Research
Oxford is world-famous for research excellence and home to some of the most talented people from across the globe. Our work helps the lives of millions, solving real-world problems through a huge network of partnerships and collaborations. The breadth and interdisciplinary nature of our research sparks imaginative and inventive insights and solutions.
Tackling climate change by researching routes to greenhouse gas removal
Researchers from the University of Oxford are looking at ways to reduce greenhouse gasses from the atmosphere.
From the lab to the bedside: Translating healthcare research into clinical patient benefit
The Oxford Biomedical Research Centre is helping to turn healthcare research into practical solutions to benefit patients.
Revolutionising solar power technology: Oxford PV
Helping to make solar power more efficient and more affordable.
SOPHIA: Helping private companies reduce poverty
Researches from the University of Oxford are developing ways to help businesses tackle poverty across the world.
Whose Heritage, Whose Reconstruction?
Impact case study
Dr Judith McKenzie’s convictions about the ‘intangible heritage’ vested in historic sites by those who live among them are shared by other Oxford academics.
The National Trust Partnership: Connecting cutting-edge Oxford University research with the National Trust’s places and collections
A look into the collaborative partnership between the National Trust and Oxford University research.
Identifying and fixing critical design flaws in Bluetooth
Impact case study
Oxford University research uncovered critical flaws in the Bluetooth standard implemented in billions of devices worldwide.
Archaeology from Above
Impact case study
The vast scope of EAMENA – Endangered Archaeology in the Middle East and North Africa – belies its origins in a smaller venture to document the ancient heritage of Jordan from above.
Lighthouse in a Storm
Impact case study
One timely innovation by Oxford University is offering a second life for historic monuments and other heritage sites destroyed in current conflicts in the Middle East and beyond.
Why Oxford archaeologists dream of seeing the Palmyra Arch rebuilt by Syrians.
Impact case study
As Islamist militants are driven finally out of their captured strongholds, Oxford archaeologists have urged that the restoration of damaged historic sites be made a priority.
Oxford to receive £7 million to turn bright ideas into global opportunities
The award follows Oxford’s recent top ranking in the UK for generating spin-out companies and its success in the Research Exc
Preparing the UK for a new era of trade
As the United Kingdom enters a new era of trade after leaving the European Union, the government is now tasked with developing a strategic trade policy that balances multiple stakeholder priorities.
Digital Delius
Impact case study
Researchers from the Faculty of Music have catalogued the work of British composer, Frederick Delius, and engaged with audiences to increase knowledge and understanding of his music and the process of composition.
Tackling climate change by researching routes to greenhouse gas removal
Impact case study
Since 2003, researchers at the University of Oxford have been conducting research on approaches to greenhouse gas removal from the atmosphere.
Improving technology to support offshore wind production
Impact case study
An Oxford research team has improved engineering design for the ‘monopile’ foundations that support offshore wind turbines – reducing costs to enable the economic scale up of wind energy.
Rough Paths: gaining insights and building solutions
Impact case study
Researchers in the Department of Mathematical Science are using the mathematics of ‘rough paths’ and signatures to enhance the analysis of complex streams of data – helping to identify practical solutions to real-world challenges.
OMass Therapeutics: New technology for drug discovery and development
Impact case study
Oxford University spin-out, OMass Therapeutics, is using new technologies to develop treatments for rare immunological and genetic diseases.
Transforming Central Bank Communications: wider communication with targeted audiences
Impact case study
Michael McMahon and colleagues have developed evidence on the importance of central banks communicating beyond traditional audiences – influencing the Bank of England, and other central banks, to engage more effectively with the public.
Combating drug-resistant malaria
Impact case study
Oxford University research has contributed to strategies to eliminate malaria in the Greater Mekong Sub-region, helping to prevent the spread of drug-resistant malaria and improving health provision and outcomes for remote communities.
Making the case for sugar taxes: UK, Ireland and Mexico
Impact case study
Researchers at the University of Oxford have made the case for sugar taxes to reduce obesity and boost health – influencing policy in Mexico, Ireland, and the UK.
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