Dr. Helen Townley

Associate Professor

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Biography

Helen Townley is an Associate Professor at the Nuffield Department of Women's and Reproductive Health, University of Oxford. Her research primarily focuses on the use of nanoparticles in cancer therapy and imaging, emphasizing drug delivery systems that exploit the enhanced permeation and retention (EPR) effect of tumors. Townley is actively involved in the development of various nanoparticle systems aimed at increasing the efficacy of conventional cancer treatments, including chemotherapy and radiotherapy, thereby reducing systemic side effects and enhancing localized therapeutic outcomes. She collaborates internationally to explore novel chemotherapeutics derived from natural products and has been engaged in projects addressing infertility and targeted bacterial treatments. In addition to her research, Townley has contributed as an Associate Editor for the journal Micro Nano Letters, overseeing special issues focusing on nanoparticles and cancer treatment. Her contributions to the field have earned her recognition in various publications, highlighting her impact within the biobusiness sector.

Research Interests

Experience

Associate Professor

2015-01-01 — Present

Nuffield Department of Women's and Reproductive Health, University of Oxford • Oxford, England

Conducting research and teaching within the scope of women's and reproductive health.

Awards

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Kajal Mallick Memorial Award

2016-01-01
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BioBeat '50 Movers Shakers'

2016-01-01

Requirements for University of Oxford

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.7
IELTS
Listening
Required:7
Reading
Required:7
Writing
Required:7
Speaking
Required:7
Overall
Required:7.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:22
Reading
Required:24
Writing
Required:24
Speaking
Required:25
Total
Required:110
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in Politics, International Relations, Economics, History, Law, Philosophy or Sociology
Application Checklist
  • Three academic references
  • Official transcripts
  • CV/Resume
  • Statement of Purpose (1,000 words)
  • Two academic essays (2,000 words each)
Specialization Notes

Department of Politics and International Relations - Higher Level English requirement.