OxJournal is an academic platform for intellectually engaged young people. We publish high-quality, university-level research papers produced by 12-18 year olds under the supervision of an expert academic or researcher in their chosen field of study. We hope the papers published here will inspire you to further explore your own academic interests and potential.
The Evolution and Impact of Cryptocurrencies
This research essay considers the development and rise of cryptocurrencies around the world, and the differing reasons for their popularity amongst different populations.
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Analyzing the Extent to which Current Sanctions Imposed on Russia Have Affected the UK Economy
Western sanctions on Russia in light of the invasion of Ukraine have had a huge impact on both the Russian and UK economies. This paper focuses primarily on the effects felt by the latter.
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Law and Technology Journal
Covering everything from Cryptocurrency to technological bias in policing and the asylum process in countries around the world, this paper dives into some of the most cutting-edge issues facing the legal world as a result of technological advancements.
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How does a strong framework against sexual harassment lead to greater gender equality in workplaces, comparing Kazakhstan and New Zealand?
This research article takes a look at the issue of sexual harassment in the workplace. In particular, it considers the frameworks in place (or notably lacking) in both New Zealand and Kazakhstan’s legislation to combat the issue.
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How can inducing positive emotions through positive psychology interventions reduce the effects of depression, anxiety, and trauma?
This paper considers a total of 20 research studies targeted at using positive psychology interventions to shift negative emotions to positive emotions, and reviewed their outcomes from a mental health standpoint. The paper posits that positive psychology interventions are an effective way to reduce the distress of anxiety and trauma and most prominently depression. Positive emotions generate positive memories and post traumatic growth, as well as aiding coping.
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What is the role of character traits in managing anxiety, trauma and depression through positive psychology?
This paper investigates positive psychology as a new science and how positive character traits might be used in managing depression, anxiety, and trauma. It does this by reviewing the outcomes of 10 research studies targeted at strengthening character traits to improve mental health.
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How can CRISPR Cas9 edit various mutations present in gynaecological cancers?
This research paper delves deep into the cutting edge of cancer therapy; namely, CRISPR Cas9 treatments for gynaecological cancers. Considering up-to-the-minute studies and publications, it considers the efficacy and future of these treatments.
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Personalised Medicine
From considering the potential applications of personalised medicine to evaluating the ethical concerns that may come alongside it, this paper delves into the cutting edge of research in the medical technology field.
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Building a Sustainable Future
This Architecture research paper considers a brief for a sustainable home in one of Edinburgh’s most sought-after districts. From considering the importance of the client to designing the home, this paper considers the architectural process as a whole.
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Bit’s Bites: A Digital Educational Game
How can gaming help in education? This is a question engineers, teachers and edtech professionals have been exploring for decades now, and this paper synthesises a wealth of research while also pitching an effective, exciting, original educational game design.
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Social Movements and Conspiracy: The Spread of QAnon
This research paper explores the possibility that QAnon has crossed the threshold from conspiracy to social movement. It also considers the wider social implications of this shift.
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