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First proof that 'plunging regions' exist around black holes in space

Physics Research Space

An international team led by researchers in the Department of Physics have proved that Einstein was correct about a key prediction concerning black holes. Their study gives the first observational proof that a 'plunging-region' exists around black holes.

University of Oxford to lead new Sustainable Chemicals and Materials Manufacturing Research Hub

Chemistry Sustainability & the environment

The University of Oxford is leading a major UK government investment in research to improve the sustainability of chemical and polymer production. The Sustainable Chemicals and Materials Manufacturing Hub (SCHEMA) will bring together researchers from across the UK working with a large consortium of commercial, technology translation and civic partners. The Hub has been funded by £11 million from the UKRI Engineering and Physical Sciences Research Council (EPSRC) and leverages a further £22 million in funding from its partners.

Nine Oxford scientists, including four from MPLS Division, elected as Royal Society Fellows

Recognised for their invaluable contributions to science, the elected Fellows are leaders in their fields and have been selected for their substantial contributions to the advancement of science in various fields. The new MPLS Fellows are Professors Simon Aldridge, Emmanuel Breuillard, Laura Herz and Tamsin Mather.

MPLS researchers and staff recognised at the Vice-Chancellor’s Awards

Award

Congratulations to the members of the Department of Biology, Department of Computer Science, Department of Earth Sciences and Department of Chemistry, who were amongst the joint winners, highly commended and finalists for the Vice-Chancellor’s Awards announced on Wednesday 8 May.

Professor Lionel Tarassenko appointed as non-political life peer in the House of Lords

Award Engineering

Professor Tarassenko (Department of Engineering Science) will join the crossbenches with other independent peers, who provide wide-ranging expertise to the House of Lords, enabling it to provide effective recommendations to policy being implemented by the elected members of the House of Commons.

Novel triple drug combination effective against antibiotic-resistant bacteria

Antimicrobial resistance Biology

Scientists at the Ineos Oxford Institute (IOI) have found a new potential combination therapy to combat antimicrobial resistance (AMR) by targeting two key bacterial enzymes involved in resistance. The findings have been published in the journal Engineering.

New algorithm supercharges climate models and could lead to better predictions of future climate change

Climate Earth sciences Research

Professor Samar Khatiwala, from the Department of Earth Sciences, has led a major advance to solve a critical issue in modelling future climate change. The findings have been published in Science Advances.

Landmark study definitively shows that conservation actions are effective at halting and reversing biodiversity loss

Biology Research Sustainability & the environment

MPLS researchers have contributed to a first-of-its kind review on the success of a wide range of conservation actions.

New cohort of 15 Eric and Wendy Schmidt AI in Science Postdoctoral Fellowships join MPLS

AI and data science Funding MPLS

In October 2022 the University of Oxford became one of nine leading research universities around the world selected to deliver the Eric and Wendy Schmidt AI in Science Postdoctoral Fellowship programme. Ten Fellows were recruited to Oxford in 2023 and this year a further 15 Fellows are joining them.

Researchers find oldest undisputed evidence of Earth’s magnetic field

Earth sciences Research

A new study, led by the University of Oxford and MIT, has recovered a 3.7-billion-year-old record of Earth’s magnetic field, and found that it appears remarkably similar to the field surrounding Earth today. The findings have been published today in the Journal of Geophysical Research.

Oxford researchers comment on the plastic waste crisis for Earth Day 2024

Biology Climate Sustainability & the environment

Each year, Earth Day acts as a reminder of the importance of environmental conservation and sustainability, encouraging us to come together and take action for the planet. For the 2024 Earth Day, taking place today, the theme is ‘Planet vs Plastics.’ Oxford University researchers comment on the global plastic waste crisis, and the opportunities and challenges in moving to a sustainable plastics economy.

Study shows that island bats are valuable allies for farmers

Biology Research

The 17th April is international bat appreciation day and a new study has highlighted how these secretive mammals can be valuable allies for farmers, by feeding on important agricultural pests. The findings demonstrate that encouraging bat species can be a win-win for both conservation efforts and local farmers.

Breakthrough promises secure quantum computing at home

Physics Quantum Research

The full power of next-generation quantum computing could soon be harnessed by millions of individuals and companies, thanks to a breakthrough by scientists at Oxford University Physics guaranteeing security and privacy.

Two ‘outstanding research leaders’ in MPLS Division awarded major European Research Council grants

Award Funding MPLS

In total, four University of Oxford researchers, two of whom are from MPLS, have been awarded ERC Advanced Grants of up to €2.5 million each to explore their most innovative and ambitious ideas. These grants recognise leading researchers who have a proven track record of significant achievements.

Dr Chris Ballance, quantum computing’s up-and-coming star

Physics Quantum

Profile of Dr Chris Ballance, Future Leaders Fellow at Oxford University Physics, who is at the forefront of the field of quantum computing, from the initial blue-sky ideas through to leading high-performance quantum systems that are solving real problems.

More social birds are more adventurous feeders, study finds

Biology Research

A new study led by researchers at the University of Oxford has found that birds that are more social are more likely to use novel sources of food. The findings have been published in iScience.

Recipients of the inaugural SCGC–FIRST awards announced

Chemistry Engineering Funding Materials science

SCGC-FIRST is a major new award scheme to develop novel ideas and nascent research from Oxford’s laboratories into environmental sustainability solutions for the global chemicals industry. The four chosen projects exemplify innovation and promise to accelerate sustainable technology development.

Colistin resistant bacteria found in mothers and newborn babies in Nigeria

Antimicrobial resistance Medical science Research

Researchers from the Ineos Oxford Institute for antimicrobial research (IOI) and Cardiff University have found evidence that bacteria resistant to colistin, a last-resort antibiotic, were present in mothers and babies under a week old in Nigeria in 2016, despite limited clinical use of colistin at that time in the country.

Can we truly align AI with human values?

AI and data science

A Q&A with Brian Christian, an acclaimed American author and researcher who explores the human and societal implications of computer science. Brian talks about the latest chapter of his career journey: starting a DPhil (PhD) at the University of Oxford to grapple with the challenge of designing AI programs that truly align with human values.

Study finds that bees need food up to a month earlier than provided by recommended pollinator plants

Biology Food security & biodiversity Research

New research from the Universities of Oxford and Exeter has revealed that plant species recommended as ‘pollinator friendly’ in Europe begin flowering up to a month too late in the spring to effectively contribute to wild bee conservation.

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