Treating sleep problems may be important in schizophrenia A study of schizophrenia patients has found profound disruptions in their sleep patterns, with half also having irregular body clocks that are out of synch with the pattern of night and day.
New malaria vaccine may stop deadly parasites in their tracks A new malaria vaccine with the potential to neutralise all strains of the most deadly species of malaria parasite has been developed by an Oxford University-led team.

Learning left from right

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Learning left from right
New Oxford scholarships at Blavatnik School of Government At least one-third of the first cohort of graduates admitted for study at the Blavatnik School of Government could receive full funding.
Mystery of car battery’s current solved Chemists have solved the 150 year-old mystery of what gives the lead-acid battery, found under the bonnet of most cars, its unique ability to deliver a surge of current.
The role of social media in protests A study has explored the dynamics behind social network sites in recruiting and spreading calls for action that contribute to riots, revolutions and protests.
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Dwarf star triggered supernova

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Dwarf star triggered supernova The star that exploded to create the nearest supernova of its type to be discovered since 1986 has been revealed by an international team including Oxford University scientists.

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