News and events
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Oxford academics elected British Academy Fellows
Eight Oxford academics have been made Fellows of the British Academy today (21 July). -
Growing better trees faster
A new research collaboration could significantly increase the quality and economic productivity of one of the UK’s largest crop outputs, Sitka spruce conifer trees. -
Women in science: Cleaner chemicals for a greener planet
In today’s political climate, science’s value to society is under threat and consistently questioned. -
Researchers develop new early warning scan for heart attacks
Researchers at the University of Oxford have developed a new type of imaging test to provide an early warning of coronary artery disease, and the risk of heart attacks. -
Women in science series: InspireHer to code
Although women in science continue to be underrepresented at the highest level, things are slowly changing. In a complex but changing culture, many have built highly successful, rewarding careers, carving out a niche for themselves as a role model to budding scientists, regardless of gender. -
Putting Oxford on the innovation map
Oxford is making waves, economically and academically. Thanks to the thriving Oxford ecosystem, 2016 was a great year for both the city and the University of Oxford. -
Summer school gives state teachers 'valuable' insight into Oxford admissions process
Nearly 40 state school teachers from across the UK visited Oxford to take part in a residential summer school aimed at shedding light on the University's admissions process. -
What maths does: building a perfect metropolis
Oxford Mathematician Neave O'Clery works with mathematical models to describe the processes behind industrial diversification and economic growth. Here she discusses her work in Oxford and... -
Ryanair random seat allocation is not so random, says Oxford University expert
Passengers have more chance of winning the National Lottery jackpot than being allocated middle seats at random on a Ryanair flight, according to new Oxford University analysis. -
University researchers reach out into the community
A researcher reconstructing lost historical sites, a project transforming lion killers into lion conservationists, activities to help people living with dementia and a department giving...