From solar power to patient care
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
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Appointments - Developing the University roadmap for inclusive innovation and growth in Cambridge
Roland Sinker CBE, CEO of Cambridge University Hospitals, to lead a review into the delivery of inclusive innovation and growth for the University.
News - Volcanic eruptions set off a chain of events that brought the Black Death
Clues contained in tree rings have identified mid-14th-century volcanic activity as the first domino to fall in a sequence that led to the devastation of the Black Death in Europe.
News - 200 millionth Isaac Science question
The University of Cambridge's Isaac Science learning platform – used by more than 3,000 schools across the UK each year – this week saw its 200 millionth question attempted by a student.
Events
Concerts, lectures, sports events, and more
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 - LATE at Kettle's Yard: Wednesday 28 January 2026
Students from the Royal College of Art stage an evening of performance, music, talks, and more in the context of Harold Offeh’s exhibition 'Mmm, Gotta Try a Little Harder, It Could be Sweet'.
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.
Student perspectives
A glimpse inside Clare Hall, a graduate college of the University of Cambridge
A glimpse inside Clare Hall, a graduate college of the University of Cambridge
