Glowing dye helps surgeons eradicate prostate cancer
A glowing marker dye that sticks to prostate cancer cells could help surgeons to remove them in real-time, according to a study led by the University of Oxford.
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Research
Our 30 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 host two taught master's courses. We are also 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
Professor Paul Johnson elected President-Elect of the European Pancreas and Islet Transplant Association
25 November 2024
Congratulations to Paul Johnson who has been elected President-Elect of the European Pancreas and Islet Transplant Association (EPITA).
Master’s student awarded Miranda Brawn Diversity Leadership Scholarship
6 November 2024
Farah Khan, an MSc in Surgical Sciences student at NDS, has been awarded a Miranda Brawn Diversity Leadership Scholarship.
TRIG celebrates huge success at International Congress of The Transplantation Society
30 October 2024
The Translational Research Immunology Group (TRIG) at the Nuffield Department of Surgical Sciences has much to celebrate after winning five awards at the 30th International Congress of The Transplantation Society (TTS 2024) in Istanbul, Turkey, from 22 to 25 September.
Professor Tipu Aziz, 1956-2024
29 October 2024
At the end of October 2024, the world lost a founding father of modern Functional Neurosurgery – Professor Tipu Aziz.
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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Role of Genetic Testing in Kidney Stone Disease: A Narrative Review.
Journal article
Geraghty R. et al, (2024), Curr Urol Rep, 25, 311 - 323
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A systematic methodology review of fluorescence-guided cancer surgery to inform the development of a core master protocol and outcome set
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Vallance AE. et al, (2024), BMC Cancer, 24
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Correction to: PET-CT-guided, symptom-based, patient-initiated surveillance versus clinical follow-up in head neck cancer patients (PETNECK2): study protocol for a multicentre feasibility study and non-inferiority, randomised, phase III trial (BMC Cancer, (2024), 24, 1, (823), 10.1186/s12885-024-12470-9)
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Nankivell P. et al, (2024), BMC Cancer, 24
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Cortico-thalamic tremor circuits and their associations with deep brain stimulation effects in essential tremor.
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He S. et al, (2024), Brain
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Using freedom of information requests to access novel data sources in health professions education research.
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Yale SE. et al, (2024), Postgrad Med J
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A narrative review of the current available literature on the intersection between the climate crisis and paediatric surgical care.
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Patel K. et al, (2024), Pediatr Surg Int, 41
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AI at NDS
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Women in Science
We are making positive changes to the way we support staff, including women scientists, in the department.
Supporting Our Staff
We actively promote the provision of a family friendly working environment, equal opportunities and career development.
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Postgraduate and Continuing Professional Development opportunities.
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Videos
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