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UCL Press is the first fully #openaccess #universitypress in the UK. We are UCL's #openaccess publishing house. Reposting or liking ≠ endorsement.
🇯🇵 As UCL turns 200, discover its remarkable role in the making of modern Japan. Alexander Williamson and his wife supported some of the first Japanese students in Britain, who went on to shape the Meiji era. Read the open access book: bit.ly/4tqMzv0
February 10, 2026 at 9:53 AM
As @ucl.ac.uk begins to celebrate 200 years since it was founded, we revisit our #OpenAccess title The World of UCL. Learn how UCL widened access to education, welcomed women and students of all religions, and grew into a global leader. Read and download free: lnkd.in/eTn6h5UR
February 9, 2026 at 2:39 PM
What happens when biodiversity collapses? Can humanity survive its own impact?

Find out in the latest episode of Climate Extinction Politics as Profs Jon Bridle & Philip Schofield explore how human overconsumption is driving mass extinction.

Listen now: uclpress.co.uk/podcast/biod...
January 29, 2026 at 10:36 AM
Our Open Access eTextbook Object-Based Learning is the perfect intro to this diverse and growing field.

Watch the video below to hear author Thomas Kador speak about the benefits of reading his book.

Download: uclpress.co.uk/book/object-...
#ObjectBasedLearning #
January 28, 2026 at 5:31 PM
Natural disasters are inevitable. Or are they?

In the new episode of Climate Extinction Politics, Prof Ilan Kelman argues that human decisions, governance failures and societal inequities determine the impact of catastrophic events.

Listen now: uclpress.co.uk/podcast/no-n...
January 22, 2026 at 2:36 PM
In the latest episode of Climate Extinction Politics, Dr Fergus Green and Professor Philip Schofield unpack the politics of climate action and who bears the greatest responsibility of transitioning away from fossil fuels.

Listen now: uclpress.co.uk/podcast/clim...
January 14, 2026 at 5:34 PM
When philosopher Jeremy Bentham died, he bequeathed over 100,000 manuscript pages to UCL. But what do these pages contain, and how does UCL’s Bentham Project make sense of them?

Find out in the latest documentary from UCL Press Play.

Watch now: bit.ly/3KAcdfh
January 13, 2026 at 12:51 PM
#OutNow: Sahidic Coptic by Bill Manley 📖

This new textbook offers students a clear and concise introduction to the grammar of Sahidic Coptic, as well as essential historical and cultural context.

Download the eTextbook for free.

Find out more: uclpress.co.uk/book/sahidic...
January 12, 2026 at 11:30 AM
📢 The first episode of Climate Extinction Politics, the new season of UCL Press Play, has just been released!

Join Dr Andrew Seaton and Prof Philip Schofield as they uncover coal’s deep ties to industry, health, inequality, and the climate.

Listen now: uclpress.co.uk/podcast/clim...
January 8, 2026 at 7:50 PM
The UCL Press office will be closed from 17:00 GMT on Tuesday 23 December until Monday 5 January 2026.

Our books and journals will remain available online 24/7 throughout the break from uclpress.co.uk #OpenAccess
December 23, 2025 at 8:16 AM
#ComingSoon: Climate Extinction Politics, season 3 of UCL Press Play

In a time when climate denial is on the rise, what are the indisputable factors causing climate change, and how can we stop it?

Hear when the new episodes are released: bit.ly/46JYwCC

#UCLPressPlay
December 18, 2025 at 3:02 PM
#ComingSoon: Sahidic Coptic by Bill Manley 📖

This new textbook offers a concise introduction to the grammar of Sahidic Coptic, as well as essential historical and cultural context.

Perfect for students and teachers alike.

Find out more: uclpress.co.uk/book/sahidic...
December 16, 2025 at 9:22 AM
Join Professor Philip Schofield and Dr Jane Gilmour in the latest episode of Beautiful Minds as they debunk the myths around Tourette's.

Listen now: bit.ly/448WE4H

#Tourettes #BeautifulMinds
December 4, 2025 at 3:27 PM
📘 UCL Press has led the way in open access publishing. Our textbooks are free to download worldwide. Covering diverse disciplines, each title is peer-reviewed & student-focused, supporting hybrid learning.
Explore more: bit.ly/44PD0LO
#OpenAccessBooks #Textbook
November 25, 2025 at 11:53 AM
COP-30 is a call for global collaboration, and open research is essential.

Explore UCL Open Environment for interdisciplinary research on climate, sustainability and environmental policy:
👉 bit.ly/4kFHxoR

#COP30 #ClimateAction #OpenAccess #Sustainability #UCLPress
November 11, 2025 at 11:10 AM
At UCL Press, we aim to be a global leader in Open Access publishing.

We publish cutting-edge research, support early career authors, uphold ethics, and champion EDI, sustainability & education.

📚 Learn more: uclpress.co.uk/about-us/who...
November 10, 2025 at 9:30 AM
📚 #HistoryDay2025 highlight!
Claire Hilton joined us at our stand to discuss Petty Tyranny and Soulless Discipline?, a powerful #OpenAccess look at life in England’s mental hospitals after WWI and what it teaches us about mental health today.
🔗 bit.ly/4oPIw8j
November 4, 2025 at 1:10 PM
🎉 The 1st episode of Beautiful Minds, the new season of UCL Press Play, is out now!

Join Professor Philip Schofield and Dr Sarah White as they take a forensic look at the brain, and challenge outdated medical models and stereotypes of autism

Listen now: t.co/vQPLohtyDk
October 30, 2025 at 5:52 PM
Towards 100% open access: embracing complexity and building trust
Lara Speicher shares reflections from #OASPA2025 on why trust, diversity and collaboration are key.
🔗 bit.ly/4oLp5h3
#OASPA2025 #OpenAccess
October 28, 2025 at 11:50 AM
#ComingSoon: Beautiful Minds, the second season of UCL Press Play 🎧

Uncover facts about the mind as our expert speakers challenge misconceptions, clear up common myths and propose strategies for making our society more inclusive.

Learn more: uclpress.co.uk/ucl-press-pl...
October 24, 2025 at 12:50 PM
📢 This #OpenAccessWeek, we’re celebrating why our authors choose open access.
Dr Yasemin Didem Aktas shares:
🗣️ “It’s very important for me… to make sure that everybody can read what I have done.”
🔍 Explore UCL Open: Environment: journals.uclpress.co.uk/ucloe/
#UCLPress #OpenResearch
October 23, 2025 at 11:07 AM
📢 Open Access Week Spotlight
Dr Kusha Anand has published two books with @UCLpress.
Open access helped her connect with scholars, policy makers & communities.
📘 Teaching India–Pakistan Relations
📗 Delhi’s Education Revolution
🔗 uclpress.co.uk
#OpenAccessWeek
October 23, 2025 at 9:58 AM
October 21, 2025 at 8:47 AM
for everyone.
UCL Press has published 400+ free books and 3,000+ journal articles, reaching readers in 242 countries.
Explore open research at t.co/4gq772tLwz
#OpenAccessWeek #OpenAccess #FreeBooks #OpenResearch t.co/ACl8rLtMpk
October 20, 2025 at 10:53 AM
Our new Open Access eTextbook, Object-Based Learning by Thomas Kador, has received great feedback, including this review from Dr Nuala Morse, Associate Professor at the University of Leicester.

Download now: uclpress.co.uk/book/object-...

#ObjectBasedLearning #MaterialCulture #Museums
October 17, 2025 at 8:02 AM