Oxford looks to solve world's problems

Wednesday, 1 June 2005 12:00 AM

Oxford University is to establish a centre to examine the problems affecting the world and help find solutions at the cost of £3 million a year.

The James Martin 21st century school will look into the issues facing the modern-day planet, such as rapidly developing technology, climate change, disease and ageing societies.

Ten academics a year will be hosted at the school to create a network of future thinkers to look at global issues.

The centre has been funded by a £60 million endowment from computing pioneer Dr James Martin, a graduate of the university.

"Mankind faces huge challenges as the 21st century unfolds," he said.

"It is essential that our leading thinkers commit time, energy and resources now to finding solutions to these risks and problems which could threaten the future of humanity itself."

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