Uno studio di Oxford e iDiv/Friedrich Schiller University Jena indica che gli elefanti da guerra furono determinanti nella scelta del percorso di Annibale sulle Alpi (218 a.C.). Il Col de la Traversette è risultato il valico energeticamente più conveniente per l'esercito cartaginese, con 5,42 terajoule, spiegando la sopravvivenza di molti animali.
Political philosopher Iason Gabriel joined DeepMind in 2017 to address AI's ethical implications, bridging the divide between AI safety and AI ethics. His work anticipated challenges like algorithmic bias and the need for value alignment in a pluralistic world.
Saul Justin Newman's "Morbid" challenges the anti-ageing industry, arguing it exploits fear of death with misleading science. The book debunks claims of extreme longevity and exposes fraudulent data in "Blue Zones," criticizing entrepreneurs like Dan Buettner and biohackers.
Oscar-winning actor Cate Blanchett will serve as the Cameron Mackintosh visiting professor of contemporary theatre at Oxford University's St Catherine's College for the 2026-27 academic year. She will engage students and the university community through lectures and conversations.
Oxford Union's first Palestinian president, Arwa Elrayess, faced a no-confidence vote after being accused of fostering hostility and harassment. The motion stemmed from alleged text messages calling the October 7th incursion 'proportional' and suggesting resistance groups are lauded as heroes. Elrayess denies misquotation and condemns civilian targeting.
Popular online commentator Hasan Piker and media personality Cenk Uygur were denied entry into the UK after their travel authorizations were revoked by the British Home Office, citing that their presence "may not be conducive to the public good."
Three new vaccines are in development to combat the rare Bundibugyo species of Ebola, which has killed nearly 250 people in the DR Congo and Uganda. IAVI, Moderna, and the University of Oxford are leading the research.
Prominent activists criticize the UK government for banning US political commentators Cenk Uygur and Hasan Piker, citing concerns over freedom of speech and the Home Office's rationale for canceling their travel authorisations.
Prominent activists criticize the UK government for banning US commentators Cenk Uygur and Hasan Piker, citing concerns over freedom of speech and the government's definition of 'public good'.
Cenk Uygur and Hasan Piker, prominent US political commentators, have been banned from entering the UK. The Home Office cited concerns that their presence could be 'not conducive to the public good,' with accusations of antisemitic rhetoric and support for extremist groups.
European Green parties, facing decline, can learn from the UK Green Party's success by focusing on economic inequality, holding strong stances on key issues, and embracing progressive identity politics.
Oxford professor Michael Wooldridge discusses AI and game theory, highlighting their interconnectedness and the potential societal impacts. He expresses skepticism about the pace of AI development and the dominance of Silicon Valley narratives, advocating for a more human-centric approach.
Song Yuhang, Oxford PhD graduate and co-founder of British AI chip startup Fractile, left the company in May 2024 after questions were raised about his academic background and ties to Chinese institutions, particularly Beihang University where he completed his undergraduate studies. No misconduct has been suggested.
Song Yuhang, Oxford PhD graduate (2022) and JP Morgan AI Research Award recipient, co-founded UK AI chip startup Fractile in 2021 with Walter Goodwin. He left the company in May 2024 after questions emerged about his academic background and ties to China's Beihang University, where he completed his undergraduate studies. No misconduct allegations have been made.
