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    • Closure of Greyfriars: University Statement

      Closure of Greyfriars: University Statement

      Closure of Greyfriars: University Statement

      The Capuchin Francisan Order has decided to discontinue their ministry at Greyfriars at the end of this academic year. The University of Oxford is bound by the decision of the Capuchin Franciscans. We regret the loss of Greyfriars as a Permanent Private Hall, but respect the Order’s decision.

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    • First ever IVM babies in UK are born in Oxford

      First ever IVM babies in UK are born in Oxford

      First ever IVM babies in UK are born in Oxford

      Revolutionary fertility treatment could provide a safer and cheaper alternative to conventional IVF. The first babies in the UK to be conceived by IVM – IVF without fertility drugs – have been born thanks to a collaboration between Oxford University researchers and the NHS.

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    • Doctor who learnt from Formula One shortlisted

      Doctor who learnt from Formula One shortlisted

      Doctor who learnt from Formula One shortlisted

      Dr Ken Catchpole, based at the Nuffield Department of Surgery, has won a place on the shortlist for ‘Research Project of the Year’ in the Times Higher Awards 2007 for his work on improving fast patient transfer.

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  • In their footsteps
  • Research
    • Helping to explore the Solar System
      An artist’s impression of the Venus Express spacecraft. Scientists from Oxford played a major role in this first mission to our nearest planetary neighbour. Recent highlights include playing a major role in scientific planning and operations for ESA’s Venus Express, the first European mission to our nearest planetary neighbour.

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    • The India Connection
      India street scene.Credit:Travellounge The research links between Oxford and India comprise not only research about the country, but collaborations between Oxford and India on international research questions across the disciplines.

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    • Oxford, at the forefront of cancer research
      Artists' impression of the new building at Old Road Campus The great advantage to cancer researchers in Oxford is what might be thought of as a ’cancer hub’: a new Institute for Cancer Medicine to open in 2008 stands next to the Richard Doll building, near cancer research in the Churchill and John Radcliffe hospitals, and right over the road from the city’s new £100m cancer hospital.

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  • My Oxford
    • The Botanic Gardens and Pelargonium Tomentosum
      Pelargonium Tomentosum leaf What comes into your mind when you hear the word Oxford? A shapely little car from years gone by? A young man named Sebastian holding a teddy bear or some older men called Radiohead holding guitars? Perhaps a memory ...

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    • What encapsulates Oxford for you?
      Are you a visitor to Oxford? A resident or University staff member? A student, whether prospective, current or past? Whoever you may be we are interested in your thoughts and welcome your submissions for this new section that aims to share experiences and memories of Oxford.

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    • My image of Oxford
      Botanic Gardens and Magdalen We would like you to send us an image that you believe captures something that is quintessentially Oxford.

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  • Alumni Weekend
    • Oxford's first ever Alumni Weekend hailed a success. Plans are already in development for the 2008 Weekend.
      Alumni Weekend banner The first Oxford Alumni Weekend took place from 14-16 September 2007 and was attended by over 700 Oxonians and their guests. Each year this central programme aims to celebrate the best of Oxford's history, whilst showcasing its relevance in the modern world.

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  • Oxford is unique
    • Lowest drop-out rate in the UK
      A student in a tutorial (© Rob Judges) Oxford has the lowest drop-out rate in the UK: latest figures show that only 1.4 per cent of students discontinued their course, compared with the national drop-out rate of 7.2 per cent.

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    • The most staff in 5* research departments in UK
      Science student (© Rob Judges) Oxford has more academic staff working in world-class research departments (rated 5 and 5* in the 2001 National Research Assessment Exercise) than any other UK university.

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    • Unrivalled resources across our libraries, colleges, museums and laboratories
      Bodleian and Sheldonian Oxford has the largest university library system in the UK, with over one hundred libraries, and Oxford University Library Services, which manages most of the main University libraries, holds over 11 million printed items, and vast quantities of materials in many other formats.

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