The Open University's School of Life Health and Chemical Sciences
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8 Nov 2024
For current PhD student opportunities in the School of Life, Health and Chemical Sciences check this page.
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31 Oct 2025
Check out this new article from @Dr_Dan_Stratton in #theConversation about using organ and tissue grafts to cheat ageing.
theconversation.com/from-mon…
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School of LHCS, The Open University retweeted
31 Oct 2025
Check out my article on #theConversation about using organ and tissue grafts to cheat ageing.
#ageing #organtransplants #science #immortality #transplants #biology #popularscience #Immunology
theconversation.com/from-mon…
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5 Jul 2025
Today we took part in an OU Open Day where academics and PhD Researchers for @OU_LHCS showcased some of our research and teaching innovations to our undergraduate students and their families and friends!
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5 Jun 2025
Check out this updated free online programme from the Fleming Fund and OU to strengthen the global response to antimicrobial resistance (AMR). The Tackling AMR programme supports practitioners to adapt, build expertise, and apply new skills and knowledge.
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4 Jun 2025
LHCS have been awarded £140K from @Sarcoma_UK to support our research into the development of new non-invasive treatments for sarcoma.
You can read more about the project here - sarcoma.org.uk/research/shin…
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4 Jun 2025
Dont forget to come along to Kelvingrove this weekend for @GlasgowSciFest
4 Jun 2025
Looking for something to do this weekend?
Head to the Kelvingrove for lots of fun and free activities for all at the @GlasgowSciFest, and learn about everything from ancient medicine 🩺 to aliens 👽
Find out more here 👉 ow.ly/cw4C50VTNix
@OU_STEM @OUStudents #GlaSciFest
ALT An illustration of the Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum. Text: GSF at Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum.
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28 May 2025
If you are looking for something fun to do in June and you're in the Glasgow area then head to the Science Festival! LHCS academics will be there too!
28 May 2025
At this year's @GlasgowSciFest, there's a huge range of fun, free OU activities at the Kelvingrove! Discover if you are a super taster, create LEGO aliens and solve maths puzzles.
📅8 & 9 June
Find out more here 👉 ow.ly/cw4C50VTNix
@OU_STEM @OUStudents #GlaSciFest
ALT An illustration of the Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum. Text: GSF at Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum.
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14 Jan 2025
The Open University has funded PhD positions as part of the BBSRC-NERC funded Interdisciplinary Life and Environmental Science Landscape Award (ILESLA).
The application deadline for Oct 2025 entry is Weds 29th Jan 2025 at midday.
For more details see shorturl.at/7ba0Z
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14 Jan 2025
There are 4 weeks left to apply for PhD positions in Chemistry and Biology. Check the link below for full details of both available positions!
8 Nov 2024
For current PhD student opportunities in the School of Life, Health and Chemical Sciences check this page.
open.ac.uk/stem/life-health-…
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27 Nov 2024
PhD position available in Cell Biology
Investigating the Mechanistic Role of Extracellular Vesicles in Anti-cancer Drug Induced Cardiotoxicity
Closing date: 10th Feb
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27 Nov 2024
PhD position available in Computational Chemistry
Computational modelling of the interactions between therapeutics and metals in the progression of neurodegenerative diseases.
Closing date: 10th Feb
For more info: open.ac.uk/stem/life-health-…
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10 Nov 2024
Our 2nd video for #Chemistryweek is with Dr Kate Nixon. She uses electron momentum spectroscopy to develop potential radiosensitisers and shows us a day in her lab.
You can watch the video here - youtu.be/O9E--gr-yGI
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10 Nov 2024
On the final day of #Chemistryweek we have a double feature. First is Kristie who is a UG student studying chemistry. She spent the summer designing new UG lab experiments for remote access.
You can watch the video here - youtu.be/RepBYbD3HL4
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9 Nov 2024
Today for #Chemistryweek Panos talks about his work developing methods for the cleaning and preservation of artefacts made from bioplastics, which will influence museum practices.
You can watch the video here - youtu.be/hmneYvo4UVA
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8 Nov 2024
It's a double today for #FluorescenceFriday and #Chemistryweek! Scott, talks about his experience at the OU and his research to develop new photosensitisers for anticancer therapies.
You can watch the video here - youtu.be/5E84Cv0LaDU
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7 Nov 2024
It is #Chemistryweek! We are going to share some videos of OU students to show how they are shaping the future of chemistry.
First is Chenge, who combines chemistry and microbiology to develop new antifungal drugs.
youtu.be/qyits4iL62U
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School of LHCS, The Open University retweeted
4 Jan 2024
Tune in today for a new episode of Inside Science!
You can find out more about the OU experts involved in this fascinating series: connect.open.ac.uk/science-t…
📅TODAY!
⏰ 16:30
📻 BBC Radio 4
Catch up on previous episodes: bbc.co.uk/programmes/m001s5m…
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School of LHCS, The Open University retweeted
21 Dec 2023
Looking for a new challenge in the New Year? At @OU_LHCS @OU_STEM we have a number of open #Lecturer positions in #PrecisionMedicine #Pathology and #Epidemiology!
Come and join us!
open.ac.uk/employment/advert…
#CardioTwitter #AcademicJobs #AcademicChatter
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22 Dec 2023
Some fantastic collaborative work between our department and the University of Rajshahi!
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