Cambridge scientists recognised by major European research organisation
Researchers from the Cambridge Biomedical Campus have featured prominently in this year’s election to the prestigious European Molecular Biology Organisation (EMBO).
Sounds Green returns to Cambridge University Botanic Garden
Cambridge University Botanic Garden Garden is delighted to host another year of open-air music from Cambridge Summer Music.
Marina Frolova-Walker FBA appointed 36th Gresham Professor of Music
Gresham College, London’s oldest Higher Education Institution, is delighted to announce the appointment of Marina Frolova-Walker, Professor of Music History at the University of Cambridge, as the next Gresham Professor of Music.
Value of manufacturing to UK economy significantly underestimated, report claims
The economic value of manufacturing to the UK is being underestimated in official statistics, potentially by as much as half, presenting significant issues for policymakers, according to a new report.
Cause of hardening of the arteries – and potential treatment – identified
A team of UK scientists have identified the mechanism behind hardening of the arteries, and shown in animal studies that a generic medication normally used to treat acne could be an effective treatment for the condition.
Past climate change pushed birds from the northern hemisphere to the tropics
Researchers have shown how millions of years of climate change affected the range and habitat of modern birds, suggesting that many groups of tropical birds may be relatively recent arrivals in their equatorial homes.
Cambridge to host international summit for the leaders of tomorrow
Young leaders from across the UK and Latin America will gather in Cambridge in September to discuss science, policy and innovation for a changing world.
Virtual reality can spot navigation problems in early Alzheimer’s disease
Virtual reality (VR) can identify early Alzheimer’s disease more accurately than ‘gold standard’ cognitive tests currently in use, suggests new research.
Unilever Young Entrepreneurs Awards 2019 now open for entries
Entries are now open for the sixth Unilever Young Entrepreneurs Awards, supporting and celebrating inspirational young people from all over the world who have initiatives, products or services that tackle the planet’s biggest sustainability challenges.
New research set to boost construction sector sustainability and productivity
A new collaborative research project involving Cambridge engineers aims to improve the sustainability and productivity of the construction sector.
Cambridge engineers go for gold at Tokyo 2020
Professor Tony Purnell discusses Cambridge's contribution to Olympic success, the future of cycling in the city and the wider potential of their findings from the track.
University of Cambridge PhD student wins award for research into CTVT in dogs
Adrian Baez-Ortega, 28, from Spain, has won the Postgraduate Student Inspiration Award as part of one of the largest and most prestigious veterinary awards in the world, the International Canine Health Awards.
'Is the British Civil Servant an endangered species?'
'Is the British Civil Servant an endangered species?' The Bennett/CSaP Distinguished Lecture will be delivered by Lord Richard Wilson at Emmanuel College tomorrow (Thursday 23rd May: 5.30 - 6.45pm), followed by a drinks reception.
Driverless cars working together can speed up traffic by 35 percent
A fleet of driverless cars working together to keep traffic moving smoothly can improve overall traffic flow by at least 35 percent, researchers have shown.
New research group to help discoveries benefit patients
For Dementia Action Week on International Clinical Trials Day 2019, a unique research group has been launched to test promising new drugs for dementia, including one of the world’s first studies with an antidepressant that could stop the disease progressing.
Machine learning predicts mechanical properties of porous materials
Machine learning can be used to predict the properties of a group of materials which, according to some, could be as important to the 21st century as plastics were to the 20th.
Washable, wearable battery-like devices could be woven directly into clothes
Washable, wearable ‘batteries’: based on cheap, safe and environmentally-friendly inks and woven directly into fabrics, have been developed by researchers at the University of Cambridge.
Something for everyone at the Botanic Garden's Festival of Plants
Have you ever wondered what the first flower looked like or why bananas don’t have seeds? These are just two of a range of topics that will be covered in Cambridge University Botanic Garden’s ‘talking tent’ at its annual Festival of Plants.
New information engineering course has autonomous driving at its heart
The University of Cambridge Department of Engineering has launched a new information engineering course for second year undergraduate students with a focus on autonomous driving.
Rapid melting of the world’s largest ice shelf linked to solar heat in the ocean
An international team of scientists has found part of the world’s largest ice shelf is melting 10 times faster than the overall ice shelf average due to solar heating of the surrounding ocean surface.
Engineer awarded prestigious fellowship
Dr Ioannis Brilakis, Laing O'Rourke Reader in Construction Engineering at the University of Cambridge, has been awarded a Hans Fischer Senior Fellowship in recognition of his contributions to the area of ‘Digital Twins for the Built Environment’.
Enjoy a ‘Pint of Science’ in Cambridge
Cambridge engineers and alumni will take centre stage at this year’s Pint of Science festival.
Improving journeys to work
The future of commuting into Cambridge, including how congestion can be reduced and air quality improved, will be explored as part of a new collaboration.
Cambridge AI expert to speak at Hay Festival 2019
What are the implications of machine learning and artificial intelligence (AI) for society? This is just one of the many topics up for discussion at Hay Festival 2019 next month.
Cambridge engineer supports next steps in lunar exploration
Cambridge engineer and Canadian astronaut Dr Jenni Sidey-Gibbons will join colleagues at the Canadian Space Agency (CSA) in a project that will see humans return to the Moon.