Obesity drugs found to improve emotional wellbeing as well as physical health
16 May 2025
A major new meta-analysis has found that glucagon-like peptide 1 receptor agonists (GLP1- RAs) may also offer benefits for emotional wellbeing.
A landmark experiment puts leading theories of consciousness to the test
1 May 2025
Professor Ole Jensen part of a global consortium that embraced a novel collaborative approach to investigating one of the brain’s greatest mysteries.
New study launched investigating the day-to-day experience of patients with psychiatric disorders
29 April 2025
The collaboration between the University of Oxford's Department of Psychiatry, Boehringer Ingelheim and Cumulus Neuroscience is the first of its kind.
Novel insights and perspectives into diabetes and obesity medications (GLP-1RAs) to treat dementia
16 April 2025
Researchers have conducted an extensive review of studies of GLP-1RAs like semaglutide, better known as Ozempic or Wegovy.
'It makes one realise how much expertise we have within the country' - chairing an Ethics Committee
8 April 2025
Postdoctoral Researcher Isabelle Butcher talks to us about her experience in chairing a Health Research Authority Ethics Committee.
New international guidelines for the treatment of schizophrenia
2 April 2025
Researchers from all regions of the UN have developed a set of consensus guidelines for the treatment of schizophrenia.
New study finds an epilepsy drug could be effective for people with depression
1 April 2025
A recent study has investigated whether ezogabine, an anticonvulsant drug given to people with epilepsy, is affective for people with depression.
Informing policy on AI in brain science and mental health
25 March 2025
Two researchers in the Department of Psychiatry contributed to key government reports on mental health for MPs and other policy makers.
The 14th Oxford Neuroscience Symposium
24 March 2025
Around 250 academics and students attended the Oxford Neuroscience Symposium – a flagship annual event showcasing the breadth and excellence of neuroscience research at the University of Oxford.
Time-irreversibility reveals hidden structure in neural dynamics
14 March 2025
Why do some memories last a lifetime while others fade away?
Patients report alarming lack of trust in NHS primary care providers
13 March 2025
Results of a survey on the level of trust that Black, Asian and ethnic minority patients have with NHS primary care service providers reveal alarming levels of discrimination and mistrust.
Potential clue about brain health from neck lymph node ‘brain bins’ – new study
10 March 2025
Scientists have found another clue about how brain health is maintained and how this might be affected by ageing and Alzheimer’s disease, according to a new paper.
The Climate Change and Mental Health Forum 2025
10 March 2025
The Department of Psychiatry hosted the Oxford Climate Change and Mental Health Forum, thought to be the first of its kind in Oxford, bringing together a diverse range of researchers in climate and mental health.
Schools encouraged to be part of major wellbeing survey for 9-18 year olds
5 March 2025
A major survey into the mental health and wellbeing of thousands of school and college students has opened.
LGBT+ Research in the Department of Psychiatry
28 February 2025
A summary of what some of how some of our research groups are undertaking research with LGBT+ people in the department.
Anticholinergic medications given to people with psychosis could worsen memory
26 February 2025
Medications routinely given to people experiencing psychosis could be worsening some of their cognitive function, including memory and concentration, according to a new analysis of existing research.
New Insights into diabetes medications (GLP-1RAs) to treat mental ill health
13 February 2025
Drugs approved for diabetes and obesity might be useful for the treatment of cognitive and mental health disorders, according to a new paper published in Nature Mental Health.
British and Japanese young people make mental health recommendations for public health emergencies
13 February 2025
Twenty eight young people from the UK and Japan played a leading role in co-designing the research, interviewing other young people and adults, analysing the findings, and developing the recommendations for policy makers.
Researchers awarded ARIA funding for future adoption of neurotechnologies
21 January 2025
Associate Professor Apostolos Tsiachristas is part of a team that has been awarded funding from the Advanced Research + Invention Agency (ARIA) to advance research that could unlock next-generation precision neurotechnologies.
Oxford clinical lecturer awarded the Sir Jules Thorn Award for internationally outstanding research
17 January 2025
Dr Maxime Taquet has been awarded the 2024 Sir Jules Thorn Award for Biomedical Research. The Award recognises the outstanding quality of his cutting-edge research.