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Researchers call for rethink on flawed elite rugby research

World Rugby’s tackle-height trial in the Championship has been criticised for its lack of ethical rigour in a report published in the British Journal of Sports Medicine published today.

Impact of lockdown on young children is studied by psychologists

The impact of social distancing and lockdown on children’s development is the subject of a new study led by psychologists at Oxford Brookes University.

Faculty of Health and Life Sciences research students awarded PhDs and Masters by Research

As a Faculty we are very proud of our diverse research student community, comprising 131 PhD students, 2 MPhil students, 8 masters by research students, 2 PhD by published works and 27 students on our Professional Doctorate in Nursing.

DCD embodied perception and action

Dr. Kate Wilmut, Reader in Psychology at Oxford Brookes, was interviewed about her research into DCD, embodied perception and action by the Perception and Action podcast.

Professional Doctorate in Nursing Student Wins Educational Innovation Award

Oxford Brookes wins share of £40m pot to support coronavirus recovery

Oxford Brookes University has been awarded funding to develop four innovative projects which aim to help the UK’s recovery from the coronavirus pandemic.

Video introducing the science of INDEPTH

INDEPTH are delighted to publish a video showing the science that underpins many member activities.

Supporting Reservists called forward to assist

On Reserves Day, long-serving Army Reservist, Professor Vince Connelly, writes about the importance of Reservists to the Covid-19 response, how his research is supporting the welfare of Reservists and their families, and how he is able to balance his commitment to the Army Reserve with his role as Programme Lead for Psychology at Oxford Brookes.

Boosting physical activity and fun during lockdown

A kids’ physical activity scheme supported by Oxford Brookes University has been reaching out to children and their parents during lockdown.

Oxford Brookes students play key role in Covid-testing

Three students from Oxford Brookes are playing their part in essential Covid-testing at one of the UK’s main testing hubs.