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« Back to NewsWalking at Blenheim Palace for Wellbeing
2 December 2021
Innovation and Enterprise MPLS
Oxford University has collaborated with nearby Blenheim Palace to the test the benefit of social prescriptions, a medical intervention offering preventive remedies in the form of activity ranging from walking in nature to social interaction. The coordinating body was the Pitch-In project, in which Oxford is a key partner.
Oxford Robotics and AI push new boundaries with Amazon Web Services
29 November 2021
AI and data science Business and Industry Computer science Engineering Innovation and Enterprise
Oxford’s leading AI and robotics scientists are entering a new, exciting phase of collaboration with Amazon Web Services (AWS).
Design competition launched for £1bn Innovation District at Begbroke
23 November 2021
Begbroke Innovation and Enterprise
Oxford University Development (OUD), the £4bn joint venture between the University of Oxford and Legal & General Capital, has launched an international competition to find a team to design the masterplan for its world-leading £1billion, 190-hectare mixed-use Innovation District at Begbroke Science Park.
Oxford University spin-out Quantum Dice wins Institute of Physics business award
18 November 2021
Award Innovation and Enterprise Physics Spin out
Quantum Dice's founders include the Department of Physics’ Ramy Aboushelbaya and Marko Mayr; the company is developing the world’s first compact source-device independent quantum random number generator set to play a key role in the cybersecurity market.
Oxford joins consortium to advance quantum drug discovery with £6.8M grant from Innovate UK
5 November 2021
Funding Innovation and Enterprise Medical science Physical sciences underpinning health Quantum Statistics
Oxford University today joins a consortium led by the digital quantum computing company, SEEQC, to build and deliver a full-stack quantum computer for pharmaceutical drug development for Merck KGaA.
Nicola Blackwood appointed Chair of Oxford University Innovation board
2 November 2021
Business and Industry Innovation and Enterprise
Former Minister to chair Oxford University’s research commercialisation arm amidst period of record growth for Oxford’s innovation ecosystem
Oxford Nanopore Technologies floated on the London Stock Exchange
28 October 2021
Chemistry Innovation and Enterprise Spin out
Oxford Nanopore Technologies, a company which began as a spinout from the Department of Chemistry, has floated on the London Stock Exchange. It is the UK's biggest spinout IPO and the 5th biggest worldwide.
Results of the Oxford Climate Tech and Sustainability Innovation Challenge 2021 announced
26 October 2021
Climate Innovation and Enterprise MPLS
The Oxford Climate Tech and Sustainability Innovation Challenge was a call for Oxford Researchers to submit ideas based on their research to help meet the challenges faced by the world in this historic climate crisis.
Oxford University Innovation announces Mairi Gibbs as its new COO
12 July 2021
Dr Mairi Gibbs, formerly Head of Operations at Oxford University Innovation (OUI), has been promoted to Chief Operating Officer at OUI, taking the reins from the outgoing Dr Adam Stoten.
Professor Kylie Vincent appointed first Academic Champion for Women in Entrepreneurship
18 May 2021
Chemistry Innovation and Enterprise Women in science
This is a new post, which will work in support of the priorities in the University Strategic Plan 2018-2023 and the Knowledge Exchange Strategy, around innovation and entrepreneurship.
Oxford University and Prenetics announce landmark collaboration to scale rapid testing tech globally
20 April 2021
Biomedical engineering COVID-19 Engineering Innovation and Enterprise MPLS
Today, the University of Oxford, Prenetics Limited, a global leader in diagnostics and genetic testing, and Oxford Suzhou Centre for Advanced Research (OSCAR) have signed collaboration agreements to further develop the award-winning OxLAMP technology, a rapid, molecular testing technology for infectious diseases.
On a mission: Innovative solutions to pressing environmental problems
10 February 2021
Innovation and Enterprise Zoology
The World’s First Conservation Venture Studio has today been launched, with a mission to bring forward novel and innovative solutions to the world’s most pressing environmental problems.
Low-cost ventilator wins at E&T Innovation Awards
23 November 2020
Award COVID-19 Engineering Innovation and Enterprise
OxVent is a rapidly deployable and scalable low-cost mechanical ventilator specially designed for COVID-19, which has now been recognised as one of the best innovations of the year by the Institute of Engineering and Technology.
MPLS success in Vice-Chancellor's Innovation Awards 2020
28 July 2020
Award Chemistry Computer science Innovation and Enterprise Physics
The Vice-Chancellor Innovation Awards celebrate research-led innovation that is having societal or economic impact.
Oxford scientists develop rapid testing technology for COVID-19
18 March 2020
Biomedical engineering COVID-19 Innovation and Enterprise Medical science
Scientists from the University of Oxford’s Engineering Science Department and the Oxford Suzhou Centre for Advanced Research (OSCAR) have developed a rapid testing technology for the novel corona virus SARS-CoV-2 (COVID-19). The team, led by Prof. Zhanfeng Cui and Prof. Wei Huang, have been working to improve test capabilities as the virus spreads internationally.
Oxford Sciences Innovation Plc appoints new CEO and Chairman; prepares for next phase of growth
4 March 2019
Business and Industry Innovation and Enterprise MPLS
Oxford Sciences Innovation Plc (OSI) has announced two new Board-level appointments, with experienced technology entrepreneur Charles Conn joining as Chief Executive and former Google CFO Patrick Pichette joining as Chairman.
Oxford 3D bioprinting company OxSyBio secures £10m in funding
13 March 2018
Business and Industry Chemistry Innovation and Enterprise Spin out
OxSyBio, an Oxford University biotech spinout company developing 3D printer technology capable of printing biological materials with a diverse range of therapeutic purposes, has secured £10m in Series A financing from Woodford Investment Management alongside new and existing backers.