Cambridge academics elected as 2026 Academy of Medical Sciences Fellows
Eight scientists from the fields of biomedical and health research at the University of Cambridge have been elected as Fellows of the Academy of Medical Sciences.
Snow cover on Greek mountains has more than halved in four decades, study finds
Snow cover in the mountains of Greece – an important water source for communities, agriculture and natural ecosystems during the dry summer months – has more than halved over the past four decades, a study has found.
Hungarian election 2026: Cambridge researchers give their reactions
Viktor Orbán has been swept from power after 16 years as Hungarian Prime Minister in a landslide victory for Péter Magyar's Tisza party. Four Cambridge researchers specialising in Hungarian history and politics give their reaction.
Promise the Earth: why real climate action means restraint
A new book by a Cambridge engineer and an Oxford theologian argues that our faith in technology to solve the climate crisis is distracting us from the uncomfortable truth: that saving the planet is neither a task for future technologies nor for world leaders alone. It is something all of us — especially those with comfortable lives — can and must do, now.
Hidden struggles: Cambridge scientists share the truth behind their success
A group of Cambridge scientists reveal the personal struggles they’ve faced – and continue to face – as they strive for success.
New Cambridge institute will support high-value medical device translation
The University of Cambridge is launching a new Institute aimed at tackling one of the biggest bottlenecks in UK medical research: turning promising laboratory discoveries into regulated devices that can be tested with patients.
Cambridge academics and Fellows recognised in New Year Honours 2026
Members of the collegiate University honoured for their outstanding contributions to society in science, education, medicine, the environment, and the arts.
Ancient ‘animal GPS’ identified in magnetic fossils
The earliest evidence of an internal ‘GPS’ system in an animal has been identified by researchers, which could help explain how some modern birds and fish evolved the ability to use the Earth’s magnetic field to navigate long distances.
Marking achievements and ambitions as part of Black History Month at Cambridge
October brings a new academic year but it also offers the opportunity to celebrate Black talent. A number of events and activities are being staged around the University and the Colleges to mark Black History Month. Some of the details around a couple of events are still being finalised so be sure to keep checking back on this page.
Family fortunes founded on slavery: introducing the Sandbach Tinne Collection
Records unearthed by a Cambridge PhD student expose the kinship and brutality behind one of Britain’s most powerful slave-trading dynasties, as revealed in a new book and digital collection.
