Tag: Oxford University
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Vitamin D: A Shield Against the Flu, Say Oxford Scientists
New findings from Oxford scientists highlight vitamin D’s role in protecting against the flu Vitamin D, often called the sunshine vitamin, may play a more important part in warding off the flu than previously thought. A new study led by researchers at Oxford University suggests that keeping blood levels of vitamin D within an adequate…
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Oxford University faces renewed scrutiny as harassment claims and withheld information emerge
Overview Oxford University is under renewed scrutiny after reports that information about harassment claims against a senior figure may have been withheld from the public and university governance bodies. The controversy centers on allegations of power abuse, inappropriate sexual conduct, and favoritism affecting female students and researchers. The individual at the center of the debate…
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Oxford Harassment Claims: Information Withheld and Emeritus Titles Relinquished
Background In a developing controversy surrounding academic governance at one of the world’s oldest universities, Oxford University faces renewed scrutiny over how harassment claims were handled in recent years. Reports indicate that crucial information related to allegations of abuse by a senior figure was withheld from stakeholders and that the university’s response has prompted questions…
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Oxford harassment claims: withheld information and a rising scrutiny
Background In a developing saga surrounding one of academia’s oldest institutions, Oxford University is facing a critical questions about transparency and governance. A former figure associated with the university, who held several prestigious posts, relinquished his emeritus titles in November last year after media inquiries. The guidance and rules governing investigations into staff conduct are…
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Oxford Leads $26.7M Drive for Multivalent Filovirus Vaccine Against Ebola, Sudan, Bundibugyo, and Marburg
Overview: A Bold Step Toward Broad Filovirus Protection Researchers at the University of Oxford have announced an ambitious, globally funded effort to create a single multivalent vaccine capable of protecting against multiple filoviruses, including Ebola virus (EBOV), Sudan virus (SUDV), Bundibugyo virus (BDBV), and Marburg virus (MARV). The project, supported by a $26.7 million investment,…
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Oxford leads $26.7M push for a single vaccine to guard against multiple filoviruses
Overview: A bold push for a multivalent filovirus vaccine Scientists at the University of Oxford have announced a major funding windfall and a bold research agenda aimed at developing a multivalent vaccine. The goal is to create a single booster that can protect against multiple filoviruses, including Ebola, Sudan virus, Bundibugyo virus, and Marburg virus.…
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Giant Sauropod Footprints Unearthed in Oxfordshire Quarry: A 220-Metre Trail from Cetiosaurus
Discovery of a 220-Metre Sauropod Footprint Trail A remarkable paleontological find has emerged from Dewars Farm Quarry near Bicester, England, where a 220-metre trail of enormous sauropod footprints has been uncovered during limestone removal. The trace, believed to have been made by Cetiosaurus, a long-necked, four-legged herbivore, offers an unprecedented window into the lives of…
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Vaccines Against Dementia: New Hope From Existing Vaccines
Rising Dementia Burden and the Promise of Prevention Dementia remains a major global health challenge. Current estimates indicate more than 55 million people live with dementia worldwide, with about 10 million new cases each year. Without a cure, the burden grows as populations age, and projections suggest that the number of affected individuals could triple…