Our case studies showcase academic research from across the Department that has had an impact on the world or local community, and feature some of our current academics, research staff, Alumni and students.
Oxehealth: Supporting safer patient care
Spinout
Mental health care can be a challenging experience both for those giving and receiving it. Oxehealth has been working on that challenge with clinicians, patients and carers since being spun out of the Institute of Biomedical Engineering in 2012.
Mixergy paves the way for a smarter, sustainable energy future
Spinout
The Mixergy cylinder concept was originally developed in 2014 by Pete Armstrong and Ren Kang during their time at the Department of Engineering Science. Their vision was to create a network of smart hot water cylinders that could provide flexibility to the energy grid, helping to integrate more renewable energy sources and facilitating the transition to cleaner, sustainable power.
IBME Bellhouse BioEngenuity Event
Event
The Institute of Biomedical Engineering (IBME) Bellhouse BioEngenuity event took place in November 2024. The biannual event is made possible through a generous endowment by Prof. Brian Bellhouse and serves an important function of providing training and networking opportunities to early career researchers in biomedical engineering.
Zero Institute Collaborates with Origami Apps Lab
Energy
The Apps Lab is a highly sophisticated environment which allows for real-world simulations of the UK’s electricity network. The Oxford University/Origami collaboration will enable comprehensive real-world testing, raise awareness of pioneering green energy technologies and foster cutting-edge research and educational advancement.