The Oxford Science Park celebrates innovation at the Oxfordshire Business Awards

16 June 2025

The Oxford Science Park attended the prestigious Oxfordshire Business Awards (OXBA) on Thursday evening as proud sponsor of the Innovation Award, reaffirming the Park’s commitment to championing innovation across the region.

This year’s Innovation Award was presented to Sitryx, a pioneering biotech company making remarkable strides in immunometabolism to treat chronic autoimmune and inflammatory disease.

Sitryx triumphed in an exceptionally competitive field, with fellow finalists Mach 42 and Oxford Dynamics also earning high praise from the judges for their groundbreaking work. The strength of the shortlist underscored Oxford’s growing global reputation as a powerhouse of science and technology.

Sitryx received the Innovation Award. Image credit: Rob Lacey.

Byron Byrne, Director of The Oxford Science Park, said: “We were delighted to sponsor the Innovation Award once again. The calibre of this year’s finalists demonstrates the extraordinary depth of talent and creativity in Oxfordshire’s innovation community. Sitryx’s win is well-deserved, and we also commend Mach 42 and Oxford Dynamics for their outstanding achievements.”

The judges commented on the exceptional standard of entries, highlighting how companies across the region are translating world-class research into real-world impact. The Oxford Science Park’s presence and support at the event reflected its role as a hub for over 3,500 professionals working at the forefront of science and technology.

With close to 100 companies, The Oxford Science Park continues to be instrumental in fostering breakthroughs in fields such as life sciences, AI and cleantech. The recognition of Sitryx and its peers at the OXBAs is a testament to the strength and momentum of Oxford’s innovation landscape.

Finalists Mach 42 and Oxford Dynamics. Image credit: Rob Lacey Photography.

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