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Recent graduate Ian Chai shares his experience of the MSc Radiobiology programme at the University of Oxford's Department of Oncology and how it helped to fuel his career aspirations.

Blog posts

Meet Dr Wei-Ting Lu: Exploring Genome Instability in Cancer

Dr Wei-Ting Lu joined the Department of Oncology in September 2025, establishing a research group focused on chromosomal instability and whole genome doubling in cancer. In this blog, Dr Lu shares insights into his lab’s research and the discoveries, both his own and those of others, that sparked his interest in the field.

Beyond the Bench: Lauren's Journey From Cancer Research to Patent Law

After studying the MSc Applied Cancer Science in 2024-2025, Lauren Woodman began her career as a Trainee Patent Attorney. In this blog, she shares her experience of the course and how it inspired her interest in intellectual property law.

International Day of Women and Girls in Science 2026

Today, 11th Feb 2026, is International Day of Women and Girls in Science. To celebrate, our MSc Medical Physics/Radiobiology students honour five pioneering women who shaped nuclear medicine and inspired them on their own journeys in science.

Student Spotlight: Personalised Dosimetry for Radionuclide Therapy

Mark Macsuka is a Clarendon DPhil Scholar in Oncology working on personalised lutetium-177 (177Lu) dosimetry for radionuclide therapies. In this blog, Mark shares insights into the role of AI in cancer treatment and the potential for improved outcomes through personalised treatment approaches.

Staff Spotlight: Working as a Technician in the Translational Support Unit

Sruthi Shakthivel works as a technician in the Translational Support Unit (TSU), a dedicated unit within the Oncology Clinical Trials Office (OCTO) that focuses on the operational and scientific side of biological sample management in clinical trials. In this blog, Sruthi shares insights on the mission of the TSU, how they support clinical research teams, and what her role involves.