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Unlocking cellular symmetry could revolutionise understanding of disease

Led by Professor Yvonne Jones at the Division of Structural Biology and Professor David Strutt at the University of Sheffield's School of Biosciences, this £3.7 million Wellcome Trust-funded project brings together cutting-edge technology and world-class expertise.

The Global Health Network reaches 1 million members

The Global Health Network has achieved a remarkable milestone: one million members worldwide. This dynamic and inclusive community of healthcare professionals and researchers is addressing two of the most pressing challenges in global health. By equipping teams to tackle everyday diseases of poverty and strengthening the ability to detect and respond to emerging threats, The Global Health Network is saving lives and safeguarding the future of global health.

Professor Sarah Gilbert appointed as Deputy Head of Department

The Department wishes to announce that Professor Dame Sarah Gilbert has been appointed to the role of Deputy Head of Department of the Nuffield Department of Medicine for a five-year term.

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.

Dr Lennard Lee featured in Fujifilm anniversary documentary series

NDM’s Dr Lennard Lee has been featured in Fujifilm Europe’s 90th Anniversary celebration documentary series, which honours 20 exceptional innovators helping to shape the future across Europe. Dr Lee has been recognised as a UK exemplar for his groundbreaking contributions to the cancer vaccines research field, accelerating the uptake of digital trials, and demonstrating a faster, simpler, and more efficient model for clinical trials.

Prof Anneke Lucassen to lead Public and Community Engagement with Research

Professor Anneke Lucassen will chair the Public and Community Engagement with Research Advisory Board and launch the 2024-2029 strategy as the new Academic Champion for Oxford University.

Md Zakiul Hassan recognised as 2024 ISID Emerging Leader

PSI researcher Md Zakiul Hassan, the inaugural Oxford-MoH Foundation DPhil Scholar, has been recognised as 2024 ISID Emerging Leader in International Infectious Diseases. The award from the International Society for Infectious Diseases acknowledges early-career excellence in the field.

Dr Xin Hui Chan awarded BIA Barnett Christie Lecture

Dr Xin Hui Chan has won the competitive 2024 Barnett Christie Lecture award of the British Infection Association. As part of the award, Dr Chan delivered a lecture entitled ‘Drugs for Tropical Infections: Challenges, Opportunities, and the Infectious Disease Physician’.

KEMRI renews collaboration with Oxford University and Wellcome Trust

The Kenya Medical Research Institute (KEMRI) has signed a seven-year memorandum of agreement with the Wellcome Trust and the University of Oxford. Under this collaboration, Wellcome has awarded £91 million (KES 15 billion) to support research over the next seven years. KEMRI have been collaborating with the Wellcome Trust and the University of Oxford on improving health through research for over 35 years.

Dr Nicky Whiffin awarded Balfour Lecture 2025

Nicky Whiffin, Associate Professor and Sir Henry Dale Fellow at the University of Oxford’s Big Data Institute and Centre for Human Genetics, has been awarded the 2025 Balfour Lecture by the Genetics Society.

NDM unit awarded £11m to address antimicrobial resistance

The National Institute for Health and Care Research (NIHR) has awarded the Modernising Medical Microbiology consortium £11 million to address major public health threat, antimicrobial resistance. The Oxford Health Protection Research Unit (HPRU) in Healthcare Associated Infections and Antimicrobial Resistance, hosted by the Nuffield Department of Medicine since 2014, is one of 13 HPRUs funded by NIHR as part of an £80 million funding boost.

Pandemic Sciences Institute partners with Universiti Malaysia Sabah

The Pandemic Sciences Institute has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with Universiti Malaysia Sabah (UMS), to advance a shared understanding of the risks of emerging viruses in regions rich in biodiversity.

University of Oxford unveils new vaccine development partnership

Oxford Cancer, the Oxford Vaccine Group and the Pandemic Sciences Institute have announced a new collaboration with Belgian biotech innovator Univercells.

Three new Fellows join the Institute of Molecular and Computational Medicine

Last month the final two Oxford-GSK Institute of Molecular and Computational Medicine (IMCM) Fellows were welcomed to NDM’s Centre for Human Genetics. Dr Martina Hallegger and Dr Charmaine Lang join Dr Steph Fowler to build capacity in neurodegenerative disease research at the Centre.

Professor David Aanensen awarded 2025 Translational Microbiology Prize

Professor David Aanensen, Principal Investigator at the Pandemic Sciences Institute and Big Data Institute, has been honoured with the 2025 Translational Microbiology Prize in recognition for his work in the areas of translational microbiology and genomic epidemiology.

Professor Andrew Brent appointed Visiting Professor

Prof Andrew Brent has been granted the title of Visiting Professor of Infectious Diseases and General Medicine, in recognition of his successful collaboration with the University of Oxford.

Dr Claire Chewapreecha wins Nature Award for Inspiring Women in Science

Dr Chewapreecha, a Wellcome International Intermediate Fellow and computational biologist at NDM's Mahidol-Oxford Tropical Medicine Research Unit, has been announced as the Individual Winner at this year’s Inspiring Women in Science Awards hosted by Nature and The Estée Lauder Companies. She was honoured at a ceremony in London on 31 October.

Lorenz von Seidlein awarded Royal Society Tropical Medicine and Hygiene Medal

The Royal Society for Tropical Medicine and Hygiene recently awarded MORU’s Professor Lorenz von Seidlein (centre) the Donald Mackay Medal in London for outstanding work in tropical health.

Oxford Liver Cancer Centre of Excellence launched

To mark liver cancer awareness month, we are excited to announce the launch of the Oxford LIVer cancer centre of Excellence (OLivE) to improve outcomes for liver cancer patients.

The Global Health Network MENA Regional Hub officially launched

The Global Health Network, hosted by NDM, proudly announced the official launch of its Middle East North Africa (MENA) Regional Hub, an initiative set to revolutionise health research, education, and practice across the region. The launch event was held at the Canadian University Dubai on the 21st October 2024, and brought together leading experts, policymakers, and academic institutions to chart a path toward a healthier and more resilient future for the MENA region.

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