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Practical solutions

for policy problems

The Bennett School of Public Policy opens this autumn. It will develop practical solutions to urgent policy problems. It is already leading work on 2 key policy areas: implementation of AI and the revival of post-industrial regions.

Uncovered: Psychological 'signature' of the extreme mind

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How to apply

Step-by-step guidance on the applications process

News

Updates from across the University

Labrador.

News - Genes linked to obesity in Labradors and humans

Researchers at the University of Cambridge have discovered genes linked to obesity in both Labradors and humans. They say the effects can be over-ridden with a strict diet and exercise regime.
Aspirin pills.

News - Aspirin could prevent spread of some cancers

Aspirin is known to slow the spread of some cancers, such as breast, bowel, and prostate cancers. Now scientists have uncovered how it does this. It triggers the immune system and reduces metastasis.
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News - Encouraging applications from the North-East

Three Cambridge Colleges teamed up to co-host an event in Newcastle attended by more than 160 students from across North-East England.

Events

Concerts, lectures, sports events, and more

Admissions - Discover Master's and PhD study: Monday 17 to Friday 21 March

Book now for Discover Cambridge, our series of lunchtime webinars exploring the practicalities of applying to postgraduate courses at Cambridge.

Lecture - Where does innovation happen? with Sir Patrick Vallance: Thursday 20 March 2025

Lord Patrick Vallance, Minister of State for Science in the Department for Science, Innovation and Technology, will speak on the topic 'Where does innovation happen?'.

Admissions - Subject Masterclasses: until Thursday 15 May

Explore your chosen subject in greater depth while experiencing typical undergraduate teaching at Cambridge with our Subject Masterclasses.

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