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New guidance on conservation and human rights launched today at United Nations biodiversity conference COP16

A major new publication on conservation and human rights cowritten by conservation researchers at the University of Oxford’s Department of Biology and human rights experts at Forest Peoples Programme will be launched today at the United Nations biodiversity conference in Colombia, CBD COP16.

Intelligence Community Awards Support Oxford Security Research

Dr Christian Schroeder de Witt (Department of Engineering Science) and Dr Simon Birnbach (Department of Computer Science) have been awarded UK Intelligence Community Postdoctoral Research Fellowship programme to tackle emerging security challenges.

Study finds that better ocean connectivity boosts reef fish populations

Research led by the University of Oxford has found that oceanographic connectivity (the movement and exchange of water between different parts of the ocean) is a key influence for fish abundance across the Western Indian Ocean (WIO).

Two Oxford physicists recognised by the Institute of Physics

Professor Stephen Blundell and Professor Laura Herz from the Department of Physics have been awarded gold medals from the Institute of Physics (IOP).

In The Conversation: Getting carbon capture right will be hard – but that doesn’t make it optional

Professor Myles Allen, Department of Physics and School of Geography and the Environment, sets out the case for focussing on the big picture – why we need Carbon Capture and Storage to work

Four Oxford researchers win prestigious Philip Leverhulme Prizes

Associate Professor Natalia Ares (Department of Engineering Science), who received the Philip Leverhulme Prize for her work on experimental quantum physics, was one of four Oxford researchers recognised by the Leverhulme Trust.

Computational method could prove a game-changer in tracking down river polluters

A new computational method developed by researchers at Oxford University and Imperial College London uses an innovative new technique to track down the sources of river pollutants. In a case study, the model identified the source of a harmful neonicotinoid pesticide – banned for agricultural use.

In The Conversation: Nuer people have a sacred connection to birds

A multi-disciplinary team from Jimma University, University of Oxford, University of Oslo and Bahir Dar University discuss how cultural connection can guide conservation in Ethiopia and South Sudan.

In The Conversation: How profits from big pharma’s use of genetic information could revolutionise nature conservation

A key debate at Cop16, the upcoming UN biodiversity conference, will be how best to channel funding into protecting valuable biological resources explains Professor EJ Milner-Gulland et al.

In The Conversation: Does parrot farming protect wild species?

Does parrot farming protect wild species? Wildlife trade researchers from WildCRU and University of Cape Town review the evidence in The Conversation.

Study shows carbon dioxide release from Arctic Canada rocks is accelerating with global warming

Researchers from the Department of Earth Sciences have shown that weathering of rocks in the Canadian Arctic will accelerate with rising temperatures, triggering a positive feedback loop that will release more and more CO2 to the atmosphere.

New research network unites global fight against antimicrobial resistance

A new University-wide network on antimicrobial resistance aims to generate novel research and collaborations to tackle one of the most urgent global health threats. The new Oxford AMR Network will unite researchers across the life sciences, medical and social sciences, and humanities.

Professor Ian Shipsey FRS

We are deeply saddened to convey the news of the death of Ian Shipsey – distinguished particle physicist, esteemed head of department, passionate champion of his field, and our colleague who will be greatly missed.

RisingWISE Impact Report 2024 – A Powerful Journey of Enabling Women in STEM

The RisingWISE Impact Report 2024 is now available, showcasing the powerful impact of the RisingWISE programme in shaping the careers of over 257 women in STEM.

Prof Jim Naismith's Annual Reception - Celebrating A Year of Achievements

On Wednesday, 2nd October, around 100 representatives from across the Mathematical, Physical and Life Sciences (MPLS) Division and central services gathered at Rewley House for Prof Jim Naismith's annual reception.

A blueprint for sustainability: Building new circular battery economies to power the future

The Oxford Martin School Programme on Circular Battery Economies aims to deliver a blueprint for a truly circular battery economy, with a focus on leveraging opportunities in the Global South. The programme is led by Paul Shearing, Department of Engineering Science and Director of the ZERO Institute.

In The Conversation: New solar cells break efficiency record

New solar cells are breaking efficiency record – and could eventually supercharge how we get energy from the Sun writes Professor Sebastian Bonilla from the Department of Materials.

Expert Comment: Three key pillars to tackle antimicrobial resistance effectively

Timothy Walsh, Director of Biology at the Ineos Oxford Institute for antimicrobial research outlines three priorities that global leaders must consider at the UN High-Level Meeting on AMR held on 26 September.

Ant queens cannibalise their sick offspring - then ‘recycle’ them

Instead of nurturing their sick young, ant queens eat their infected offspring at the first sign of illness then ‘recycle’ them into producing new eggs, a new study led by the University of Oxford has shown.

New analysis indicates UK hunting trophies law would cause more harm than good

A new study led by researchers from the Department of Biology and the Oxford Martin Programme on Wildlife Trade concludes that the proposed UK Hunting Trophies (Import Prohibition) Bill could cause more harm than good for the species it is intended to protect.

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