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New Oxford Advanced Materials Network launches

Oxford Advanced Materials Network officially launched last week. The interdisciplinary hub brings together researchers, industry partners and policy makers to address the key challenges in developing critical, next-generation materials.

Schmidt Faculty Fellowship Programme opens for applications

The inaugural Schmidt Faculty Fellowship Programme has officially launched and is now accepting applications.

Researchers develop innovative new method to recycle fluoride from long-lived ‘forever chemicals’

Researchers from the Department of Chemistry have developed a method to destroy fluorine-containing PFAS (sometimes labelled “forever chemicals”) while recovering their fluorine content for future use.

How elephants plan journeys: New study reveals energy-saving strategies

A new study has revealed that African elephants have an extraordinary ability to meet their colossal food requirements as efficiently as possible.

Oxford secures continued support for electron microscopy with JEOL gift

The University of Oxford has strengthened its long-standing partnership with JEOL, a leading global manufacturer of scientific instruments, with a generous gift. This funding secures the JEOL Professorship of Electron Microscopy until 2030, ensuring the continued advancement of cutting-edge research in the field.

Oxford University claims second place in global engineering rankings

The University of Oxford has risen to second place in the QS World University Rankings by Subject 2025 for Engineering and Technology, cementing its position among the world's leading institutions in the field.

Researchers and volunteers unite to uncover spectacular space discoveries in new satellite data

Department of Physics researchers have been at the forefront of studies working with thousands of members of the public to sift through the immense quantities of data from Euclid to shed light on how mysterious forces shaped the evolution of the Universe.

University of Oxford establishes Oxford EARTH, a new programme for sustainable resource research

The Oxford EARTH programme (Ensuring equitable Access to sustainable Resources for a Thriving Habitat) aims to address the challenges in natural resources underpinning the net zero energy transition, including critical raw materials needed for the generation, storage and transmission of renewable energy, and the social license needed to extract them from the Earth.

The changing chorus: movements and memories influence birdsong evolution

New research from the Department of Biology has provided fresh insights into how bird songs evolve over time, revealing a significant role for population dynamics in shaping song diversity and change. The findings – based on an analysis of over 100,000 bird songs – have been published today in Current Biology.

Attisani donation funds PhD scholarship in ZERO Institute at Oxford

The University of Oxford's ZERO Institute (Zero-carbon Energy Research Oxford), dedicated to pioneering research in zero-carbon energy systems, is delighted to announce the establishment of a new PhD/DPhil scholarship funded by the Ezgi and Michele Attisani family foundation. Mr. Attisani, an active tech investor and founder of the world's largest e-sports platform, FACE IT, has donated to support emerging talent in the field of zero-carbon energy.

Beyond Boundaries art competition for young creatives launches

We are pleased to announce the launch of the 2025 Beyond Boundaries Art Competition, inviting Oxfordshire state school students in Years 5, 6, 7, and 8 to take part in a unique fusion of art and science.

New scholarships in machine learning announced, thanks to generous gift from G-Research

The University of Oxford’s Mathematical, Physical, and Life Sciences (MPLS) Division is delighted to announce a generous gift from G-Research, which will fund nine DPhil scholarships over the next three years.

New AI-powered tool could enhance forensic investigations of traumatic brain injuries

A study led by researchers from the Department of Engineering Science has developed an advanced physics-based AI-driven tool to aid traumatic brain injury (TBI) investigations in forensics and law enforcement.

IOI awards £5m to Oxford consortium to develop new therapies for drug-resistant tuberculosis

The IOI has awarded £5 million to a group of 17 interdisciplinary researchers from the University to develop new therapies for drug-resistant tuberculosis.

IOI awarded £1m from PACE to develop a new antibiotic

The Ineos Oxford Institute for antimicrobial research (IOI) has been awarded £1 million from Pathways to Antimicrobial Clinical Efficacy (PACE) to develop a new class of antibiotics based on a β-lactam-free small molecule transpeptidase inhibitor.

New study shows how AI can help prepare the world for the next pandemic

In a perspective paper published in Nature, scientists across Africa, America, Asia, Australia, and Europe outline for the first time how Artificial Intelligence can transform the landscape of infectious disease research and improve pandemic preparedness.

Winners of the 2024/25 MPLS Awards for Outstanding Research Supervision announced

Ten research group leaders across the Division have been recognised with awards for their exceptional commitment to mentoring and supporting colleagues. Each recipient has shown outstanding dedication to inspiring others and creating an environment where people can thrive and advance in their careers.

Professor Sir Peter Bruce Elected to the Prestigious Leopoldina, German National Academy of Sciences

Professor Sir Peter Bruce has been elected a member of the Leopoldina, the German National Academy of Sciences. This honour recognises Professor Bruce's exceptional contributions to scientific research and his esteemed stature within the international scientific community.

New study highlights ways to future-proof cocoa production

A new research study led by researchers in the Department of Biology demonstrates that sustainable agricultural practices that both protect pollinator populations and mitigate climate risks could help secure – and even improve – global cocoa yields.

Sir Jim Ratcliffe awarded the University's Sheldon Medal

Sir Jim Ratcliffe, Chairman of INEOS, has been presented with the Sheldon Medal by the University of Oxford in recognition of the company’s exceptionally generous support for research into antimicrobial resistance.

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