News — Nuffield Department of Women's & Reproductive Health

Save Rhinos & Send Joy

1 December 2024

This holiday season, skip the postage and go green with digital Christmas cards that help the Northern White Rhino! Your donation supports vital rhino fertility research, so you can spread cheer and make an impact.

A Breakthrough in Early Epigenetic Markers for Childhood Leukemia

25 November 2024

A new study by Professor Terry Dwyer and 17 global partner institutions has revealed crucial molecular markers found in blood that are linked to the later development of acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL) - the most common type of cancer in children.

Our Department’s First Annual Report

25 November 2024

Anti Bullying and Harassment week

11 November 2024

The University of Oxford is deeply committed to addressing bullying and harassment, and has implemented a range of proactive measures to prevent and manage these issues. The University expects all members of its community—along with visitors and contractors—to uphold the highest standards of respect, courtesy, and consideration in their interactions with one another.

Oxford pregnant women between 11-14 weeks to participate in this groundbreaking study

6 November 2024

We are currently searching for volunteers near Oxford to contribute to this important research which could have lasting implications for improving prenatal care and early anomaly detection.

Applications for graduate studies are now open

4 November 2024

Applications are now open for graduate study at the University of Oxford. There are more than 25 research and 30 taught courses in different subject areas across the Medical Sciences Division. If you are considering joining the 2,500+ students who are already part of our thriving research culture, please watch this video and contact us for more information.

Research Unveils High Prevalence of Symptom Flares in Women with Chronic Pelvic Pain

25 October 2024

A recent research study published in BJOG: An International Journal of Obstetrics & Gynaecology reveals that a significant majority of women with chronic pelvic pain (CPP) experience recurrent symptom flares, leading to considerable impact on their daily lives. The study, conducted by a multidisciplinary team led by Lydia Coxon and her colleagues, represents a critical advancement in understanding the triggers and variability of these debilitating episodes.

The Impact of AI on Healthcare: Examining ChatGPT's Role

16 October 2024

AI is revolutionising healthcare globally, with technologies like ChatGPT now at the forefront. ChatGPT can generate text that sounds remarkably human—so much so that humans cannot discern between text written by ChatGPT and that produced by humans. People worldwide use it for tasks ranging from managing finances to writing poetry, often with impressive results. Recently, however, its use in providing medical advice has raised significant concerns.

Oxford Science Festival Session this Tuesday

9 October 2024

Join us at the Oxford Science and Ideas Festival next Tuesday!

Prof. Ahmed and Dr. Zaarour secure funds to develop ovarian cancer vaccine

4 October 2024

Professor Ahmed Ahmed and Dr Nancy Zaarour have received funding from Cancer Research UK to undertake preclinical testing of a preventative vaccine for ovarian cancer. The vaccine would teach the immune system to recognise and attack the earliest stages of ovarian cancer. The team will receive up to £600,000 for the study over the next three years to support lab research into the vaccine.

NDWRH Celebrates Athena Swan Gold Award Success

2 October 2024

The Nuffield Department of Women's & Reproductive Health at the University of Oxford (NDWRH) is proud to announce that on Monday 23 September 2024, the department was awarded the prestigious Athena Swan Gold Award. This achievement follows a rigorous and substantial application process, reaffirming the department’s commitment to gender equality and the promotion of diversity within science and higher education.

Postdoc Appreciation Week (16 - 20 September)

25 September 2024

This week, we celebrated Postdoc Appreciation Week by honouring the contributions of our talented postdocs at the University of Oxford. Their work and commitment makes a huge difference to our research projects and raising the profile of women's health issues.

FemTech Forward 2024: Transforming Women’s Health with Tech

23 September 2024

The FemTech Forward Conference 2024 marked the first conference in this field in Oxford. Led by Christiane Hagel, the event gathered over 80 participants from diverse disciplines to explore advancements in women's health technology. Amongst other speakers were Professor Christian Becker and Dr Tatjana Gibbons.

Human Endometrial Map Uncovers Hidden Health Clues

13 September 2024

The inner lining of the uterus, the endometrium, has been mapped during multiple phases of the menstrual cycle, starting to shed new light on the cells and processes involved and their potential role in conditions such as endometriosis.

Oxford part of new international Pioneer Centre for medical data research

20 August 2024

The University of Oxford has joined forces with Aarhus University and the University of Copenhagen to create a new Pioneer Centre that will become a significant international partner for data-driven medical research. The Pioneer Centre is anchored at Aarhus University with hub sites at each of the three universities and with a total grant of DKK 250 million.

Professor Chris Redman (30 Nov 1941 - 13 Aug 2024)

19 August 2024

It is with deep sadness that we share the news of the passing of our esteemed colleague, Professor Christopher Redman. Chris was a global pioneer in maternity care. A physician by training, he was among the first to recognise the critical importance of both pre-existing medical conditions and diseases unique to pregnancy, particularly pre-eclampsia, in ensuring the safety of mother and child. His work in this area made him a world leader.

Celebrating Innovation: Proposed sale of the Clinical AI Business to GE HealthCare for £40.5 million

16 August 2024

We are delighted to celebrate the remarkable achievements of Intelligent Ultrasound, a pioneering company that began as a spin-out from the University of Oxford in 2012. Co-founded by Prof. Alison Noble and Prof. Aris Papageorghiou, Intelligent Ultrasound has made significant strides in transforming ultrasound technology through cutting-edge artificial intelligence (AI).

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