Changes to the environment are accelerating rapidly, with catastrophic results often borne disproportionately by the poorest. We will play a critical role in the development of policy and the discovery of scientific advances to resolve some of the most pressing environmental problems from the destruction of the natural world to societal impacts such as food and water security, forced migration and education.

Featured project: Green chemistry

Innovative research provides us with profound insights into the workings of our world and sparks creativity in new and sometimes unforeseen directions. We champion pure research and recognise that it is the foundation of academic life across all disciplines at Oxford. From fundamental, curiosity-led work comes breakthroughs that benefit people and society in practical ways and unlocks new ways of thinking.

Featured project: Fusion

The question of what it means to be human has engaged our thinking for thousands of years. At Oxford, we seek to unravel the complexities and contradictions that underpin the mystery of human life. Supported and enriched by resources in our world-leading museums, gardens and libraries, we will examine the impact on humanity of everything from geopolitics to AI.

Featured project: Schwarzman Centre

The quality of medical care we receive today is the result of decades of research and collaboration. From cellular research to the delivery of patient-centred care, findings made at Oxford will lessen the impact of major global health problems. We are uniting disciplines and sectors to tackle a range of complex health problems and increase worldwide access to essential science capabilities.

Featured project: Pandemic sciences

The intellectual capacity of our academic community is our greatest asset. From provision for students to funding for researchers, we will strengthen our global pre-eminence by investing strategically in the resources and facilities required to attract, retain and support the very best people regardless of background, race, gender or religion.

Featured project: Academic Futures

The use of technology in teaching and research presents us with new opportunities to maximise scholarship. We aim to be at the forefront of this technological advancement and use of new tools – such as machine learning and artificial intelligence – for the production, dissemination, curation and preservation of knowledge.

Featured project: Future Bodleian

Innovation is the lifeblood of Oxford. We aspire to become the innovation hub of Europe and embed entrepreneurialism in every aspect of University life. Working at scale, we will harness our intellectual might and our extensive convening power to create outcomes that will change the world.

Featured project: Centre for Leadership in Health