Just over a quarter of the way into the 21st century, the world is in an era of profound global transition.
Geopolitical instability, rapid technological advances and the climate crisis are compounded by cultural fragmentation, the erosion of trust in public institutions, and economic volatility.
The most pressing challenges facing the planet and the most complex dimensions of global change are inherently human.
Over the next few months, we'll be exploring how Oxford researchers and educators are deepening our understanding of the past, analysing the complexities of the present, and shaping what our future will look like.
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NEW: We are honoured to be ranked number one in the Times Higher Education World University Rankings for the tenth consecutive year. 👏
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Art meets architecture - a sketch of the Radcliffe Camera lined up with the iconic Oxford landmark at sunset 🌅
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🦠 Hantavirus A to Z — what you need to know
Following the outbreak of Hantavirus which occurred on the MV Hondius earlier this month, the UK Health Security Agency has reminded that general risk of Hantavirus to the public remains low.
🌏 Worldwide, it is estimated that an approximate 10,000 to over 100,000 hantavirus infections occur each year with the largest burden being in Asia and Europe, however, to date human-to-human transmission of hantaviruses has been recorded but remains rare.
⬇️ Here's a round-up of what you need to know about Hantavirus, from transmission, symptoms, and current treatments.
👉 Swipe through to learn more about Hantavirus or alternatively visit the World Health Organization's website to learn more.
#OnThisDay 72 years ago in 1954, Sir Roger Bannister (Exeter, 1946) set a new world mile record of 3 minutes 59.4 seconds at the Iffley Road Sports Track.
It was the first mile ever run under 4 minutes.
