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Immune sensor can detect viral infection by monitoring cell’s own RNA
13 Oct, 2026
A recent study by the Rehwinkel Group and collaborators reveals a new way the immune sensor MDA5 can recognise viral infection – not only through viral RNA, but by monitoring changes to the cell’s own RNA processing.
MRC WIMM researchers win Health x AI Hackathon with tool to tackle delays in patient care
25 Sep, 2026
Three MRC WIMM researchers have won a £5,000 prize at a Health x AI Hackathon held at Google’s London headquarters, after developing an AI-powered tool designed to identify delays in patient care.
A summer of science and engagement
26 Aug, 2026
- Centre for Computational Biology
- Department of Oncology
- MRC MHU
- MRC TIDU
- NDM
- NDWRH
- PPIE
- Paediatrics
- RDM
This summer, researchers at the MRC WIMM have taken part in a variety of public engagement activities, leading a stand at Cheltenham Science Festival and welcoming students for the Institute's summer work experience programme.
New research maps immune events in early stages of lung fibrosis
24 Aug, 2026
A new study led by the Ho Group has uncovered a striking immune signature that may help explain what happens in the early stages of idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF), a serious condition that causes scarring of the lungs and makes breathing difficult.
Beyond cancer dependency maps: the PRECISE vision
10 Jul, 2026
Dr Sumana Sharma is one of the founding partners of a major new pan-European initiative that aims to transform how scientists identify and target cancer's weaknesses, moving beyond simply mapping cancer vulnerabilities towards predicting them before they are experimentally tested.
WIMM Day 2026: connecting people, ideas and scientific discovery
26 Jun, 2026
- Centre for Computational Biology
- Department of Oncology
- Grants & Awards
- MRC MHU
- MRC TIDU
- NDCN
- NDM
- NDWRH
- RDM
On Tuesday 23rd June, the MRC WIMM community came together at Saïd Business School for the Institute's annual away day, sharing research, professional achievements and much more.
Professor Jan Rehwinkel receives funding to tackle viral threats
25 Jun, 2026
A research project led by Professor Jan Rehwinkel is one of three innovative Oxford-led projects aimed at transforming how we protect against respiratory viruses, which have secured funding through the UK’s Advanced Research and Invention Agency (ARIA).
Academy of Medical Sciences elects Professor Tao Dong as new Fellow
21 May, 2026
Congratulations to Tao Dong, who has been elected a Fellow of the Academy of Medical Sciences in recognition of her outstanding contributions to advancing medical science through discovery research, translational studies, and the application of scientific knowledge for patient and public benefit.
Deputy Directors of the MRC Weatherall Institute of Molecular Medicine
7 May, 2026
Professor Adam Mead is joining Professor Alison Simmons as a Deputy Director of the WIMM in May 2026.
Pramila Rijal awarded grant from Academy of Medical Sciences Springboard Programme
15 Apr, 2026
Now in its 11th year, Springboard supports researchers at a critical point in their careers, when many are establishing laboratories for the first time and need the freedom to explore ambitious questions.
Mafalda Santos announced as new RDM Principal Investigator
7 Apr, 2026
Congratulations to Dr Mafalda Santos, who has been awarded Principal Investigator status by the Radcliffe Department of Medicine (RDM) following their annual call.
Hal Drakesmith and Jon Wade awarded UKRI funding to understand how metals regulate biology
23 Mar, 2026
Congratulations to Hal Drakesmith and Jon Wade, who have received a grant from UKRI to investigate how metals influence metabolism, disease, and ecosystem stability, marking a new interdisciplinary approach to advancing metal biology.
Alex Redmond receives Graduate Citzenship Award
13 Feb, 2026
Congratulations to MRC WIMM DPhil student Alexander Redmond, who is one of two winners of the 2025 RDM Graduate Citizenship Award.
MRC WIMM Sustainability Team recognised at LEAF Oxford Forum
12 Jan, 2026
Congratulations to the Sustainability Committee and Working Group, who received an award for ‘Community and Culture’ at the LEAF Oxford Forum 2025.
