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World Happiness Report 2026 shows a complex global picture of social media and happiness
Heavy social media use appears to be contributing to the drop in wellbeing among young people in English-speaking countries and Western Europe, especially among girls, according to findings... -
Oxford University retains top spot for spinout generation in the UK
Oxford University has been ranked first in the UK for turning academic research into spinout companies, according to a new report published today by data analyst firm Beauhurst. -
Oxford launches new multi-disciplinary ZERO Institute
The University of Oxford today announces the launch of the multi-disciplinary ZERO Institute (Zero-carbon Energy Research Oxford) to tackle the challenges of an equitable, secure global zero-carbon... -
Researchers develop the world's first power-free frequency tuner using nanomaterials
Phase-change nanowires could serve as the ultimate tunable frequency synthesizers and filters for the future of IoT and 5G networks. -
New adaptable smart window coating could help heat or cool a home and save energy
Researchers at the University of Oxford have collaborated with industry experts to develop an adaptable smart window technology that could reduce the energy usage of an average home by up to a third. -
Oxford University contributed £15.7 billion to the UK economy in 2018/19
The University of Oxford contributed a total of £15.7 billion to the UK economy in 2018/19, a report by the economic research consultancy London Economics has revealed. -
Oxford scientists recognised in prestigious Blavatnik Awards for Young Scientists
Professors Timothy Behrens and Eleanor Stride are recognised this year for their ground-breaking contributions to translational research. -
AI experts from across Europe assembled in new units
Oxford University will be home to one of 17 new ELLIS units, part of a pan-European effort to shape how machine learning and artificial intelligence will change the world. The unit’s efforts span... -
Oxford researchers launch a 21st century conservation plan
Researchers at the University of Oxford and their collaborators have launched a new approach called the "Conservation Hierarchy" to support governments, businesses, individuals, communities and... -
Rice to feed the world given a funding boost
Research led by Oxford University into revolutionising global rice production has been given a $15 million funding boost by the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation.