Monday 9 March 2026

• 09:30 - Herstory: Weaving Authentic Academic Narratives - in-person event
  Choose a morning session (09:30–12:30) or afternoon session (13:30–16:30), with lunch optional.
  Dr Lynne Hocking (Lynne's Loom)
• 13:30 - Ebola virus: Outbreaks, immunity, persistence and spillover
  Professor Miles Carroll (University of Oxford)
• 14:00 - Title TBC
  Renan Gross (University of Cambridge)
  Probability seminar

Tuesday 10 March 2026

• 10:00 - Thriving in Research: core strategic skills and mindsets for research impact (in-person)
  Natacha Wilson (Director Cambridge Insights)
• 14:30 - Chasing the Earliest Dogs
  Prof. Greger Larson (University of Oxford)

Wednesday 11 March 2026

• 09:30 - Get that fellowship (in-person)
  This session will help you to understand the dos and don’ts of a fellowship application. It will guide you through the process and explain the support that is available. A holder of a research fellowship will discuss their application experience.
  Dr Justin Hutchence (MPLS Division)
• 12:30 - GROW: Building Social Ventures: Lessons from Oxford University Innovation (online)
  TBA
• 17:00 - Computers, Geometry and Einstein - Jason Lotay
  Jason Lotay (University of Oxford)
  Oxford Mathematics Public Lectures

Thursday 12 March 2026

• 14:00 - Tracking bees in the landscape using Bluetooth and Bayes
  Dr Michael Smith (University of Sheffield)

Friday 13 March 2026

• 10:00 - UK Catalysis Hub & PSDI collaboration workshop
  Various Speakers
• 11:00 - Stop abusing Turing
  Dr Thomas Woolley (Cardiff University)
  Mathematical Biology and Ecology
• 12:00 - Lovanov-Rostovsky Lecture 2026: It's All About Oxygen
  About the Lobanov-Rostovsky Lecture Inaugurated in 2013 in recognition of the support given by Mr Nikita Lobanov-Rostovsky (BA Geology, Christ Church 1955) to the Department of Earth Sciences, this annual public lecture examines the fundamental questions of the origin of planets, formation and deformation and geology on a global scale.
  Professor Donald E. Canfield FRS (University of Southern Denmark)
  Earth Sciences departmental seminars

Monday 16 March 2026

• 14:00 - From Molecules to Mouthfeel: How Chemistry Drives Oral Care R&D in Industry
  Dr Erwin P. Mark (Procter & Gamble)
  Inorganic Chemistry Seminar Series

Tuesday 17 March 2026

• 09:30 - DPhil Bootcamp: Building healthy, productive habits
  The DPhil Bootcamp is an interactive, full-day workshop designed to support first year doctoral students in the Mathematical, Physical and Life Sciences Division as they begin their research journey at Oxford.
  Dr Emma Williams (EJW Solutions Ltd.)
• 14:00 - How to peer review journal papers (in-person)
  Dr David Jones (Dr David Jones)

Wednesday 18 March 2026

• 10:00 - Time Management
  Being able to manage time effectively will help you to be more successful in all aspects of your life.
  Dr Catherine Seed (University of Oxford), James Cunning (University of Oxford)

Thursday 19 March 2026

• 10:00 - Telling stories that matter: communicating your research through story
  Discover more about how to craft and apply storytelling skills to communicate your research.
  Robert Holtom (Narrative Coach)

Friday 20 March 2026

• 09:45 - Third Oxford Advanced Materials Network Event | Materials Innovation for / and Secure Supply Chains
  This event is open to all members of the University of Oxford, members of the Oxford Advanced Materials Network and invited industrial partners. If you are not a member of the University of Oxford please register using the external delegates link.
  Professor Martin Booth (Department of Engineering, University of Oxford), Professor Sonia Antoranz Contera (Department of Physics, University of Oxford), Associate Professor Giuliana Di Martino (Department of Materials, University of Oxford), Dr Thanuja Galhena (Department of Business and Trade), Professor Patrick Grant (Department of Materials, University of Oxford), Professor Nicole Grobert (Department of Materials, University of Oxford), Professor Michael Johnston (Department of Physics, University of Oxford), Associate Professor Rebecca Nicholls (Department of Materials, University of Oxford), Professor Christopher Proctor (Department of Engineering, University of Oxford), Professor Dominic Vella (Mathematical Institute, University of Oxford), Professor Kylie Vincent (Department of Chemistry, University of Oxford), Professor Robert Weatherup (Department of Materials), Professor Mark Wilson (Department of Chemistry, University of Oxford)
  Oxford Advanced Materials Network (OxAMN)

Tuesday 24 March 2026

• 13:30 - Coaching Skills for Leaders
  This workshop will provide an introduction to key coaching concepts, approaches and skills. We will explore when and how coaching skills can be used to support effective leadership and management practice. Participants will take part in a practice coaching conversation using real-life examples, topics and challenges.
  Dr Justin Hutchence (MPLS Division), Louisa Trevail (University of Oxford), Dr Catherine Seed (University of Oxford)

Friday 27 March 2026

• 09:30 - Completing Your DPhil (in-person)
  If you are nearing the end of your DPhil, this workshop will help you develop a plan for completing your DPhil and prepare for the viva.
  Professor Dimitra Rigopoulou (University of Oxford), Dr Justin Hutchence (MPLS Division)

Wednesday 15 April 2026

• 14:00 - Evolution of SARS-CoV-2 and beyond
  Professor Kei Sato (University of Tokyo)

Wednesday 22 April 2026

• 10:00 - NetDRIVE Community Meeting on Creating a New Reality: A Sustainable Digital Transformation
  Various Speakers

Thursday 30 April 2026

• 10:00 - Three Minute Thesis (3MT) Training Session (in-person)
  A 50,000 word thesis would take 7 hours to present; how about in just 3 minutes with the aid of a single slide?
  Dr Catherine Seed (University of Oxford)

Tuesday 5 May 2026

• 09:30 - Thesis and report writing (in-person)
  The thesis and report writing course is relevant for research students at any stage.
  Dr David Jones (Dr David Jones)

Thursday 7 May 2026

• 09:30 - Interviewing for podcasts (online)
  You are behind the mic, ready to record your first podcast ... but wait! What do you ask? This hands-on training session helps you navigate the world of podcast interviews.
  Emily Elias (Podcast Producer)
• 16:00 - Exploring the link between microsctructure, order and toughness in bioinspired composites
  Dr Florian Bouville (Imperial College London)
  Materials Departmental Colloquia

Monday 11 May 2026

• 09:30 - Exploring and overcoming Imposter Phenomenon (in-person)
  Ever felt like you’re not as capable as others believe? Struggling with self-doubt despite your achievements? Join us for a transformative workshop led by the coaching expert Dr. Tracy Bussoli. Designed to help you conquer Impostor Phenomenon and harness your full potential.
  Dr Tracy Bussoli (Association for Coaching)
• 13:30 - Multiscale modelling of dementia: from proteins to neuronal activity
  Prof Alain Goriely, FRS (University of Oxford)

Wednesday 13 May 2026

• 09:30 - Get that fellowship (in-person)
  This session will help you to understand the do's and don'ts of application. It will guide you through the process and explain the support that is available. A holder of a research fellowship will discuss their application experience.
  Dr Justin Hutchence (MPLS Division)

Thursday 14 May 2026

• 13:00 - Embedding Public Engagement in Research Grant Proposals (online)
  Are you preparing a research grant proposal? Funders increasingly expect applicants to demonstrate how their work will benefit society. Public engagement with research (PER) is one of the most effective ways to do this.
  Dr Catherine Seed (University of Oxford)

Monday 18 May 2026

• 10:30 - Academic Writing with AI (online)
  TBA

Wednesday 20 May 2026

• 09:30 - Effective Communication: content, clarity and confidence (in-person)
  Jennie Walmsley

Thursday 21 May 2026

• 09:30 - Scientific writing: core skills (in-person)
  This one day course provides a sound grounding in the core skills needed to produce accurate and effective scientific writing.
  Dr David Jones (Dr David Jones)
• 09:30 - Podcast Your Science (in-person)
  From inception to publication this practical session delivered by Emily Elias, journalist and producer of the Oxford Sparks podcast series, is a whirlwind tour through the basics of how to share your research in an engaging manner through podcasting.
  Emily Elias (Podcast Producer)

Tuesday 26 May 2026

• 09:30 - Introduction to Presentation Skills (in-person)
  The course will cover the key principles of planning and delivering a successful talk, and help to build your confidence. Each subject area in the MPLS Division has its own specific requirements for research presentations: please note that this course does not seek to address these.
  Dr Catherine Seed (University of Oxford)

Wednesday 27 May 2026

• 09:30 - Project management: the essentials
  The focus of this course is to provide a practical ‘project management toolbox’ that you can use in your daily work.
  Dr Justin Hutchence (MPLS Division)

Thursday 28 May 2026

• 10:00 - Telling stories that matter: Communicating your research through story (in-person)
  Discover more about how to craft and apply storytelling skills to communicate your research.
  Robert Holtom (Narrative Coach)

Tuesday 2 June 2026

• 09:30 - Scientific Writing: Getting Your Paper Published (in-person)
  This course will look at the aspects you need to consider when constructing your paper; demystify peer reviewed journals by giving insider insights from science journal editors and show you what they really want.
  Dr David Jones (Dr David Jones)

Wednesday 3 June 2026

• 09:30 - Get that job
  An interactive workshop for researchers on making successful job applications.
  Dr Susan Black (Oxford University Careers Service)

Thursday 4 June 2026

• 09:30 - How to prepare for a Career Development Review, for reviewees (in-person)
  A positive Career Development Review conversation can play a really positive role in your professional development.
  Jarlath Brine (University of Oxford)

Tuesday 9 June 2026

• 10:00 - Viva practice and preparation (in-person)
  Tailored for third and fourth-year doctoral students, gain insights into viva rules, proactive preparation, and the examiner's perspective. Sharpen your skills through practical exercises for a confident viva experience.
  Dr Molly Grace (University of Oxford)
• 14:00 - You and your Supervisor (online)
  This course provides information and introduces strategies to enable DPhil students to develop an effective working relationship with their supervisor.
  Dr Susan Black (Oxford University Careers Service)

Wednesday 10 June 2026

• 09:30 - Get that fellowship (in-person)
  Dr Justin Hutchence (MPLS Division)
• 10:00 - Time Management (online)
  This online workshop will delve into various aspects of time management, including work-life balance, planning, prioritising, and differentiating between importance and urgency.
  Dr Catherine Seed (University of Oxford), James Cunning (University of Oxford)

Thursday 11 June 2026

• 14:00 - Getting Started in Public and Community Engagement with Research (online)
  This session provides an introduction to public engagement for anyone interested in getting started or looking for a bit of inspiration.
  Dr Catherine Seed (University of Oxford)

Tuesday 16 June 2026

• 09:30 - Completing Your DPhil
  Join Dr. Justin Hutchence and Professor Dimitra Rigopoulou for the Completing Your DPhil course. Master thesis structuring, effective writing, and viva preparation.
  Dr Justin Hutchence (MPLS Division), Professor Dimitra Rigopoulou (University of Oxford)

Wednesday 17 June 2026

• 09:30 - Networking: A strategic approach (in-person)
  Do you feel shy and uncomfortable at conferences? Do you feel networking is self-seeking and smacks of using people? On the contrary: “The currency of real networking is not greed but generosity.” Keith Ferrazzi
  Dr David Jones (Dr David Jones)

Tuesday 23 June 2026

• 09:30 - Advanced presentation skills (in-person)
  This session is for people who have experience of presentations and want to hone their skills.
  Dr Justin Hutchence (MPLS Division)

Wednesday 24 June 2026

• 09:30 - Coaching Skills for Leaders
  This workshop will provide an introduction to key coaching concepts, approaches and skills. We will explore when and how coaching skills can be used to support effective leadership and management practice. Participants will take part in a practice coaching conversation using real-life examples, topics and challenges.
  Dr Justin Hutchence (MPLS Division), Louisa Trevail (University of Oxford)

Thursday 25 June 2026

• 09:30 - DPhil Bootcamp: Tools, support and strategies for DPhil success (in-person)
  The DPhil Bootcamp is a one-day, interactive workshop designed to support mid-degree doctoral students as they navigate the challenges and opportunities of progressing through their DPhil.
  Dr David Jones (Dr David Jones)

Wednesday 8 July 2026

• 10:00 - Leading Collaboration - bringing people together to achieve the extraordinary (in-person)
  This course forms part of the Innovation Leadership Programme Masterclass series as well as being a stand alone course. Lunch included.
  Kate Tapper (Your Research Matters)