NMR Spectroscopy

Solution-state Nuclear Magnetic Resonance (NMR) spectroscopy is a method that provides detailed information about the structure, dynamics and interactions of biological macromolecules under conditions that can mimic the cellular environment.

Solution-state Nuclear Magnetic Resonance (NMR) spectroscopy is a method that provides detailed information about the structure, dynamics and interactions of biological macromolecules under conditions that can mimic the cellular environment.

Solution-state Nuclear Magnetic Resonance (NMR) spectroscopy is a method that provides detailed information about the structure, dynamics and interactions of biological macromolecules under conditions that can mimic the cellular environment.

Solution-state Nuclear Magnetic Resonance (NMR) spectroscopy is a method that provides detailed information about the structure, dynamics and interactions of biological macromolecules under conditions that can mimic the cellular environment.

Solution-state Nuclear Magnetic Resonance (NMR) spectroscopy is a method that provides detailed information about the structure, dynamics and interactions of biological macromolecules under conditions that can mimic the cellular environment.

NMR spectroscopy can provide residue-specific information on structure, dynamics and interactions that is complementary to information from other biophysical methods such as crystallography, cryo-EM, small angle X-ray scattering and calorimetry. The Redfield, Schnell and Vakonakis groups use NMR as a primary research tool while many other Biochemistry groups have found that NMR can help them to address specific research questions.

The Biochemistry NMR facility has four solution-state Bruker spectrometers running at 1H frequencies of 500, 600, 750 and 950 MHz. All spectrometers have high-sensitivity cryoprobes for 1H/13C/15N detection. The NMR facility is located in the basement of the Rex Richards Building, close to New Biochemistry. If you are interested in using NMR in your research or would like more information about the NMR facility please contact Christina Redfield.

We have a website giving you more detailed information about our facility, please see https://biochnmrcentre.web.ox.ac.uk

Advanced Fluorescence Microscopy

Micron Oxford is an advanced Bioimaging Unit developing and applying cutting edge technologies as well as providing diverse advanced imaging facilities. They help users perform optimum imaging experiments to address their biological questions, offering advice training and advice on experimental design, specimen preparation, image analysis and data storage.

Advanced Proteomics Facility

The Advanced Proteomics Facility provides access to the latest proteomics technologies. It’s equipped with a wide range of mass spectrometry instrumentation, HPLC fractionation systems, sample preparation technologies and data analysis software. We provide protein, protein complex, proteome identification as routine services.

Molecular Biophysics

We offer a range of techniques to study macromolecules and macromolecular complexes. These include analytical ultracentrifugation, differential scanning calorimetry, electrospray ionization mass spectrometry, isothermal titration calorimetry and surface plasmon resonance. All users must be registered with Dr David Staunton and receive any necessary training.

Crystallography

The Crystallography Facility enables you to apply the methods of X-ray crystallography to your biological questions. We can offer both state of the art equipment and expert advice and training in the use of crystallography for structural biology.

Novel method to detect fake vaccines using mass spectrometry

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Research published today in the Nature portfolio journal npj Vaccines describes a new method capable of distinguishing authentic and falsified (i.e. fake) vaccines using mass spect...

Research published today in the Nature portfolio journal npj Vaccines describes a new method capable of distinguishing authentic and falsified (i.e. fake) vaccines using mass spectrometry

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Brendan Farrell from the Higgins group, working with colleagues at the National Institute of Health, has played...

Brendan Farrell from the Higgins group, working with colleagues at the National Institute of Health, has played a major role in a new study which examines how naturally occurring human...

Brendan Farrell from the Higgins group, working with colleagues at the National Institute of Health, has played a major role in a new study which examines how naturally occurring human antibodies prevent malaria...

Brendan Farrell from the Higgins group, working with colleagues at the National Institute of Health, has played a major role in a new study which examines how naturally occurring human antibodies prevent malaria parasites from invading our blood cells

Novel techniques to screen for contaminants in medicinal syrups which have recently led to the death of hundreds of children

Last month a workshop was held at Jesus College, Oxford with 80 participants from 27 countries to discuss novel...

Last month a workshop was held at Jesus College, Oxford with 80 participants from 27 countries to discuss novel methods to detect contamination in medicinal syrups

Immune cells hunt down cancer around the body – discovery could lead to personalised treatments for advanced breast cancer

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Scientists have discovered the key features of immune B cells which make them successful at targeting tumours – including when cancer has spread to a different part of the body

Research in mice identifies surprising consequences of a disturbed gut microbiome

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Male mice fed a cocktail of antibiotics that kill natural bacteria in the gut have altered epigenetic information in their sperm, which leads to adverse consequences for their offs...

Male mice fed a cocktail of antibiotics that kill natural bacteria in the gut have altered epigenetic information in their sperm, which leads to adverse consequences for their offspring

Visualising how a malaria parasite invades human red blood cells

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Members of the Higgins group have made new discoveries about how malaria parasites get inside our red blood cells which might help them to design new vaccines

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Proteomic profiling of centrosomes across multiple mammalian cell and tissue types by an affinity capture method

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The lab of Fanni Gergely has developed a new affinity-based method that allows rapid isolation of centrosomes for proteomic profiling

Scientists Discover Enzyme That Turns Air Into Electricity, Providing A New Clean Source Of Energy

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Research reveals the first molecular understanding of BIRC6 – an essential regulator of cell death

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Latest research from the group of Paul Elliott has uncovered how BIRC6 (a giant ubiquitin ligase) protects cells from death and how this can be antagonised

New Publication: "GPR97 triggers inflammatory processes in human neutrophils via a macromolecular complex upstream of PAR2 activation"

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Neutrophils are a type of white blood cell that are part of our innate immune system. Their activities require tight regulation to avoid unwanted inflammation and autoimmune diseas...

Neutrophils are a type of white blood cell that are part of our innate immune system. Their activities require tight regulation to avoid unwanted inflammation and autoimmune diseases.

NMR Spectroscopy

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Advanced Fluorescence Microscopy

Advanced Proteomics Facility

Molecular Biophysics

Crystallography

Latest discoveries

Novel method to detect fake vaccines using mass spectrometry

How do naturally occurring antibodies recognise the malaria vaccine candidate PfRH5?

Novel techniques to screen for contaminants in medicinal syrups which have recently led to the death of hundreds of children

Immune cells hunt down cancer around the body – discovery could lead to personalised treatments for advanced breast cancer

Research in mice identifies surprising consequences of a disturbed gut microbiome

Visualising how a malaria parasite invades human red blood cells

COVID Moonshot initiative identifies novel antiviral compound

Armed to the hilt: Study solves mystery behind bacteria’s extensive weaponry

Proteomic profiling of centrosomes across multiple mammalian cell and tissue types by an affinity capture method

Scientists Discover Enzyme That Turns Air Into Electricity, Providing A New Clean Source Of Energy

Research reveals the first molecular understanding of BIRC6 – an essential regulator of cell death

New Publication: "GPR97 triggers inflammatory processes in human neutrophils via a macromolecular complex upstream of PAR2 activation"