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Professor Kokila Lakhoo reports on the Francophone Africa meeting in Cameroon from 25 to 30 November 2023, which was represented by 10 central African countries. As well as giving a keynote speech and various talks, Professor Lakhoo and colleagues ran the BAPS HG neonatal skills course, Oxford Global Surgery research seminar and a BAPS-Oxford laparoscopic course.

Leading female paediatric surgeons in Francophone Africa, including Professor Kokila Lakhoo.
Leading female paediatric surgeons in Francophone Africa

Professor Rutger Ploeg receives BTS Lifetime Achievement Award

Professor Rutger Ploeg ,who set up the Transplant Research Group Laboratory in NDS and founded the QUOD UK biobank in donation and transplantation, received the prestigious Lifetime Achievement Award in recognition of his outstanding contribution to transplantation at the British Transplantation Society (BTS) Annual Congress.

QUOD biobank showcased at Oxford Brookes Science Bazaar

The Quality in Organ Donation (QUOD) team was delighted to take part in the Oxford Brookes Science Bazaar 2026 for the very first time. It was an impressive event, with an estimated 10,000 attendees, and the day brought together families from across Oxfordshire for an educational day exploring science.

Oxford convenes cross-sector forum to advance climate and health research

A forum bringing together leading voices in climate and health was held at the Oxford Martin School on Tuesday 17 March 2026, connecting researchers, clinicians and funders to map Oxford’s strengths and explore opportunities for interdisciplinary collaboration.

NDS professor awarded international honour for outstanding contribution to paediatric surgery

The Nuffield Department of Surgical Sciences (NDS) is proud to announce that Professor Kokila Lakhoo has been named the 2026 recipient of the Denis Browne Gold Medal by the British Association of Paediatric Surgeons (BAPS), in recognition of her outstanding contributions to paediatric surgery.

Dr Ágata Carreira awarded Marie Curie Postdoctoral Fellowship to pursue research in prostate cancer

Dr Ágata Carreira, a Postdoctoral Research Associate in the Nuffield Department of Surgical Sciences, has been awarded a two-year Marie Sklodowska Curie Actions (MSCA) Postdoctoral Fellowship by the European Commission to develop her line of research on prostate cancer.

Nature Communications paper from NDS honoured by German Society for Gene Therapy

A publication from the Translational Research and Immunology Group at the Nuffield Department of Surgical Sciences (NDS) has received the Paper of the Quarter Award from the German Society for Gene Therapy (DG-GT).

Study tests whether deep brain stimulation can treat chronic pain

A research study by Oxford neurosurgeons and engineers is trialling whether deep brain stimulation (DBS) – delivering an electrical pulse into affected areas of the brain – can help to relieve central post-stroke pain (CPSP).

Treatment of tumours with sound: New high-intensity focused ultrasound machine installed

A new state-of-the-art high-intensity focused ultrasound (HIFU) machine has been installed at the Churchill Hospital, giving Oxford University Hospitals (OUH) cancer patients access to the latest in this innovative technology.

New clinical study launched examining the role of insulin in breast cancer treatment response

A new clinical study has launched to investigate whether insulin levels influence how women with the most common type of breast cancer respond to treatment.

Testing the feasibility of MRI scanning for the assessment and monitoring of kidneys before and after transplantation

A new clinical study, led by researchers at the University of Oxford, Oxford University Hospitals and the University of Nottingham, is exploring whether advanced MRI scanning of kidneys before and after transplantation could provide a non-invasive, objective way to evaluate donor organs and monitor transplant health – potentially transforming how kidneys are assessed and managed within routine clinical practice.

Daljit Dhariwal awarded national honour

Daljit Dhariwal, Deputy Director for Teaching in Surgery at the Nuffield Department of Surgical Sciences (NDS), University of Oxford, has been awarded the Down Surgical Prize by the British Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons (BAOMS), one of the Association’s highest honours.

New study highlights global impact of Oxford’s graduate global surgery course

Oxford University Global Surgery Group has published a new paper in Global Surgical Education (Springer Nature), showcasing the impact and global reach of its Global Surgery Short Course. Titled ‘Perspectives and impact of a graduate global surgery course’, the paper offers valuable insights into the course’s role in shaping careers and advancing surgical care worldwide.

Begum Zeybek-Saglam named UKTMN Trial Manager of the Year 2025

We are delighted to announce that Begum Zeybek-Saglam, Trial Manager in the Surgical Intervention Trials Unit (SITU), Nuffield Department of Surgical Sciences (NDS), has been awarded UKTMN (UK Trial Managers’ Network) Trial Manager of the Year 2025.

Comms team celebrates nomination success at University Apprenticeships Awards

The communications team at the Nuffield Department of Surgical Sciences is celebrating a fantastic achievement with two colleagues recognised at the 2025 University of Oxford Apprenticeships Awards.

Pump-priming grants available as 2026 Innovation Competition open for entries

The Quality in Organ Donation (QUOD) programme at the Nuffield Department of Surgical Sciences is excited to announce that applications are open for the 2026 Innovation Competition, a partnership between the charity Live Life Give Life, QUOD and the British Transplantation Society (BTS).

Major new initiative for type 1 diabetes research

The University of Oxford has received a £10 million donation from the Bukhman Foundation to establish the Bukhman Centre for Research Excellence in Type 1 Diabetes, alongside new academic posts and scholarships.

In Discussion with Funders: Supporting researchers on the path to successful grant applications

Early- and mid-career researchers from across the Medical Sciences Division gathered on Wednesday 12 November for In Discussion with Funders, a panel event hosted by the Nuffield Department of Surgical Sciences (NDS) in the Richard Doll Lecture Theatre at the Old Road Campus.

Oxford Research Training Course empowers global surgery collaborators

On Saturday 8 November 2025, the Oxford Research Training Course was held virtually, bringing together participants from across Africa and the UK.

Symposium honours the life and legacy of Professor Tipu Aziz

The Nuffield Department of Surgical Sciences (NDS) hosted a special symposium on Friday 17 October 2025 in honour of Professor Tipu Aziz (1956–2024), Emeritus Professor of Neurosurgery and founder and head of Oxford Functional Neurosurgery.

New AI tool could improve prostate cancer treatment

A ground-breaking new study will test how artificial intelligence (AI) can make prostate cancer diagnosis more accurate. The study by the University of Oxford is funded by a £1.9m grant from research charity Prostate Cancer UK.

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Professor Fadi Issa is Professor of Transplantation in NDS, and recently took up the divisional role of Academic Lead for Research Funding. In this interview, Fadi reflects on the importance of resilience and clarity of thinking, shares what the role involves, what is changing in the funding landscape, and offers practical advice for early career researchers navigating competition, rejection and the realities of grant writing.

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NDS Finance Officer, Rajesh Kafle, shares the story of his journey to the Everest Base Camp from Nepal.

BAPS Hugh Greenwood Neonatal Surgical Skills Course: Strengthening technical excellence in paediatric surgery across COSECSA

Dennis Mazingi

The Nuffield Department of Surgical Sciences (NDS), in partnership with the British Association of Paediatric Surgeons (BAPS) and COSECSA, proudly ran the 2025 Hugh Greenwood Neonatal Surgical Skills Course, a flagship hands-on workshop that continues to shape the next generation of paediatric surgeons across East, Central and Southern Africa.

COSECSA–Oxford Research Training Course 2025: Building research capacity for the next generation of surgical leaders

Dennis Mazingi

The Oxford University Global Surgery Group within the Nuffield Department of Surgical Sciences (NDS), in partnership with the College of Surgeons of East, Central and Southern Africa (COSECSA), delivered a highly successful Research Training Course in December 2025, bringing together surgical trainees, surgeons, and clinical educators from across the region.

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