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« Back to NewsUKRI has announced its latest round of Future Leaders Fellowships, including three Oxford recipients
18 July 2024
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Professor Balint Koczor (Mathematical Institute) was among 68 of the most promising research leaders who will be funded for research into global issues and to commercialise their innovations in the UK.
Kavli INsD Director receives honorary doctorate from the University of Cambridge
27 June 2024
On June 19 2024, Professor Dame Carol Robinson, Director of Oxford's Kavli Institute for Nanoscience Discovery, received an honorary doctorate from the University of Cambridge.
Professor Sir Peter Bruce awarded an honorary doctorate by the University of Aberdeen
27 June 2024
Professor Bruce from the Department of Materials has been recognised with a Doctor of Science (DSc) for his ‘visionary work and leadership in battery technology and sustainable energy.’
Professor Dame Carol Robinson to receive Lifetime Achievement Award for groundbreaking protein analysis work
25 June 2024
Award Chemistry Physical sciences underpinning health Women in science
The European Patent Office (EPO) has announced that Professor Robinson will receive the Lifetime Achievement Award for her groundbreaking work in mass spectrometry, advancing drug discovery, and personalised medicine.
Winners and commendations announced for MPLS Impact Awards 2024
20 June 2024
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Five researchers from the Mathematical, Physical and Life Sciences Division (MPLS) have been recognised for their outstanding research impact at the annual MPLS Impact Awards.
Four MPLS scientists awarded Royal Society of Chemistry prizes
12 June 2024
Four scientists and a multidisciplinary collaboration have won prizes from the Royal Society of Chemistry in recognition of brilliance in research and innovation. The awards are among the oldest and most prestigious research prizes in the world, having recognised excellence in the chemical sciences for more than 150 years.
Professor Constantin Coussios elected as a Fellow of the Academy of Medical Sciences
21 May 2024
Professor Coussios is one of eight University of Oxford researchers elected in recognition of their exceptional contributions to the advancement of biomedical and health science, cutting edge research discoveries, and translating developments into benefits for patients and wider society.
MPLS researchers and staff recognised at the Vice-Chancellor’s Awards
14 May 2024
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
8 May 2024
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.
Two ‘outstanding research leaders’ in MPLS Division awarded major European Research Council grants
11 April 2024
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 Sara Keller receives L’Oréal-UNESCO Women in Science Rising Talent fellowship for Engineering
25 March 2024
Dr Sara Keller, from Oxford University’s Department of Engineering Science, has been awarded a 2024 Rising Talent Award from the L’Oréal-UNESCO For Women In Science programme. The initiative recognises exceptional early career women scientists in the UK and Ireland.
Dr Nikita Hari selected as member of UK Young Academy
25 March 2024
Dr Hari, who joined the Department of Engineering Science in February, was one of 32 emerging leaders selected for the network of early career researchers and professionals helping to tackle local and global issues and promote meaningful change.
Nine MPLS projects shortlisted for the Vice-Chancellor's Awards 2024
20 March 2024
Congratulations to all those from MPLS Division who have made the shortlist for these awards. The winners will be announced in May.
Oxford early career researchers shine in Parliamentary competition
6 March 2024
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Thirteen early career researchers from Oxford were finalists at this year’s STEM for BRITAIN event, held on Monday at the Houses of Parliament, with three winning awards in their categories.
The Alan Turing Institute welcomes over 50 new Turing Fellows to tackle societal challenges
1 March 2024
AI and data science Award Computer science Engineering
The new cohort of Turing Fellows will tackle science and innovation challenges, and support our work in skills and public engagement
MPLS researchers honoured in 2024 Blavatnik Awards for Young Scientists
17 January 2024
Associate Professors Fernanda Duarte and Jayne Birkby have been named as Finalists in the 2024 Blavatnik Awards for Young Scientists in the UK. The prestigious awards celebrate the past accomplishments and future potential of the UK’s most innovative young scientists and engineers.
Professor Mike Kendall wins Royal Astronomical Society’s Gold Medal
12 January 2024
Head of Oxford University’s Department of Earth Sciences, Professor John-Michael Kendall, has today been awarded the 2024 Gold Medal for Geophysics from the Royal Astronomical Society (RAS). The award recognises his outstanding work in the field of seismology (the study of earthquakes and seismic waves in the Earth’s interior) and for his support for the next generation of seismic researchers.
New Year Honours 2024
1 January 2024
Four academics from MPLS Division have been recognised in the New Year Honours 2024 Lists.
Oxford Engineering student wins 'Prototypes for Humanity' innovation award at COP28
12 December 2023
Award Climate Engineering Space
'Prototypes for Humanity' recognises innovators in science and engineering, working on solutions for social and environmental issues.