Dr Eszter Dombi completed her DPhil in Women\u2019s and Reproductive Health in 2019 under the supervision of Professor Joanna Poulton, focusing on mitochondrial quality control and its potential role in treating mitochondrial diseases.\r\n\r\nSince then, she has built an impressive research career spanning Oxford and the United States, and now leads cutting-edge CRISPR-Cas9 screening projects at the University of Oxford\u2019s Target Discovery Institute.
A recent study with insight from Prof. Aris Papageorghiou, published in The Lancet, highlights how artificial intelligence (AI) could help detect congenital heart defects (CHDs) in unborn babies, with research conducted by one of our research teams and the Institute of Biomedical Engineering.
Dr Tatjana Gibbons, an investigator on the ongoing DETECT study, presented results at the World Congress on Endometriosis 2025. The study aims to determine the feasibility of detecting endometriosis using 99mTc-maraciclatide and single-photon emission computed tomography.
A new research trial, known as the PANDA study, has been launched to explore whether iron supplementation during pregnancy can reduce the risk of stillbirth.
Research published in the journal Human Reproduction reveals that women with endometriosis are at a significantly higher risk for developing a range of autoimmune, autoinflammatory, and mixed-pattern diseases. This new study, of unprecedented scale, examines not only clinical associations, but also for the first time the biological basis for these comorbidities - through genetics. It identifies osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, multiple sclerosis, coeliac disease, and psoriasis among the comorbid conditions significantly linked to endometriosis.
Dr. Nathalie Conrad has received a prestigious Wellcome Career Development Award to support her research investigating the epidemiology of congenital heart disease.
Researchers are exploring an innovative approach to boost genetic diversity and help endangered species by using animal dung. Dubbed the \u201cPoo Zoo\u201d the project focuses on extracting living cells from fresh faeces, which could be used to aid conservation efforts.
The release of the government's ME/CFS delivery plan is imminent, but the lack of a strategic call for these complex, chronic conditions has left patients frustrated and demanding action.
A huge congratulations to Professor Chris Yau on becoming Co-Director for the new CDT in Fundamentals of AI, an exciting new initiative in partnership with EIT Oxford (The Ellison Institute of Technology).
In her article, journalist Lydia Denworth explores how endometriosis, often associated with pelvic pain, can impact the entire body, featuring insights from Professor Krina Zondervan on the broader effects of this often misunderstood condition.
The University of Oxford has been named Top Institution for Clinical, Pre-clinical and Health in The Times Higher Education Subject Ranking (THE), marking an impressive 14th consecutive year in this prestigious position. NDWRH sits within the Medical Sciences Division (MSD), the largest of the four academic divisions and an internationally recognised centre of excellence for biomedical and clinical research and teaching.
Register your interest in our MSc in Clinical Embryology virtual open event.\r\n\r\nThis is one-year MSc provides graduates from either a scientific or clinical background with advanced theoretical and practical understanding of human reproductive biology, embryology, infertility and assisted reproductive technology (ART).
The Nuffield Council on Bioethics (NCOB) has published a report with proposals for the governance of research using human stem cell-based embryo models (SCBEMs) -\u00a0structures created from stem cells which resemble or replicate aspects of an embryo. The proposals include legislation to distinguish them from embryos and to provide reassurance that ethical \u2018red lines\u2019 such as transferring a SCBEM into a human or other animal, or developing SCBEMs that can feel pain, are not crossed.
Academic posters are a key way researchers share their findings with others. Often presented at conferences, these posters allow researchers to communicate their work to both fellow academics and the public. You may have come across research posters while walking through university buildings \u2013 take a moment to stop and explore them. They offer a great opportunity to learn more about the latest research in your field of study.
This project focused on how women, especially those from the Global Majority, experience a common monitoring process during labour. CTGs often create challenges for women and clinicians, especially in ensuring its use is respectful and patient centred. \r\n\r\nIn this Patient and Public Involvement and Engagement (PPIE) project, women acted as co-researchers. A live artist and facilitators were also included to make the process engaging and collaborative. This approach made them active participants in identifying problems and creating solutions.
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 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.
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\u2014along with visitors and contractors\u2014to uphold the highest standards of respect, courtesy, and consideration in their interactions with one another.
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