Welcome to the Department of Paediatrics
"We are a world leader in child health research. We host internationally renowned research programmes in drug development, gastroenterology, haematology, HIV, immunology, neuroimaging, neuromuscular diseases and vaccinology. Our work spans from early proof-of-concept fundamental science all the way up to its application in clinical settings."
What's happening?
Department of Paediatrics celebrates 50-year anniversary
A simple test at birth could positively transform the life of 70 families per year in the UK
20 Minutes of Vigorous Daily Exercise Can Keep Teens' Doctors Away.
Com-COV vaccine study to research third dose booster options for 12-to-15-year-olds.
Our Department
Our Team encompasses academic staff, research support staff, professional and graduate students.
Join us. Be part of a growing team and forge the future of children's health.
Study with us, the Paediatrics Dept is part of the Medical Sciences Division - the largest of the four academic divisions within the University of Oxford.
Our Research Groups
Our Community
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Our publications are shaping the future of Paediatrics, global children's health and the medical science community.
Get involved now and support research that aims to increase our understanding of child health and improve the life chances for all children.