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Innovative imaging project aims to save children’s sight

21 Sep 2026, 11:32 a.m.

Researchers from GOSH and UCL are leading a project that could transform how children at risk of sight loss are monitored, by adapting advanced eye imaging technology for use closer to home
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Five GOSH clinicians recognised with professorial appointments at UCL

17 Sep 2026, 4:13 p.m.

Five clinician researchers from GOSH have been promoted to professor by University College London (UCL), recognising their outstanding contributions to research, innovation and child health.
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‘Super elastic’ springs used in world-first surgery at Great Ormond Street Hospital

8 Sep 2026, 8 a.m.

Surgeons have carried out world-first surgery using innovative super elastic springs which can offer a safer and more effective treatment for a rare skull condition.
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From staff idea to global innovation: Taking the next step towards improving patient safety

7 Sep 2026, 2:59 p.m.

A simple idea developed by a GOSH clinician has secured a commercial partner.
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Four research projects receive funding to improve understanding and treatment of childhood cancer

4 Sep 2026, 11:40 a.m.

Researchers at Great Ormond Street Hospital (GOSH) and UCL Great Ormond Street Institute of Child Health (UCL GOS ICH) have received funding from The Little Princess Trust for four childhood cancer research projects.
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New study brings hope for children with rare life-threatening kidney disease

27 Aug 2026, 9:19 a.m.

New research funded by Great Ormond Street Hospital Charity (GOSH Charity), LifeArc and Kidney Research UK has taken an important step towards developing a new treatment for serious genetic kidney diseases affecting children.
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