Our News

9 Oct

Science Oxford Hosts Prestigious Shell Wildlife Photographer of the Year Exhibition

It is often said that a picture is worth a thousand words so what best way of provoking an awareness of conservation and raising the profile of wildlife than hosting the most prestigious wildlife ... >>>

3 Sep

Member of the month - Tessella

Tessella have been members of The Oxford Trust for several years. Tessella truly values the work conducted by the Trust and has recently provided them with sponsorship. This support will help The ... >>>

18 Aug

'Oxfordshire Wildlife Exposed' Photo Competition

Science Oxford are very excited to be hosting the Shell Wildlife Photographer of the Year exhibition in November and December 2008, and to celebrate we are launching 'Oxfordshire Wildlife Exposed', ... >>>

25 Jun

The Oxford Trust Gears up for Venturefest

Venturefest is less than one week away and as one of the organising partners, The Oxford Trust is holding some premium business events at Venturefest that shouldn't be missed. Whether you're ... >>>

13 Jun

ITsON - the new ICT networking initiative

The Oxford Trust is launching ITsON , a series of networking opportunities focused at the Information and Communication Technology (ICT) sector. ... >>>

3 Jun

New CEO for The Oxford Trust

The Oxford Trust is delighted to announce the appointment of its new Chief Executive to replace Gillian Pearson who leaves at the end of June after 20 years service with the Trust. ... >>>

27 May

The Oxford Trust Wins STEMPOINT Contracts

Following an open tendering process, The Oxford Trust has successfully retained its contracts to be the STEMPOINT for all schools in Milton Keynes, Oxfordshire and Buckinghamshire (MKOB) and to ... >>>

15 May

What's in the Air at Hands On Science Gallery?

Science Oxford's Hands On Science Gallery opens its new temporary exhibition at the beginning of Half Term holidays next Saturday. 'The Air in There' allows children to discover the amazing ... >>>

12 May

The Ethics of Progress - Theatre at Science Oxford

On Thursday 22 May, Science Oxford presents 'The Ethics of Progress', a performance by Unlimited Theatre in co-production with Oxford Playhouse and Leeds Met Studio Theatre. ... >>>

6 May

Want To See Your Company News Here?

We want to hear about you - and so do our members. As a member of The Oxford Trust you can post your company/business news on our website/newsletter. ... >>>

15 Apr

The Truth About Hypnosis

Throughout history, hypnosis has always had the power to capture people's imagination but its potential misuses have also been the source of wide controversy. Oxfordshire residents will have the ... >>>

3 Apr

Family Fun at Hands On Science Gallery this Easter Holidays

Hands On Science Gallery is offering exciting and unusual activities for families during the coming Easter holidays. The temporary exhibition 'Crazy Cars' has just started and will be running until ... >>>

3 Apr

Scribing the Soul at Science Oxford

'Scribing the Soul' by Susan Aldworth starts at Science Oxford on Monday 7 April and finishes on Friday 23 May. The exhibition is open Monday to Friday, 10am to 4pm and is free of charge. 'Scribing ... >>>

3 Apr

Launch of the Venturefest Apprentice

Just as Sir Alan has commenced the search for his next Apprentice, The Oxford Trust is seeking Year 12 students who are keen to participate in the Venturefest Apprentice. ... >>>

27 Mar

The Oxford Trust attend UK Technology Innovation and Growth Forum

Last week members of The Oxford Trust Innovation team attended the UK Technology Innovation and Growth Forum organised by Library House. The two-day event had many panels with speakers from such ... >>>

25 Mar

The Oxford Trust Makes Science Accessible

The Oxford Trust not only works to engage the general public with scientific issues through Science Oxford, its cultural centre on St Clements but also plays a key role in enhancing science in the ... >>>

13 Mar

Funding Increased for e4 Programme: Engaging Employers, Enriching Education

For the last year the Industrial Trust and The Oxford Trust have been working in partnership on a programme called e4, 'Engaging Employers, Enriching Education'. The two Oxfordshire-based Trusts ... >>>

12 Mar

Opportunity To Exhibit For Free At Venturefest 2008

Small and early-stage science and technology companies will yet again have the opportunity to exhibit at Venturefest for free this year. The Technology Showcase Exhibition, taking place on Tuesday 1 ... >>>

3 Mar

Celebrating Oxfordshire Science

Holograms, prosthetic limbs, honey bees and onion DNA have one thing in common - they're all part of Oxfordshire Science Week 2008, which runs from 7 - 16 March. This celebration of local talent ... >>>

28 Feb

Opportunity to Exhibit for Free at Venturefest 2008

Small and early-stage science and technology companies will yet again have the opportunity to exhibit at Venturefest for free this year. The Technology Showcase Exhibition, taking place on Tuesday 1 ... >>>

7 Feb

Family Fun This Half Term with Puzzlemania and Chilly Science

During holidays, it can be a headache for parents to find activities for their children which will keep them entertained on the day and which they will rave about for weeks. To help with that ... >>>

29 Jan

How Can We Inspire More Girls To Choose Physics

There is currently a government drive to increase the number of pupils choosing to study science and maths subjects post-16. Subjects such as A-level physics are important gateway qualifications to ... >>>

11 Dec

Business benefits from working with young people

In recent years work-related learning and enterprise education in schools has become high on the Government's agenda, asking for more opportunities for students to engage with real businesses. To ... >>>

22 Nov

Science Oxford Spreads Its Wings

In Autumn 2005, The Oxford Trust opened Science Oxford, the cultural centre for science on St Clements in Oxford. A centre of this kind is pretty much unique - although venues like London's Dana ... >>>