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Open University to lead up to £20 million innovation boost across central area of Oxford–Cambridge Growth Corridor
The Open University will lead in driving a new wave of innovation across the central area of the Oxford–Cambridge Growth Corridor, including Milton Keynes, Bedford and neighbouring high‑growth districts, backed by up to £20 million of UK Government funding. The investment, confirmed today (2 April) by Science and Technology Secretary Liz Kendall, comes from the […]
David Attenborough explores the hidden wildlife of Britain’s gardens in new OU / BBC series
A new OU / BBC series, Secret Garden begins Sunday 5 April at 6pm on BBC One and BBC iPlayer. Sir David Attenborough explores the hidden wildlife thriving in Britain’s gardens in a new five‑part series. Filmed in five contrasting gardens across the UK, the series uncovers the remarkable lives of the often charming, and sometimes […]
Tributes paid to OU’s former Pro-Chancellor Lord Haskins
It is with great sadness that we share news of the death of Lord Christopher Haskins, former Pro-Chancellor of The Open University. Lord Haskins, a former industrialist and peer, he served as the OU’s Pro-Chancellor and Chair of the Council from 2005-2014. Born near Dublin in May 1937, he later moved and made his home […]
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First look at Jennie Lee artwork unveiled in Milton Keynes
Milton Keynes City Council has unveiled an early version of the city’s new Jennie Lee statue, giving residents a first opportunity to see how the final bronze artwork will look before it’s installed later this year. The Leader of the Council, Cllr Pete Marland, unveiled a full‑size fibreglass version of the statue at Station Square […]
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Inside the Transform Trial: The One Show highlights a new era in prostate cancer testing
A new OU / BBC short film, Transform Trial: Prostate Cancer broadcasts within The One Show on Monday 23 March from 7pm on BBC One. The One Show have been given exclusive access to a groundbreaking new Transform Trial. The current PSA test for prostate cancer is often inaccurate. It can miss genetic markers and misdiagnose, […]
OU receives grant to unite experts to protect the Moon through sustainable governance
A new project, led by Dr Alessandra Marino of the OU, has received a grant with a value of £1.245m from UK Research and Innovation (UKRI) to trial an integrated governance approach to protect the Moon and its sites of interest. MoonRISE: Re‑Imagining Space Environments brings together a range of scholars from different disciplines to […]
“Inspiring” evening celebrates diverse leadership programme with graduates
The Open University honoured its cohort of graduates from its pioneering Minority Ethnic Leadership (MEL) Programme at a special event in London last week. The programme was the first-of-its-kind, aiming to support a new generation of diverse leaders, with a bespoke course and opportunities for peer learning and mentoring. Students, senior leaders, mentors and guests […]
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Inside the Rage Machine: How social media algorithms are rewiring our world
A new OU / BBC programme, Inside the Rage Machine begins Monday 16th March at 9pm on BBC Two and BBC iPlayer. Marianna Spring, the BBC’s Social Media Investigations Correspondent, uncovers the inside story of how social media algorithms designed to connect us have been helping to tear us apart. Insider testimony and whistleblower documents expose […]
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Foraged mushrooms and sea beet featured in British meals in the 16th century. Why not today?
Wild garlic, oyster mushrooms and sea beet were once regularly gathered and eaten as part of meals across the UK, says Emmanuel Junior Zuza, Visiting Assistant Professor in Environmental Sciences at The Open University. Today, some people have concerns about eating food growing in the woods or hedgerows, but are keen to discuss why – […]
The Middle East conflict has swiftly exposed economic vulnerability in the region
At the end of 2025, the Gulf states received high praise for their economic resilience. According to reports by the World Bank and the World Economic Forum, the region was stable, modern and reliable, says Emilie Rutledge, Senior Lecturer in Economics at The Open University. Now the six countries of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) […]
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