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Researchers and volunteers unite to uncover spectacular space discoveries in new satellite data
20 March 2025
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
19 March 2025
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
10 March 2025
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
7 March 2025
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
6 March 2025
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
28 February 2025
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
26 February 2025
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
26 February 2025
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
21 February 2025
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
20 February 2025
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
19 February 2025
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
19 February 2025
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
17 February 2025
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
7 February 2025
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.
First distributed quantum algorithm brings quantum supercomputers closer
6 February 2025
A breakthrough from researchers at the Department of Physics addresses quantum’s ‘scalability problem’: a quantum computer powerful enough to be capable of processing millions of qubits.
Professor Sir Nigel Shadbolt appointed to the UK Government’s Council for Science and Technology
4 February 2025
Professor Shadbolt from the Department of Computer Science will join seven other new members who will advise on strategic science and technology policy issues that cut across the responsibilities of individual government departments.
Empowering the Next Generation of Physicists: The Denys Firth Scholarship Launched with £1.52M Endowment
3 February 2025
The Mathematical, Physical, and Life Sciences (MPLS) Division at the University of Oxford is delighted to announce the establishment of the Denys Firth Scholarship in Theoretical Physics, made possible by a generous gift from Denys Firth (Oriel College, 1969, Physics).
Researchers develop new method to identify fake Covid-19 vaccines
30 January 2025
Researchers at the University of Oxford and their collaborators, including the Serum Institute of India, have developed an innovative method to identify falsified vaccines without opening the vaccine vial.
From The Conversation: The global plant trade is spreading invasive species to Europe
29 January 2025
Amy Hinsley, Senior Research Fellow in the Department of Biology, and Silviu Petrovan, Senior Research Associate at the University of Cambridge, investigate the risks involved in the increasing trade in trees, cut flowers, pot plants, bulbs and foliage.
Researchers confirm the existence of an exoplanet in the habitable zone
28 January 2025
The planet was originally detected two years ago by Oxford University scientist Dr Michael Cretignier. This result, drawing on over two decades of observations, opens a window to future studies of Earth-like exoplanets that may have conditions suitable for life.