The Oxford Scientist

Conservation of heritage in conflict zones

Julia GranatoJanuary 22, 2025January 22, 2025018 mins

In this poignant article, Julia Granato reflects on the methods used in the conservation and reconstruction of warzone damage.

The Oxford ScientistJanuary 22, 2025January 22, 2025012 mins

Patricia Nalule reflects on how exams can lead to burnout and hinder even the brightest students and how best to recover from exam stress.

Tessa HayhurstJanuary 21, 2025January 21, 2025018 mins

In the third instalment of her ‘Physics under Pressure’ series, Tessa Hayhurst reflects on the Grand Unification Theory.

Dylan NgJanuary 20, 2025January 20, 2025020 mins

Dylan Ng explores Galois’ remarkable legacy and how not even a fiery temper and daddy issues stopped him being a maths legend.

Waywen LohJanuary 19, 2025January 19, 2025017 mins

Waywen Loh discusses how the immune system can fight cancer and where it fails and explores how immunity can be leveraged to treat cancer.

Jenusiya JeyaseelanJanuary 13, 2025January 14, 202508 mins

Jenusiya Jeyaseelan reports on the groundbreaking discovery of chemical bonds that break the well-established Bredt’s rule.

Millicent CreweJanuary 7, 2025January 7, 2025010 mins

Millicent Crewe discusses the recent rejection of MDMA-assisted therapy for PTSD and the impact on the world of therapy and psychedelics.

Satchel WaltonDecember 31, 2024December 31, 2024010 mins

Satchel Walton reflects on why some people struggle to trust scientists in an ever-politicised field and how scientists should boost trust.

Jan MaciejewskiDecember 30, 2024December 30, 2024014 mins

From stars to sacrifices: Jan Maciejewski reports on historical interpretations of solar eclipses and where they came from.

Arabella Fearnley-WhittingstallDecember 18, 2024December 18, 2024011 mins

Arabella Fearnley-Whittingstall evaluates the sustainability and potential implications of biodesign, ranging from concrete to fashion.