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Spotlight on OU at 50
As the OU celebrates 50 years of research, we remember all of our colleagues past and present who have made contributions to research as well the many projects which have had major impacts on the world around us.
Cyber security
Cyber security research and teaching at the OU takes a broad approach which combines human-centred computing and software engineering.
Health
Health and wellbeing research, which is a priority research area for The Open University, focuses on well-being at all stages of life from birth to death in a way which reflects The Open University’s social justice mission and the rights of the individual.
OU Research Excellence Awards
The OU Research Excellence Awards recognise excellence and celebrate achievement within the OU research environment. .
Research that is shaping the next 50 years
As The Open University (OU) celebrates 50 years of research, we look at some projects that are set to have a major impact on the future.
Scholarship
OU research into how students learn and how best to teach them - what the OU refers to as scholarship - is going a long way towards improving the OU student experience.
Smart Materials
Smart and Functional Materials research at The Open University is driving forward the development of novel solutions to practical problems, and expanding scientific knowledge, in the fields of Energy, Nanotechnology, Diagnostics and Material Analysis using ‘smart materials’.
The Moon
In the run-up to the 50th anniversary of the Apollo Moon landing (20 July 2019), OU researchers address the question of whether it is possible to live on the Moon.
News & articles
Cause-related marketing
As The Open University celebrates its 50th anniversary, Gordon Liu, Professor of Marketing Strategy, delivered his inaugural lecture on how effective corporate social responsibility strategies enhance a firm’s reputation with its key stakeholders.
- Here’s why the internet will always have enough space for all our devices 10th September 2019
- OU research shortlisted for three THE 2019 awards 4th September 2019
- New research grant to develop online discussion platform for the US Navy 3rd September 2019
Upcoming Events
What’s the point of criminal justice history?
Tuesday, October 15, 2019 - 18:00 to 19:00
Berrill Lecture Theatre, Walton Hall, The Open University, MK7 6AA
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