Boost for bioscience doctoral training Oxford University has been awarded approximately £3m to train a new generation of researchers to tackle the most important challenges in bioscience research.
‘Goldilocks’ gene could determine best treatment for TB patients Tuberculosis patients may receive treatments in the future according to what version they have of a single 'Goldilocks' gene, says an international research team from Oxford University, King’s College London, Vietnam and the USA.
Half of species found by ‘great plant hunters’ More than 50% of the world’s plant species have been discovered by 2% of plant collectors, a team led by Oxford scientists has found.

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Plant invasion triggered ice ages
Brain size bigger if you have more friends Researchers are suggesting that there is a link between the number of friends you have and the size of the region of the brain - known as the orbital prefrontal cortex - that is found just above the eyes.
Oxford University access activity sees results A flagship Oxford programme to attract students from educationally under-represented backgrounds is having a major impact on University entry, according to new figures.
DNA study reveals how bacteria evaded childhood vaccine Bacteria which can cause pneumonia and meningitis in children swapped DNA to evade a vaccine targeted against them, a new study has found.
Is third party funding effectively regulated in the UK? A study shows that the market for litigation funding is firmly established for commercial disputes in the UK and is extending into cases involving ordinary citizens, such as personal injury and group actions.

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