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Sera Markoff becomes first woman appointed Plumian Professor at University Of Cambridge
Professor Sera Markoff has been appointed as the 17th Plumian Professor of Astronomy and Experimental Philosophy at the University of Cambridge.
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Eight Cambridge researchers receive €17 million in ERC Consolidator Grants
Eight researchers from the University of Cambridge have been awarded a total of €17 million through the European Research Council’s (ERC) Consolidator Grants.
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University of Cambridge appoints Roland Sinker CBE for inclusive innovation roadmap
Roland Sinker CBE, CEO of Cambridge University Hospitals, has been appointed to lead a review on how the University of Cambridge can deliver inclusive innovation and growth.
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Scientists rule out existence of fourth type of neutrino after major experiment
UK scientists have contributed to resolving a long-standing question in particle physics by helping rule out the existence of a fourth type of neutrino, known as the 'sterile neutrino.'
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Volcanic eruptions linked by Cambridge study to start of Black Death pandemic
Researchers from the University of Cambridge and the Leibniz Institute for the History and Culture of Eastern Europe (GWZO) in Leipzig have provided new insights into the origins of the Black Death, linking a series of volcanic eruptions to one of...
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University of Cambridge’s Isaac Science platform reaches milestone with 200 millionth question attempted
The University of Cambridge's Isaac Science learning platform has reached a significant milestone, with students attempting the 200 millionth question on the system this week.
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Astronomers find massive spinning cosmic filament influencing galaxy rotation
Astronomers have discovered a large rotating structure in space, described as a "razor-thin" string of galaxies within a massive spinning cosmic filament located about 140 million light-years from Earth.
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First printed bible map still shapes views on borders after five centuries
The first map ever included in a printed Bible, created 500 years ago, continues to shape modern ideas about borders and nationhood, according to Nathan MacDonald, Professor of the Interpretation of the Old Testament at the University of Cambridge.
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Study finds ancient anaconda size matches modern snakes
Fossil evidence from Venezuela suggests that anacondas have maintained their large size for over 12 million years.
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Global study links landscape changes with declining resilience in bird-supported ecosystems
Human-driven changes to landscapes, such as urbanization and agricultural expansion, are reducing the ecological services provided by wild birds, according to a new global study.
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Cambridge-led study links common pollutants with harm to beneficial gut bacteria
A recent study led by the University of Cambridge has found that over 150 common industrial chemicals, including pesticides and flame retardants, are toxic to bacteria present in a healthy human gut microbiome.
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University of Cambridge launches repair cafés to promote sustainability
The University of Cambridge has launched its own repair café initiative in partnership with the local charity Cambridge Carbon Footprint.
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Cambridge scientists map five key phases of human brain structure across lifespan
A recent study conducted by the MRC Cognition and Brain Sciences Unit at the University of Cambridge has identified five distinct phases in human brain structure throughout a lifetime.
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Cambridge study finds shared genetic basis for behavior in golden retrievers and humans
Researchers at the University of Cambridge have found that certain genes influencing behavioural traits in golden retrievers are also linked to human personality and mental health.
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Cambridge professor Sam Stranks discusses innovations bridging solar energy and healthcare
Sam Stranks, Professor of Energy Materials and Optoelectronics at the University of Cambridge and Fellow of Clare College, is applying his expertise in photovoltaics to address challenges in climate change and healthcare.
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Scientists achieve highest-resolution map yet of human genome's 3D structure
Researchers have produced the most detailed map to date of how DNA is organized and operates inside living cells.
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Youth participation in focus at decisive COP30 summit
The upcoming COP30 climate summit has been described as "decisive" by Dr Joanna Depledge, a climate talks expert from Cambridge.
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Half of UK novelists expect full replacement by artificial intelligence
A new study from the University of Cambridge’s Minderoo Centre for Technology and Democracy (MCTD) reveals significant concerns among UK novelists regarding the impact of artificial intelligence on their profession.
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Virtual reality tool developed at Cambridge wins top technology innovation award
Dr Chris MacDonald, a Fellow at Lucy Cavendish College, has won the Technological Innovation of the Year award at the Times Higher Education Awards 2025 for his Virtual Reality public speaking platform.
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AI tool developed by UK universities detects abnormal blood cells with higher accuracy
An artificial intelligence tool developed by researchers at the University of Cambridge, University College London, and Queen Mary University of London has demonstrated improved accuracy in identifying abnormalities in blood cells compared to...