Researchers from Oxford Population Health have been recognised for their outstanding contribution to a positive and inclusive research culture, innovative teaching, and breakthrough research at the University of Oxford.
The Vice-Chancellor’s Awards are a University-wide celebration of the achievements of academic, professional, and support staff across the University. Oxford Population Health featured in three of the eleven highly competitive categories. There were 160 award entries with 1,300 individuals included in the nominations this year.
Professor Patricia Kingori and Associate Professor Angeliki Kerasidou were part of a winning team in the Research Culture Award category. The award recognised the positive, inclusive and equitable research culture created by The Oxford Centre for the Humanities (TORCH)’s Medical Humanities Research Hub which supports the Humanities Division and social science based research on health and medicine.
Angeliki Kerasidou, Associate Professor in Bioethics at Oxford Population Health, said ‘We are delighted to receive this award for our work in creating a stronger research culture across the University between humanities, social sciences and medicine. The Research Hub will continue to highlight the contribution of the humanities to a proper understanding of medicine, health, and disease.’
Dr Becky Im was highly commended for the Breakthrough Researcher Award for her research into the health effects of alcohol consumption. The award recognises her significant impact at the University as an early-career researcher and commitment to engaging the public and policy makers to improve public health. This includes leading initiatives to promote an inclusive research environment and supporting professional development among students and researchers.
Associate Professor Hubert Lam and Dr Jennifer Carter were among the finalists in the Innovative Teaching and Assessment Award category for their work in building AI confidence across MSc programmes. They organised an induction skills training session in AI and writing skills for MSc students in collaboration with three other departments and the Medical Sciences Division.
Professor Sir Rory Collins, Head of Department, said ‘The Vice-Chancellor’s Awards are testament to the outstanding achievements of individuals and teams across the University and I am thrilled that Oxford Population Health’s contribution to research and teaching features so prominently. Congratulations to all those who were recognised and nominated for these awards.’
Professor Irene Tracey, Vice-Chancellor at the University of Oxford, said ‘The Awards Ceremony and Showcase this year truly captured the very best of Oxford, celebrating the impact we have not only within the University but also in our wider community and across the globe. By bringing together academics, researchers, professional services and support staff, and external partners, I hope these awards will help spark new ideas, inspire collaboration, and encourage us all to keep delivering excellence in our core mission of teaching and research.’