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Oxford receives £16.5m for psychosis research

Researchers at Oxford University are to lead a research programme into the antipsychotic properties of cannabidiol (CBD). CBD is one of the chemicals found in marijuana but it is distinct...

A future made with 3D printing

Ryan Sephton outlines the innovative technology that will revolutionise both industry and everyday life.

Spacecraft gets between Saturn and its rings

Irteza Ishraq takes a look at the latest developments in understanding Saturn's rings

5 minute tute: Professor Joseph Conlon strings together string theory

Irteza Ishraq talks to the Oxford theoretical physicist, New College tutor and author of 'Why String Theory?' about the nature of strings and multiple dimensions.

Coming to the rescue: Scientists use magnetic sperm to combat cancer

Jonathan Stark reports on new treatment that is harnessing sperm to deliver cancer-fighting drugs

Nature showcases its true colours

Laura Steel illuminates the underlying mechanisms of iridescence across the natural world, from marble berries to deadly octopuses.

Week in Science: 07/05/17

From the butterfly effect to black holes, check out the best science talks around Oxford this week

Week in Science: 30/04/17

Cherwell Science & Tech guides you through this week's events

A mammoth weapon in the fight against climate change

Ben Fisk outlines plans to reintroduce the mammoth to help restore the Russian permafrost

Researchers capture most detailed glimpse of early star formation

Irteza Ishraq explores the nature and science of star formation.

Week in Science: this week’s top talks

From gravitational wave astronomy to neuro-imaging brain ageing, Cherwell Science & Tech guides you through this week's best science events.

Nature fights back in the Korean DMZ

Ben Anketell highlights how nature is flourishing in one of the most hostile places on Earth

Scientists aim to be the first to reach the Earth’s mantle

Jonathan Stark reports on plans to drill into the Earth's mantle for the very first time

Superpowered seagrasses: the hidden gems of the plant world

Ruby O'Grady examines how these humble plants are helping to thwart disease and combat climate change

What does Brexit mean for the future of scientific research in the UK?

Irteza Ishraq looks at the impact Brexit could have on researchers in the UK.

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