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AHTV takes places 6 November in London, bringing together academics and the broadcast industry to forge relationships and discuss working together.

New study reveals the anatomy of Uturuncu, the 'zombie' volcano

Researchers from the Department of Earth Sciences have helped to reveal the inner workings of Bolivia’s 'zombie' volcano, Uturuncu. The study used seismology, physics models, and rock composition analysis to identify the causes of Uturuncu’s unrest, helping to alleviate fears of an imminent eruption.

In The Conversation: A robot that you ride like a horse is being developed. It will stretch current limits of engineering.

Matías Mattamala from the Oxford Robotics Institute writes for The Conversation about the engineering complexities of developing a robotic horse.

Oxford welcomes new Schmidt AI in Science Fellows

Ten new Fellows have joined the Eric and Wendy Schmidt AI in Science Postdoctoral Fellowship programme at the University of Oxford. Now entering its third year, the programme is helping to accelerate the next scientific revolution by applying artificial intelligence (AI) techniques to research across the natural sciences, engineering, and mathematical sciences.

Paying fishers to release endangered catches can aid conservation but only if done right

The study, led by the Department of Biology and published in Science Advances, is the world’s first randomised controlled trial to assess the effectiveness of an incentive-based marine conservation programme conclusively.

New ultrasound drug delivery system found to be highly effective against bacterial biofilms

Researchers from the Department of Engineering Science and NDORMS engineered ultrasound-activated, antibiotic-loaded nanoparticles that disrupt biofilms and deliver drugs directly to infection sites – advancing non-invasive targeting of infections.

From The Conversation: If we must bring back extinct species, let’s focus on the giant herbivores

An impressive feat for Colossal Biosciences would be re-engineering large animals to provide lost ecological functions writes Professor Tim Coulson in The Conversation.

Scientists find evidence that overturns theories of the origin of water on Earth

Department of Earth Sciences researchers have helped overturn the popular theory that water on Earth originated from asteroids bombarding its surface. Instead, the material which built our planet was far richer in hydrogen than previously thought.

Two MPLS researchers awarded EPSRC Quantum Technology Fellowships

Dr Jacob Blackmore from the Department of Physics and Dr Zhenyu Cai from the Department of Engineering Science have been awarded Quantum Technology Career Acceleration Fellowships by the Engineering and Physical Sciences Research Council (EPSRC).

Oxford-led divisional collaboration wins the PNAS Cozzarelli Prize

A collaborative study between the Medical Sciences Division and the Mathematical, Physical and Life Sciences Division has been awarded the 2024 PNAS Cozzarelli Prize in Biomedical Science.

Oxford researchers awarded ARIA funding to develop safety-first AI

Researchers from the Departments of Computer Science and Engineering Science are leading two major projects as part of the UK Government’s Advanced Research and Invention Agency (ARIA) Safeguarded AI programme.

Linnean Medal 2025 awarded to wildlife biologist Professor David Macdonald

Professor David Macdonald, who founded the Department of Biology’s Wildlife Conservation Research Unit (WildCRU), has been awarded the Linnean Medal for long-standing and significant contributions to natural sciences.

New cutting-edge microscope to boost imaging capabilities

The Department of Materials celebrates a new chapter in its microscopy facilities with the arrival of the JEOL GrandARM300F. The new instrument will support cutting-edge research across the University and play a role in teaching the next generation of microscopists.

In The Conversation: How a new wave of fighter jets could transform aerial combat

Dr David Bacci from the Oxford Thermofluids Laboratory explains the engineering advancements in the new sixth-generation of jets for The Conversation.

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.

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