Public Engagement
We want our research to be responsive to society so that there will be genuine benefit from its applications. Involving the public in our work can bring fresh perspectives.
Art and Neuroscience Project
This project brings together artists, neuroscientists, patients and public. It explores connections between disciplines and facilitates understanding of neurological conditions from various perspectives.
Work Experience & Placements
We offer a work experience week for Oxfordshire students, as well as getting involved in a range of other initiatives.
Audio and Video
Watch and listen to a wide range of material about our activities designed to engage the public with our research. From animations to beatboxing, there's something for everyone!
Functional MRI Public Engagement
Our Wellcome Centre for Integrative Neuroimaging engages with primary school, secondary school, museum-going and patient audiences.
Latest news
How to use the science of the body clock to improve our sleep and health
16 May 2022
Professor Russell Foster has written a new book about circadian neuroscience which is published by Penguin this week. This book review by Jacqueline Pumphrey was first published on the University of Oxford website.
New Public Engagement Ambassadors
10 March 2022
We're delighted to introduce our new cohort of public engagement ambassadors for 2022.
NDCN Thomas Willis Day Prize Winners
26 May 2021
Our annual Thomas Willis Day celebrates the work of our Department over the previous year.