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Robust memory of a previous event shown to prevent new flexible memories from being formed
Researchers at the MRC Brain Network Dynamics Unit in Oxford's Nuffield Department of Clinical Neurosciences have discovered a new neuronal mechanism in the hippocampus, that prevents new ‘flexible’ memories from being formed due to a past ‘robust’ memory. ...
Kinship carers left to rely on 'foodbank leftovers'
The government says it is "prioritising reform" to the support that kinship carer families get.
Scientist uses cat whiskers in anti-viral research
A scientist uses the whiskers to optimise her experiments in research for new anti-viral drugs.
Visitors flock to see new Agatha Christie statue
Museum sees its visitor numbers surge since life-sized bronze statue of crime novelist was unveiled.
Life-saving TV presenter gets defibrillator training
Presenter Alexis Green helped save a man's life with CPR and a defibrillator unit.
Oxfordshire's Big Picture: Monday's image of the county
Showcasing the best images sent to us from around Oxfordshire.
Heavy rain hits parts of England and Wales
Forecasters warned that spells of heavy, possibly thundery rain may cause flooding and disruption.
Sustainable runway fashion show at historic palace
The event at Blenheim Palace is taking place during Oxfam's Second Hand September campaign.
Oxfordshire's Big Picture: Sunday's image of the county
Showcasing the best images sent to us from around Oxfordshire.
Weekly round-up: Five stories you may have missed
A blue-coloured pigeon mystifying locals was among our most read stories this week.
University building project takes step forward
Begbroke Innovation District includes about 1,800 homes, half of which will be affordable.
Five more schools to trial car number plate cameras
Five schools in Oxford and Didcot will trial ANPR cameras at school start and finish times.
Five more schools to trial car number plate cameras
Five schools in Oxford and Didcot will trial ANPR cameras at school start and finish times.
Crocodile zoo submits expansion plans
Crocodiles of the World has proposed building a new house for its 35 Nile crocodiles.
Crocodile zoo submits expansion plans
Crocodiles of the World has proposed building a new house for its 35 Nile crocodiles.
Oxfordshire's Big Picture: Saturday's image of the county
Showcasing the best images sent to us from around Oxfordshire.
'Buzzing' Oxfordshire town among the 'best high streets in Britain'
A high street in Oxfordshire has been lauded as one of the very best in Britain.
Henley's Olympic rowers to be honoured with open-top bus parade
Henley's Olympic rowing champions are set to be celebrated with an open-top bus parade.
Oxford to London Marylebone line train tickets to be discounted this month
Chiltern Railways is offering thousands of tickets at discounted prices to travel on Fridays throughout September.
Free swimming lessons on offer at Oxford leisure centre this weekend
Free swimming lessons for children of all ages will be available at Barton Leisure Centre this weekend.