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Professor Sam Stranks is using science to solve some of our most pressing climate and health challenges, and helping school children address their climate anxiety. Find out what makes him tick

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News - Generative AI and the novel
Half of UK novelists believe artificial intelligence is likely to replace their work entirely, according to a new report.

News - Vice-Chancellor visits rowers in training for The Boat Race
Vice-Chancellor Professor Deborah Prentice praised the dedication of student rowers on a dawn visit to observe training at Cambridge University Boat Club.

News - The five ages of the human brain
Scientists identify 5 ages of the human brain over a lifetime. Four major turning points around ages 9, 32, 66 and 83 create 5 broad eras of neural wiring over the average human lifespan.
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Festival - Celebrating a trailblazer: Friday 5 December to Sunday 7 December
Newnham College is honouring one of its alumnae, the pioneering astrophysicist Cecilia Payne-Gaposchkin. The College is marking the 125th anniversary of her birth and the centenary of her groundbreaking thesis with a weekend of astronomy, music and talks.

Family - Cambridge Botanic Lights: until Tuesday 23 December
Cambridge University Botanic Garden is transformed into a spectacular illuminated trail celebrating the extraordinary world of plants. Expect a breathtaking blend of light, sound, and nature: perfect for a memorable night out this winter.

Exhibitions - Made in Ancient Egypt - until Sunday 12 April 2026
From elaborately decorated coffins to the Books of the Dead, ancient Egyptians produced objects which remain iconic today. But who were the makers behind them and how were they made? Find out at the Fitzwilliam Museum's exhibition.
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