The Imperial iGEM 2026 team, reGelerate, is preparing to compete in the International Genetically Engineered Machine (iGEM), the world’s largest annual synthetic biology contest. Bringing together interdisciplinary student teams from across the globe, iGEM challenges participants to develop innovative research projects that address real-world issues in areas such
If there’s anything I can leave you with, it’ll be a recommendation to read Rules of Civility.
On the 1989 Booker Prize winner, The Remains of the Day.
All teaching and research activities of the Computing Department are expected to move to the new Principal Academic Building within White City Campus. Other departments will partially relocate, including the departments of Mathematics, Chemistry, and the Imperial Business School. The Principal Academic Building will begin construction in mid-2026 and
A Freedom of Information Request from Felix found that Imperial did not carry out an Equality Impact Assessment prior to its decision to lease 14–15 Prince’s Garden to Brighton College Prep Kensington. The College also refused to disclose the financial terms of the 40-year lease, which is
Unrestrictive College policies mean attitudes and practices vary widely.
Imperial maintained its place as the best university in Europe and second-best university globally in the 2027 QS World University Rankings. It has held this position since 2025, but this year was tied for second place with Stanford University. MIT retained the top spot, UCL moved up one place
The gender gap in the share of female and male undergraduates who are awarded First-class degrees at Imperial is increasing again, data obtained via a Felix Freedom of Information request shows. A higher share of female graduates was awarded First-class degrees in 2019-20 for the first time,
The Stadium House building in the Imperial White City campus will be home to a new artistic mural, expected to be installed from 27 July to 5 August. The initiative was co-created by the White City community and Imperial members, with artists Aylo and Seca selected to produce it.
Unexpected structural defects have hindered the transformation project.
Following the advice from the National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC), University Management Board (UMB) has approved the recommendation that all members of Imperial must adopt passkeys by the end of July. This is as a result of “more sophisticated phishing attacks” that are being used to target members of the
Simon Miller, British wrestling content creator and professional wrestler, always says that wrestling is the most important of the least important things. That perspective hits perfectly right now.
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Competing for a share of £30,000 worth of funding, the five finalists for the WE Innovate pre-accelerator program represent the best of tech enterprise from across the UK, narrowed down from over 200 applicants. The final five included start-ups from across Imperial business community, including biotech, e-
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A fortnight ago, South Kensington campus and surroundings became a riot of colour, crowds, and scientific communication. 57,000 people attended the Great Exhibition Road festival, which ran on the 19th and 20th of June, marking 175 years since the Great Exhibition in 1851. The festival is subdivided into ‘zones’
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Felix’s last two Editors-in-Chief reflect on the stories that defined their years.
Science
Understanding the recent MV Hondius outbreak reveals how viruses can adapt to new hosts.
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A team of researchers at Imperial believes that a breathalyser-style test could help detect pancreatic cancer earlier.
Opinion
A conversation on uncertainty and what we owe the unknown.
Opinion
What universities mean when they say they teach independence
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Imperial College plans to introduce one small tour of the newly renovated Queen’s Tower per month, starting over the summer. Exact dates are to be confirmed. Due to popularity, these tours will be available for students and staff to enter via raffle, with each month’s participants being drawn
Culture
Seldom do I come across a play that inspires me so deeply, I find I must go out and buy a copy of the script. I love theatre, and I love reading, but for some reason I am happy to leave most plays at the stage door. The ephemerality of
Photography
Felix speaks with the students doing photo the old way.
Environment
How thoughtful web design can promote digital sustainability.
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Society representatives say many members feel forced to hide their identity and are afraid to report antisemitic acts.