.kcl.ac.uk/news/2.2m-gr...

New paper from the Tucker lab at @ccrb27.bsky.social ! Authors Ticha Tuwatnawanit, @nanthwal.bsky.social and collagues analysed the formation and molecular identity of the glenoid fossa of the temporomandibular joint (TMJ). Link: onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1111/... (1/3)

🧪 New study shows saliva can reveal key immune cell types—like Th17, Th22, Tfh & NK cells—more than blood! 💡 Flow cytometry of oral fluid offers a non-invasive window into mucosal immunity. 🌍 Potential for diagnostics across respiratory & GI diseases. www.kcl.ac.uk/news/new-res...

We are ensuring our students are equipped with the knowledge and skills to champion environmental stewardship, planetary health, and sustainable quality improvement throughout their clinical careers.

🎉 Big news from King's Dentistry! We’re proud to be the first UK dental school awarded Beacon Site Status by the Centre for Sustainable Healthcare 🌍🦷 We’re empowering future clinicians to lead change for people and planet. kcl.ac.uk/news/kings-d...

We are delighted to announce that Martyn Cobourne, Professor of Orthodontics at King's, has been elected Dean of the Faculty of Dental Surgery (FDS) at The Royal College of Surgeons of England. Find out more: www.kcl.ac.uk/news/martyn-...

New paper from @ccrb27.bsky.social out in Aging Cell! Work from Robert Knight’s group showed an exciting effect for a metalloprotease inhibitor in enhancing muscle regeneration in a zebrafish model of accelerated ageing. @kingsdentistry.bsky.social #Regeneration #Zebrafish #MuscleRepair (1/3)

New review from our centre published in the Journal of Dental Research! Activating Endogenous Condylar Stem Cells to Enhance TMJ Repair doi.org/10.1177/0022... Congratulations Ticha Tuwatnawanit, @nanthwal.bsky.social and Abigail for this publication! @kingsdentistry.bsky.social (1/3)

🦷 New research from King’s College London explores how AI speech recognition could transform dental record-keeping—saving time and improving workflow. But the study also issues a note of caution: even the best systems can introduce clinically significant errors. www.kcl.ac.uk/news/ai-spee...

🏆 King’s PhD student Zhi Qin Tan has swept all three segmentation challenges at the MICCAI 2025 ODIN Workshop in South Korea! His work in 3D CBCT image segmentation is advancing dental diagnostics worldwide. www.kcl.ac.uk/news/kings-p... #KingsPhD #MICCAI2025 #DentalImaging #AIinHealthcare

🧬💉 Did you know your mouth plays a key role in fighting COVID-19? New research from King’s College London and VHS, Chennai, India shows that COVID-19 vaccines trigger immune responses not just in your blood—but also in your saliva! 📖 Read more: www.kcl.ac.uk/news/how-cov...

A study by @kingsdentistry.bsky.social has found that people who follow a diet close to the Mediterranean diet are more likely to have better gum health, with potentially lower amounts of gum disease and inflammation. Read more 🔽 www.kcl.ac.uk/news/mediter...

Smile like ewe mean it… toothpaste made from sheep’s wool could help repair teeth. According to @kingsdentistry.bsky.social, keratin can be extracted from hair and wool to provide a cheap, sustainable and clinically-friendly replacement for enamel. www.kcl.ac.uk/news/toothpa... #ScienceAtKings

On this week’s episode of #BBCCrowdScience Dr Ana Angelova Volponi answers how teeth are made. She delves into her research on lab grown teeth – aiming to develop an alternative to fillings and implants. Listen here ⬇️ www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/play/... #ScienceAtKings @kingsdentistry.bsky.social

So proud of the lab team at @ccrb27.bsky.social who achieved a silver LEAF accreditation as part of this. Special mention goes to Rhys Hippolyte-Belle who won the freezer challenge!

A landmark MRC Programme Grant has been awarded to @alexfsantos2401.bsky.social and @nevesjf.bsky.social to advance research into food allergy and oral tolerance in early life. Find out more: www.kcl.ac.uk/news/kings-c... @kingsdentistry.bsky.social and @kingslsm.bsky.social

Are you a @kingsdentistry.bsky.social and @kingslsm.bsky.social student graduating this week? If so, your Alumni Team is looking forward to meeting you. 🔗 Alumni perks: www.kcl.ac.uk/alumni/forever-kings-edge #ForeverKings🦁

Ahead of the new #JurassicWorldRebirth movie roaring into cinemas, we asked: what can Komodo dragons teach us about how dinosaurs killed and ate their prey?🦖 Learn more about Dr Aaron LeBlanc’s (@kingsdentistry.bsky.social) research. #ScienceAtKings #KingsQs 🧵⬇️

Tackling dental deserts: A systematic review from @KingsCollegeLon sets out to explore the geographic barriers to dental care and makes dental access recommendations for health policy. www.kcl.ac.uk/news/tacklin...

With graduations starting next week, we're excited to welcome new @kingsdentistry.bsky.social and @kingslsm.bsky.social grads into our alumni community. 🔗 Check out your alumni benefits: www.kcl.ac.uk/alumni/forever-kings-edge

Graduating from KCL next week? Meet the @kingsdentistry.bsky.social and @kingslsm.bsky.social alumni speakers who’ll be offering words of wisdom at your ceremonies. 🔗 Alumni benefits: www.kcl.ac.uk/alumni/forever-kings-edge

A patch containing tens of millions of microscopic nanoneedles could replace traditional biopsies. So how does it work? The nanoneedles extract molecular ‘fingerprints’ from cells, without removing or harming the tissue. www.kcl.ac.uk/news/tens-mi... #ScienceAtKings

Changes in the mouth and gut bacteria of #Parkinson’s disease patients could be an early sign that their symptoms are worsening. Scientists have linked these #microbiome changes to cognitive decline in the disease. #ScienceAtKings @kingsdentistry.bsky.social www.independent.co.uk/news/health/...

#ThisWeekAtKings the Minister for AI and Digital Government, Feryal Clark MP joined leading King’s interdisciplinary scientists to launch the UK’s first of its kind #AI for Science Master’s programme. www.kcl.ac.uk/news/ministe... #ScienceAtKings @feryalclark.bsky.social @aiatkings.bsky.social

Do short-term targets undermine long-term collaboration? What happens when there is no clear path forward? Join Professor Gerry McGivern as he shares his findings on how uncertainty impacts collaborative research and how to ensure success. 🗓 3 July 🕐 1PM 🎟 buytickets.at/betterhchub/...

Researchers have conducted the first randomised controlled trial for the treatment of Grade III furcation-involved molars, an advanced and challenging clinical scenario. The SMART design shows feasibility for clinical trials when treating these cases. www.kcl.ac.uk/news/smart-d...

For our @kingslsm.bsky.social, @kingsdentistry.bsky.social and @kingsioppn.bsky.social alumni out there, here's another beautiful photo of our Denmark Hill campus to add to your collection. #ForeverKings🦁

Did you know that hearing loss from birth affects around one in 1,000 babies born in the UK? New research led by King’s College London has identified potential new genes that may be responsible for deafness. 🔗 Read more: loom.ly/79rjdW8 #ForeverKings🦁 @kingsdentistry.bsky.social

Researchers from @ccrb27.bsky.social have explored the genetics of deafness, identifying potential genes, known as 'candidates' that could be responsible for the condition. kcl.ac.uk/news/candida... #ScienceAtKings #deafness

Celebrating International Women's Day with an invite from Number 10! Kathy Fan, Professor in Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery at Kings College London, was invited to No. 10 Downing Street for the International Women's Day celebration. Find out more: www.kcl.ac.uk/news/celebra...

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A statement from our Vice-Chancellor following the tragic death of one of our students.

We are delighted to share the news that King’s has moved up to 4th place for dentistry, in the QS World University Rankings by subject. This step up reflects our collective effort in ensuring we continue to be the leading University for dentistry in the UK. #QSWUR www.kcl.ac.uk/news/kings-4...

To celebrate International Day of Women and Girls in Science and International Women’s Day, the podcast team in the Centre for Craniofacial & Regenerative Biology presents: “6 Minutes with 6 Women of CCRB”. This series is now live on Spotify! open.spotify.com/show/7GoTzSh...

KCL PhD student Jordan Joel has been selected as a new member of the International Olympic Committee Young Leaders programme for 2025-2028. Find out more: www.kcl.ac.uk/news/kings-c...

📢 Reminder! We’re delighted to invite alumni and staff from @kingsdentistry.bsky.social to our Dental Alumni Weekend on 7-8 March. 💠 Dinner booking deadline is: Friday 21 February 💠 Scientific programme booking deadline: Friday 28 February Registration details: loom.ly/jaDxml8 #ForeverKings🦁

🚨Next week🚨 Women in STEMM: Inspiring Inclusion - Strategies that work Last chance to register for the flagship event of Women in STEMM Season! 📅 5 Mar ⏰ 5–8 📍 Guy's buff.ly/430uwkz @kingslsm.bsky.social @kingsdentistry.bsky.social @kingsioppn.bsky.social

Hear from our alumni and staff about Africa Week, an annual week at King’s hosted by the African Leadership Centre @kings-sga.bsky.social. This year’s theme is Disrupting Distances: Nations, System, and Leadership. See the full programme of online and in-person events ▶️ www.kcl.ac.uk/africa-week

This is a joint event w/ @kingslsm.bsky.social @kingsdentistry.bsky.social & @kingsioppn.bksy.social, taking place: 📅 5 March ⏰ 5–8 📍 Guy's Campus 🗣️ Don't miss the keynote, followed by a lively panel discussion! Engage with us, ask questions, & share your ideas. 💡 buff.ly/42tPaZY

Join us! A cross faculty event taking place: 📅 5 March 📷 5 – 8 📷 Don't miss the keynote, followed by a lively panel discussion! Engage with us, ask questions, and share your ideas. 📷 #KCLWomenInSTEMM 💡

Congratulations to @kingscollegelondon.bsky.social Clinical Lecturer Dr Rakhee Patel @rakheepatelbds.bsky.social who has been elected as the NHS England Deputy Chief Dental Officer, England. Find out more: kcl.ac.uk/news/kings-c... #NHSEngland #dentalcare

King's has risen to 12th place in Clinical Health in the latest @timeshighered.bsky.social rankings. Interested in studying clinical dentistry for 2025 entry? Check out our course page here: www.kcl.ac.uk/study/underg... #dentistry #university

Well done to those who graduated from @kingsdentistry.bsky.social today. Welcome to your global alumni community of 360,000+ people in 195 countries. 🌎🎓 🔗Details on our alumni benefits: www.kcl.ac.uk/alumni/forever-kings-edge #ForeverKings🦁

Check out our fellow health faculties at King's for more #MedSky / #AcademicSky news: Life Sciences & Medicine: @kingslsm.bsky.social Dentistry, Oral & Craniofacial Sciences: @kingsdentistry.bsky.social Nursing, Midwifery & Palliative Care: @kingsnmpc.bsky.social

If you’re graduating from King’s at the Royal Festival Hall in January, you automatically become a member of our thriving alumni community of 360,000+ people in 195 countries 🌎📚 ✨ Benefits include mentoring, careers advice, networking and much more.

2024 has been a busy year! We've created a calendar of highlights from the year, so have a look at our stories and moments, (some big, some small but all important!) www.kcl.ac.uk/dentistry/20...

👋 Hello Bluesky! We're kicking off our profile here with a few blue skies over King's... Follow us for all of the latest updates from your King's alumni community, including exclusive events, benefits and news. #ForeverKings🦁