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At London Met, we are committed to working with stakeholders locally, nationally and globally. Through collaborations with community groups, businesses, policy makers and health and social care professionals, our work brings about change for the benefit of our community, our city and the world.

Our research makes a difference in London and beyond, from influencing policy change on economic abuse in the UK to informing malnutrition health care solutions across the globe.

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Empowering societies

Transformative approaches to complex social issues
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Healthy futures

A global approach to health, behaviour and life sciences research
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Boosting the arts and creative industries

Practice-based and cultural research to engage and enrich communities

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Planetary challenges

Diverse research for sustainability and resilience
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Partnerships for innovation and economic growth

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London Met ranked first in the UK for student value added

The Guardian University Guide 2026 names London Met the best in the UK for the progress our students make, while also celebrating excellent results across several courses.

London Met Learning and Teaching Conference

Record numbers of staff and students attend two-day event

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London Met hosts sixth annual conference celebrating student and staff research

Professor Klaus Fischer, Head of the Graduate School, reports on this year's conference: 'Innovation and Community: Research for a Sustainable Future'.
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London Met researcher awarded Leverhulme Trust Research Fellowship

Dr Craig Lundy has secured funding from the Leverhulme Trust for an ambitious research project on the idea of 'progress'.

In today's uncertain world, we're missing vital biosecurity education

While no one may know what caused the Covid outbreak, Professor Lijun Shang of London Met believes the pandemic should be a defining wake-up call for the world.

Professor Louise Ryan named among top 0.5% of scholars worldwide

Latest recognition reflects Professor Ryan's exceptional scholarly output and influence, and work that demonstrates consistent academic leadership.

Professor Lynn Dobbs awarded OBE in King's Birthday Honours

Former Vice-Chancellor of London Metropolitan University recognised for decades of pioneering work in education, research and public service.

London Met academics receive national recognition for teaching excellence

Dr Bhaven Patel, Dr Daniel Sykes and Dr Rhiannon Brooks’ innovations help students to achieve their true potential and have contributed to graduate outcomes.

Q&A: Confronting Hate and Seeking Forgiveness in That Boy

Professor Michał Garapich, on what inspired That Boy, the risks involved, and what it reveals about extremism, reconciliation and the possibility of change

Alasdair MacIntyre – a pioneer remembered 

Dr Kelvin Knight remembers his London Met colleague, who passed away on 22 May 2025. 

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London Met Design Research Wins Ecological Citizenship Funding

George Fereday, School of Art, Architecture and Design, leads collaborative project to enhance community engagement with urban woodland.

London Met Researchers Seek Participants for Nationwide Cyberharassment Study

A major new study is giving voice to those affected by cyberstalking and tech-enabled abuse and calling for participants to share their experiences.

How to bring people with us as we rewild our cities

Siân Moxon says rewilding cities starts in our own back gardens. Her research explores how design and behaviour change can help people make space for nature.

“I would say sorry”: Neo-Nazi and Roma attack victim come face-to-face

Groundbreaking film That Boy which explores themes of hate, forgiveness and radicalisation had a moving premiere at the European Parliament recently.
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London Met research shapes new police training on sexual offences

Professor Fiona Vera-Gray and Jo Lovett’s work has led to new national guidance, strengthening police response to non-contact sexual offences.