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.
Cryptocurrency and Blockchain Technology
This research paper examines the proliferation, key features and advantages of cryptocurrency in order to understand what makes them so valuable for our finances. It examines the underlying blockchain technology, diving into its definition, technical aspects and how it provides security to cryptocurrency.
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Emerging Economies: Indonesia and Japan in the Context of China–US Rivalry
This research paper analyses the increasing importance of the superpower rivalry between China and the United States at regional and international levels, especially in the context of two emerging economies: Indonesia and Japan.
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How Affirmative Action Ties to The Four Dimensions of Substantive Equality to Help Remedy the Effects of Long-Standing Discrimination
The aim of this research is to find how the four dimensions of substantive equality law can alter and impact affirmative action.
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Advantages and Disadvantages of Affirmative Action Policies on Education and Admissions Rate in the UK and US
This study explores the effects of affirmative action policies in the United States and the United Kingdom by analysing their advantages and disadvantages.
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Chronicles of Conflict: A Psychological Overview of the Impacts of War
This paper aims to provide an account of the intersectional nature of war, stretching across history, psychology, sociology, and economics.
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The Psychological Impacts of Genocides
Drawing on data collected from survivors as well as empirical studies of past genocides, this paper examines how psychological burdens of genocide manifest and impact people’s daily lives.
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How Different Diets Affect Human Epigenetics Throughout Generations
This research paper explores the intricate relationship between epigenetics and diet on future generations, emphasising how environmental factors impact metabolic processes and disease susceptibility.
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Transgenerational Epigenetic Inheritance: A Review of the Mechanisms, Factors, and Implications of a Growing Field
This paper reveals that increasing awareness of the apparent effects of TEI is integral to improving public health policies. It demonstrates the need for future researchers to investigate how best to increase awareness of TEI for policymakers, healthcare professionals and the general public.
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An assessment of the Benefits, Risks and Ethical Constraints of Geoengineering
The threat that climate change poses is becoming more and more evident, and thus scientists and experts are looking for ways we can effectively deal with this issue. This study is therefore focused upon technological advancements and how they could mitigate climate change.
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From Innovation to Controversy: Assessing AI’s Role in Business, Its Impacts, Limitations and Ethical Concerns
This systematic review analyses AI’s role in the world of business, examining where artificial intelligence fits into the current corporate and financial scenario, and the shortcomings and ethical controversies that follow the widespread usage of AI.
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The United Nations Security Council in the 21st Century: Evaluating its Design and Structure
This paper critically considers the efficacy of the United Nations Security Council, a key player of international affairs with the task of maintaining international peace and security.
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The United Nations Security Council and the Use of Force in World Politics
This research aims to explore major threats that the international community has encountered in recent times, with a particular focus on
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