🧬 Can we engineer life? On BBC Radio 4, EIT's Prof Jason Chin explored one of biology’s biggest questions: how far can we go in understanding - and ultimately building - living systems? 🎧Listen on BBC Sounds: bbc.co.uk/sounds/play/m0030mc8 #GenBio #GenerativeBiology

EIT's Chris Holmes was invited to speak at the International Congress of Mathematicians (ICM), the world's leading mathematics conference held every four years. His talk explored new foundations for #PredictiveModels, highlighting how #FundamentalMathematics continues to shape the future of #AI.

🌍 We’re proud to share an exciting step forward in global healthcare innovation. EIT has entered into a strategic collaboration with Cleveland Clinic, bringing together our technology-driven, interdisciplinary approach with world-leading expertise in clinical care and life sciences research.

🧬 Congrats to Prof Jason Chin, Executive Director of GBI at EIT, on being selected for the 2026 Heinrich Wieland Prize, which he will receive in November. Jason will be honoured for pioneering work – Rewriting the Code of Life. Read more: link.eit.org/4amz4Vj #GenerativeBiology #SyntheticBiology

Professor Jason Chin to receive prestigious Heinrich Wieland Prize for his work in Generative Biology | Ellison Institute of Technology Oxford

The prestigious international prize from Boehringer Ingelheim Stiftung recognises outstanding research on biologically active molecules and systems.

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We were delighted to host Lord William Hague, Chancellor of the @ox.ac.uk at our Littlemore campus on Friday. A great advocate for research & innovation driving British prosperity, his commitment to maintaining the UK’s leadership in science and its real-world applications strongly aligns EIT.

EIT Tops Out! We celebrated reaching the highest point of construction on our new EIT campus. We gathered with our partners to admire the traditional crane pass of a fir tree - a symbol of growth and continuity. When completed in 2027, it will be a launchpad for ideas, innovation and collaboration.

🎄 Wishing all our colleagues, collaborators and partners a very happy festive break. Thank you for your support this year, as we've scaled teams, ideas and physical spaces at pace. We’re proud of what’s been built together and excited for what’s ahead in 2026! 🎉

We are delighted to announce that Professor Santa Ono, EIT’s Global President and President of EIT Oxford, has been elected a Senior Research Fellow at Worcester College, University of Oxford. Read more: www.worc.ox.ac.uk/news-events/... @ox.ac.uk.

🎉 We are LIVE! Visit our new improved website - www.eit.org Dive into our programs, hear from our leaders and explore open roles. If you’re curious about what we’re building - or keen to be part of it - have a look today! #EIT #EITOxford #ScienceInnovation #NewWebsite #Launch

We’re thrilled to lead investment in Wild Bioscience to boost global agricultural resilience alongside Oxford Science Enterprises, Braavos Investment Advisers and the University of Oxford. 👉 Learn more link.eit.org/EITInvestsIn...

EIT’s Oxford Campus is expanding: 📈 From 300,000 to 2 million sq ft 👩‍🔬 Space for up to 7,000 innovators Designed by Foster+Partners, the new campus will span the western part of The Oxford Science Park. Built to connect, inspire and accelerate scientific discovery. 👉 link.eit.org/EITExpandsCa...

At EIT’s Plant Biology Institute, we’re tackling how to feed the world and protect the planet. Led by Prof. Steve Kelly, we’re hiring researchers + innovators to join mission-driven science with global impact. Help shape the future of food, climate + health. 👉 Apply now: eit.org/join

🚀 Dr. Lennard Lee, CMO at EIT & Professor at @ox.ac.uk, has been awarded 10,000 GPU hours on the Dawn Supercomputer - the UK’s fastest AI supercomputer - for a project to advance cancer vaccine work. 👉 Read more - lnkd.in/eFqQ66Ca 👉 Subscribe to Lennard's project newsletter - lnkd.in/emQjaMYa

🚀 Through our strategic partnership with the @ox.ac.uk, EIT is proud to invest £118M in CoI-AI - an ambitious new program that will transform vaccine research and strengthen global health protection. Read the full story: link.eit.org/EIT-Col-AI-P...

Oxford launches major new AI vaccine research program with the Ellison Institute of Technology | Ellison Institute of Technology Oxford

The University of Oxford, through its strategic partnership with the Ellison Institute of Technology (EIT), has received research funding of £118m to launch an ambitious new programme of vaccine resea...

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📣 We're excited to announce the appointment of Professor Santa Ono as the new Global President of EIT! For the full story, visit the ElT Oxford news page on our website. 👉 link.eit.org/ProfSantaOno... #EITOxford #EIT

Santa Ono Joins the Ellison Institute of Technology as EIT Global President | Ellison Institute of Technology Oxford

EIT announces Professor Santa Ono as EIT's new Global President, working with Professor Sir John Bell in developing and expanding its science programs.

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Congrats to Dr Lennard Lee, Chief Medical Officer at EIT, who has been awarded for Leadership in Cancer Vaccine Policy at the 2025 UK Oncology Forum! 👉 www.eit.org/news/dr-lennard-lee-wins-national-award-for-cancer-vaccine-leadership-at-uk-oncology-forum-2025

Dr Lennard Lee Wins National Award for Cancer Vaccine Leadership at UK Oncology Forum 2025 | Ellison Institute of Technology Oxford

EIT is delighted to announce that Dr Lennard Lee, Chief Medical Officer of the EIT Clinic, has been awarded a prestigious national honour for Leadership in Cancer Vaccine Policy and Advocacy.

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📖 In the latest issue of IMF Finance & Development Magazine, EIT Senior Director of Economics Prof Andrew Scott, along with Prof Peter Piot, challenge prevailing views on aging in ‘The Longevity Dividend’. 👉www.imf.org/en/Publications/fandd/issues/2025/06/the-longevity-dividend-andrew-scott

On stage at A Healthcare Revolution: Sir John Bell and former PM David Cameron. In a conversation moderated by Tom Standage (Deputy Editor, The Economist), they explored how tech and genetics can reshape healthcare - especially for the 400M people affected by rare diseases.

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My conversation with Sir John Bell, one of the most influential physician-scientists in the world. (it's free, with transcript) erictopol.substack.com/p/sir-john-b...

“For a small country, we do life sciences pretty well.” - Prof Sir John Bell on #GroundTruths with @erictopol.bsky.social Purpose-built to take on humanity’s biggest challenges, #EIT aims to turn world-leading research into global impact. link.eit.org/GroundTruths... #LifeSciences #AI

Sir John Bell: Where We Are Headed in Life Science and Medicine?

Watch now | A world leading physician-scientist heads up the UK's new, unique, and richly supported Ellison Institute of Technology

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💡 From lifespan to healthspan Prof. Andrew J Scott, EIT’s Senior Director of Economics, writes in @theguardian.com on how tech & science can help us not just live longer - but better. A powerful reflection on #ageing & #innovation. 🔗 www.theguardian.com/commentisfre...

EIT joined leaders at the Ashmolean to celebrate Oxford innovation. Life sciences here are on the up - so is our regional connectivity. @ox.ac.uk @genomicsengland.bsky.social @nanoporetech.com Photos by Lucy Davenport Photography instagram.com/lucy_davenpo...

Solve the world’s biggest challenges - as an Ellison Scholar! Applications are now open for fully funded undergraduate study at @ox.ac.uk starting in October 2026. For more information and to apply, visit: eit.org/ellisonscholars/undergraduate 📽️ Juncao_oxford 🎼 Distance by Normal the Kid

Here at EIT, excellence comes from our people. Our first flagship science program is hiring! They're revolutionizing the field of infectious disease, solving antimicrobial resistance & preventing the next pandemic. Check out Pathogen jobs ➡️ www.eit-pathogena.com/careers @estanton1.bsky.social

Celebrating Prof Gil McVean, Principal Scientist for Pathogena at EIT who will lead research and development. Read more on his ambitions for the program here - www.eit.org/news/introducing-professor-gil-mcvean-leading-innovation-at-pathogena-to-combat-global-infectious-disease-threats

Explore Prof. Steve Kelly’s vision for EIT’s Food Security & Sustainable Agriculture Program, why it matters and its global impact.🌏 🍃 Read full interview: www.eit.org/news/in-conversation-with-prof-steve-kelly-the-visions-for-sustainable-agriculture-at-eit

In conversation with Prof Steve Kelly: The visions for Sustainable Agriculture at EIT | Ellison Institute of Technology Oxford

Prof Steve Kelly, Chief Scientific Officer of the Food Security and Sustainable Agriculture Program, shares why the program matters and the vital role of collaboration in ensuring its success.

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Thrilled to share that our #EllisonScholars Programme has announced its first cohort of Ellison Scholars and they are ready to make a BIG impact. 🎓 🌍 Meet the 2025 cohort here: www.eit.org/news/eit-ann... Stay updated and follow @EllisonScholars on LinkedIn, Instagram, X and Facebook!

EIT Announces Selection of First Cohort of Ellison Scholars | Ellison Institute of Technology Oxford

EIT is thrilled to unveil its first cohort of incoming scholars, comprising 26 exceptional candidates.

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🚀 Diverse minds drive innovation. This #IWD2025, we celebrate the women who shaped #STEM & #AI - and those shaping the future. Who inspires you? 💡 #WomenInSTEM #EIT

We’re welcoming eleven field-leaders to our founding team, spanning AI, economics, life sciences, generative biology and medicine. Their collective expertise will be instrumental to how we reimagine the path from scientific breakthrough to real-world impact. lnkd.in/eYc8Q67 vimeo.com/1057984979

An Introduction to EIT Oxford

Led by a world-class faculty of scientists, technologists, policy makers, economists and entrepreneurs, the Ellison Institute of Technology aims to develop and deploy…

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