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Research news

15 November 2024

Oxford Brookes Helps Train Future Science Leaders

Oxford Brookes partners with leading institutions to train the next generation of researchers addressing global challenges in life and environmental sciences.

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06 November 2024

K-pop and J-pop: Music genres offering far more than just catchy beats and energetic dance moves

K-pop and J-pop aren’t just niche interests—they’re now firmly embedded in pop culture, with K-pop singles and J-pop anthems frequently climbing UK charts and securing top spots on streaming platforms.

An image depicting K-pop and J-pop

01 November 2024

Veterinarians struggle with alcohol stigma and fear seeking help, research finds

Veterinarians with poor work-related mental health and higher levels of alcohol consumption are fearful of the consequences of seeking help, according to research by Oxford Brookes University.

An image depicting a glass of alcohol

31 October 2024

Trapped by debt: How council rules are keeping homeless families in limbo

Children and domestic violence victims are among thousands of people trapped in temporary accommodation in England because of council rules on housing debt, according to research by Oxford Brookes University and King's College London.

A photo of a residential street in the UK

28 October 2024

Oxford Brookes University Researchers Advocate for Sustainable Healthcare

Exploring the role of occupational therapy in planetary health: Dr. Tanya Rihtman and Ka Yan Hess discuss sustainability in healthcare on the Oxford Brookes Unscripted podcast.

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25 October 2024

Blueprint for early intervention to support vulnerable A&E patients developed at Oxford Brookes

A guide for launching Hospital Navigator schemes to help improve the lives of vulnerable people has been developed by Oxford Brookes academics.

An exit sign in a hospital

14 October 2024

Sustainable wastewater treatment research at Oxford Brookes targets toxic "forever chemicals"

Researchers at Oxford Brookes University have developed groundbreaking new methods of removing dangerous chemicals from wastewater.

Six men who worked together on the hydrodynamic reactor

08 October 2024

Oxford Brookes experts support European initiative to boost wind turbine sustainability

Two experts from Oxford Brookes University have joined a European research project aimed at revolutionising wind turbines to boost their long-term sustainability.

The Ecores Wind team at the project launch in Bilbao

06 October 2024

Children and Young People Research Network wins prestigious grant

Supporting young people in Oxford through nutrition and equality

vegetables and eggs on a chopping board

04 October 2024

Nurturing Minds: Tackling Trauma, Vulnerability, and Wellbeing

Dr Jon Reid discusses the emotional challenges teachers face, especially those supporting students with complex needs, and emphasises the vital role of compassion in improving teacher well-being and student outcomes.

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