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Recent News About University Of Cambridge
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Cambridge scientists receive major funding through UKRI Future Leader Fellowships
Three researchers from the University of Cambridge have been named among 77 early-career scientists awarded UKRI Future Leader Fellowships.
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University of Cambridge study maps gene activity linked to breastfeeding challenges
A recent study from the University of Cambridge has produced a detailed genetic atlas of the adult mammary gland, shedding light on genes involved in breastfeeding and providing new information about genetic links to breastfeeding disorders and...
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Cambridge study finds ChatGPT improvises like students when solving ancient math problems
The AI chatbot ChatGPT was found to improvise and make errors similar to those of a student when faced with an ancient mathematical problem, according to a new study by education researchers.
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Cambridge AI spinout Cytora acquired by Applied Systems
Applied Systems has acquired Cytora, an artificial intelligence company that originated from the University of Cambridge.
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Cambridge study finds social robots may ease loneliness among informal caregivers
A study conducted by researchers at the University of Cambridge has found that regular conversations with a humanoid robot can provide significant emotional benefits to informal caregivers.
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Study finds relatable stories increase support for EU migration among UK voters
Researchers at the University of Cambridge’s Political Psychology Lab have conducted a study examining how British attitudes toward European immigrants can be influenced by targeted messaging.
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Cambridge-led project receives major grant for green transition mapping on Anglesey
A research team led by Professor Flora Samuel from the University of Cambridge’s Department of Architecture has received an additional £3.12 million Green Transition Ecosystem grant from the Arts and Humanities Research Council (AHRC).
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Study finds British industry persisted after Romans with Viking-age boom
A recent study by researchers from the Universities of Cambridge and Nottingham challenges the long-held belief that Britain’s industrial economy collapsed after the Romans left.
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BBC National Short Story Award announces 2025 shortlist as it marks two decades
The shortlist for the 2025 BBC National Short Story Award with Cambridge University was announced on Thursday, 11 September, during BBC Radio 4’s Front Row program.
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Farming Minister tours Sainsbury Laboratory at Cambridge University
The University of Cambridge recently welcomed Daniel Zeichner MP, Farming Minister and local Member of Parliament, to the Sainsbury Laboratory for a tour and discussions with plant science and Agri-Tech researchers.
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Cambridge scientists develop smart material for targeted arthritis drug delivery
Researchers at the University of Cambridge have developed a new material that could improve the treatment of arthritis by releasing drugs directly at inflamed joints.
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Cambridge University Library opens archive documenting links between British dynasty and slavery
More than 600 historical items, including letters, photographs, and papers collected over two decades from auction sites like eBay, are now available to researchers and the public through a new digital resource hosted by Cambridge University Library.
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Study shows US political crises spark surge in social media solidarity
Research from the University of Cambridge’s Social Decision-Making Lab indicates that political crises can shift the tone of viral content on social media platforms, moving engagement from negative emotions and hostility to messages of unity...
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Artificial heart valve made from new plastic passes key animal safety test
An artificial heart valve made from a new plastic material has been found to be safe after a six-month animal study, according to researchers from the Universities of Bristol and Cambridge.
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King's E-Lab launches first startup incubator with Founders at University of Cambridge
King’s Entrepreneurship Lab (King’s E-Lab) and Founders at the University of Cambridge have announced the 24 startups selected for King’s College’s first incubator programme.
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Cambridge Maths School celebrates first graduating class with strong A-level results
Students at Cambridge Maths School have received their A-level results, marking the first graduating class since the specialist sixth form college opened in September 2023.
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Algae-based cooling panels win top prize at entrepreneurship fund competition
Hauwa, a participant in the Mastercard Foundation Scholars Entrepreneurship Fund Competition, has developed an algae panel designed to help buildings stay cooler and reduce their carbon footprint.
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Stalagmite study links multi-year droughts with Maya civilization decline
A new study led by the University of Cambridge has used stalagmites from a cave in Mexico’s Yucatán region to reconstruct detailed rainfall patterns during the Terminal Classic period of Maya civilization, between 871 and 1021 CE.
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Cambridge researchers identify source of errors in common blood pressure measurements
Researchers at the University of Cambridge have identified why common cuff-based blood pressure measurements can be inaccurate and proposed ways to improve them.
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Study finds cicadas synchronize dawn chorus with precise level of morning light
Cicadas in southern India have been found to synchronize their early morning songs with a specific level of pre-dawn light, according to new research published in Physical Review E. Scientists from India, the UK, and Israel studied weeks of field...