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Body Mass Index (BMI), blood pressure and physical activity levels in childhood linked to brain differences

Poorer cardiovascular health in childhood and adolescence may be linked to early differences in brain structure, particularly in areas of the brain known to be affected in dementia in later life, according to a new scientific study.

Inhaled vaccines could reduce viral transmission

An important step toward advancing vaccines for human use, a recent study has shown that inhaled vaccines could potentially improve efficiency and reduce viral transmission.

New study reveals link between head injuries and viruses in Alzheimer's Disease

Researchers from Oxford’s Institute of Population Ageing and the University of Manchester, and Tufts University have found that head injuries, such as those induced in sports and the military, may re-awaken dormant viruses in the brain, triggering the onset of conditions including Alzheimer’s Disease and dementia

Oxford researchers develop blood test to enable early detection of multiple cancers

Oxford University researchers have unveiled a new blood test – powered by machine learning – which shows real promise in detecting multiple types of cancer in their earliest stages, when the disease is hardest to detect.

Ben Schuster-Böckler elected as a Fellow of the Royal Society of Biology

The Royal Society of Biology have recognised Associate Professor Benjamin Schuster-Böckler from NDM's Ludwig Institute for Cancer Research as a Fellow in their January 2025 nominations round.

Umbrella review of traumatic brain injury research

Lead author Maya Ogonah outlines the findings from her research into traumatic brain injuries which has been published in the journal Nature Mental Health.

Bursary will honour Professor Valentine Macaulay

A bursary has been established to honour the memory of the late Professor Valentine (Val) Macaulay who made incredible contributions to prostate cancer research.

New study reveals the COVID-19 pandemic’s impact on other causes of death

An international study involving researchers at the Leverhulme Centre for Demographic Science has found significant effects of the COVID-19 pandemic on many causes of death across 24 countries.

Radical rethink of mental health support for adolescents needed – new study

Young people have given important insights into what mental health support they prefer and what does not work for them or meet their needs, as part of a major new study of thousands of adolescents.

A way to test the ability of red blood cells to deliver oxygen by measuring their shape

Scientists have developed a way of assessing the ability of red blood cells to deliver oxygen by measuring their shape. This test could improve specialist transplant and transfusion practice as well as blood banking. The research is now published open access in eBioMedicine – part of the Lancet Discovery Science.

Oxford study identifies the most effective treatments for ADHD in adults

Atomoxetine and a class of drug known as stimulants are the most effective treatments in the management of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) symptoms in adults, according to a new study.

Christmas Case Study

Research from the Nuffield Department of Orthopaedics, Rheumatology and Musculoskeletal Sciences (NDORMS) may have had an unanticipated secondary effect by saving Christmas.

The genetic basis of fertility, family and longevity

A new review by researchers from Oxford Population Health and the University of Iceland, published in Nature Aging, reveals how your DNA shapes reproductive health, fertility, and even life expectancy.

Can we get to overseas conferences without wrecking the planet?

Two Oxford researchers share their eye-opening journey to a conference in Marrakesh by train and ferry instead of flying. Discover the challenges, unexpected joys, and compelling environmental case for low-carbon academic travel.

Mei Nortley awarded inaugural Averil Mansfield Trainer of the Year Award

Ms Mei Nortley, Deputy Director of Teaching in Surgery at the Nuffield Department of Surgical Sciences, has been presented with the inaugural Averil Mansfield Trainer of the Year Award 2024.

Alethiomics – using Artemis to hunt down blood cancers

Spin-out company Alethiomics, focused on the development of innovative treatments for blood cancers, is Oxford through-and-through. Founded by Clinician Scientists who run neighbouring laboratories at the University’s MRC Weatherall Institute of Molecular Medicine, seed financed by Oxford Science Enterprises and located at the BioEscalator, the company’s early years have been immersed in the Oxford innovation ecosystem.

Research Excellence Framework (REF) Panel Update

Oxford and partners lead on two new MRC Centres to create cutting-edge gene therapies

Oxford University researchers are to lead and co-lead on two MRC research centres, which are being launched to develop new advanced treatments for currently untreatable diseases.

MSD Research Staff Forum update: Sharing activities that help researchers

First vaccine against blood-stage malaria is well-tolerated and offers effective protection

The results of a clinical trial into a new malaria vaccine candidate (RH5.1/Matrix-MTM) show it is well-tolerated and offers effective protection against the blood-stage of the disease - the first inoculation to do so.

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