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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.

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.

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.

Attisani donation funds PhD scholarship in ZERO Institute at Oxford

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.

New AI-powered tool could enhance forensic investigations of traumatic brain injuries

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.

EPSRC announces £22 million investment for seven projects to kick start economic growth and address regional needs

Nuclear robotics and artificial intelligence cluster will link Cumbria and Oxfordshire to accelerate the decommissioning of the country’s nuclear legacy and remove people from harm.

New, ARIA-backed project aims to unlock radically cheaper AI hardware

The University of Oxford is to share in a £50 million award from the Advanced Research + Invention Agency (ARIA), to advance research that could unlock artificial intelligence (AI) hardware at a thousandth of the cost.

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.

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.

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.

Engineering Professors elected as Royal Academy of Engineering Fellows

At its AGM on 17 September 2024 the Royal Academy of Engineering elected 71 leading figures in the field of engineering and technology to its Fellowship. Professor Tim Denison and Professor Paul Shearing are amongst those elected.

‘Origami-inspired’ folding electrodes could reduce surgery needed to treat brain conditions

A research team led by the University of Oxford and the University of Cambridge have created new ‘origami-inspired’ brain electrodes that can fold to a fraction of their full size. This advance could significantly reduce the amount of surgery needed to treat conditions such as epilepsy, or to install brain-computer interfaces.

Four MPLS scientists awarded Royal Society of Chemistry prizes

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.

A Green Steel pathway would turbocharge Ukraine’s post-war recovery, new study shows

As the international community gathers this week to discuss Ukraine’s post-war recovery, a new analysis led by the University of Oxford demonstrates that Green Steel should be top of the agenda.

Professor Constantin Coussios elected as a Fellow of the Academy of Medical Sciences

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.

World leaders still need to wake up to AI risks, say leading experts ahead of AI Safety Summit

Leading AI scientists, including researchers from the University of Oxford, are calling for stronger action on AI risks from world leaders, warning that progress has been insufficient since the first AI Safety Summit in Bletchley Park six months ago.

Professor Lionel Tarassenko appointed as non-political life peer in the House of Lords

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.

Recipients of the inaugural SCGC–FIRST awards announced

SCGC-FIRST is a major new award scheme to develop novel ideas and nascent research from Oxford’s laboratories into environmental sustainability solutions for the global chemicals industry. The four chosen projects exemplify innovation and promise to accelerate sustainable technology development.

Dr Sara Keller receives L’Oréal-UNESCO Women in Science Rising Talent fellowship for Engineering

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

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.

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