Apply for postgraduate research programmes in Surgical Sciences
Applications are open for the DPhil in Surgical Sciences and the MSc (by Research) in Surgical Sciences.
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NDS professor receives Britain's highest neurosurgery honour
Professor Tipu Aziz has been awarded the Medal of the Society of British Neurological Surgeons for his lifetime achievement in neurosurgery.
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Apply for the PGCert in Patient Safety
The Postgraduate Certificate in Patient Safety is a new part-time course for healthcare professionals. It brings together experts in human factors, quality improvement, leadership and education to deliver an exciting series of modules to support the current safety challenges in our healthcare settings.
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Global Surgery Course
Do you want to contribute to the provision of high quality surgical care globally, particularly in low and middle income countries? Join our five-day intensive course with the University's Continuing Education department.
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Professor Freddie Hamdy wins EAU Willy Gregoir Medal
During the 34th Annual Congress of the European Association of Urology (EAU), the Head of NDS, Professor Freddie Hamdy, was awarded the prestigious Willy Gregoir Medal - the highest recognition conferred by the Association.
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Our 22 research groups, based around 18 research themes, work together under a common goal of education and surgical intervention.
Teaching
We offer opportunities for research training for clinical and non-clinical graduates, and are responsible for delivering the surgical training to Medical School undergraduates.
Engagement
We aim to showcase our research, inspire the younger generation, engage with the local community and raise debate on the impact of science on society.
News
Surgical Grand Rounds
The Surgical Grand Rounds are the key educational meetings for consultants, juniors and medical students. Presentations revolve around clinical cases and are followed by lively, educational discussion.
Resources for Researchers
Explore our collection of resources useful to researchers in all parts of the research process, from experimental techniques to publication and review.
Latest publications
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Systemic silencing of HIF hydroxylase PHD2 causes reversible immunoregulatory dysfunction
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YAMAMOTO A. et al, (2019), Journal of Clinical Investigation
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Artificial intelligence in digital pathology: A roadmap to routine use in clinical practice.
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Colling R. et al, (2019), J Pathol
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A Four-Group Urine Risk Classifier for Predicting Outcome in Prostate Cancer Patients.
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Connell SP. et al, (2019), BJU Int
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Increased EZH2 expression in prostate cancer is associated with metastatic recurrence following external beam radiotherapy.
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Wu X. et al, (2019), Prostate
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The Importance of the Location of Dorsal Root Ganglion Stimulator Electrodes Within the Nerve Root Exit Foramen.
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Martin S. et al, (2019), Neuromodulation
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Correction: The induction of core pluripotency master regulators in cancers defines poor clinical outcomes and treatment resistance.
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Hepburn AC. et al, (2019), Oncogene
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Women in Science
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