The role of truth in contemporary life inspires thought-provoking scrutiny at the Sheldonian Theatre

Published on May 14, 2025

Invited speakers, students, staff and alumni examined the fundamental concept of truth in a robust exchange of ideas at the final Sheldonian Series event of this academic year.
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Researchers remap the world's rivers to improve flood modelling

May 14, 2025
A team led by researchers at the University of Oxford has created the most complete map of the world’s rivers ever made offering a major leap forward for flood prediction, climate risk planning, and water resource management in a warming world. The new study, published in Water Resources Research, introduces GRIT—a mapping system that finally shows how rivers really flow, branch, and connect lands