10,000 autistic people to take part in the UK’s largest study of autism
24 August 2021An ambitious new research project, Spectrum 10K, launches today and will recruit 10,000 autistic individuals, as well as their relatives, living in the UK.
Integrated conservation strategies could simultaneously meet biodiversity, climate and water objectives
23 August 2021Managing a strategically chosen 30% of land for conservation could safeguard 70% of all terrestrial plant and vertebrate animal species, while simultaneously conserving around two-thirds of the world’s vulnerable carbon and clean water, according to a new study carried out by the Nature Map Consortium, involving the University of Cambridge.
‘Vegetarian’ giant tortoise filmed attacking and eating seabird
23 August 2021Researchers have captured on film the moment when a Seychelles giant tortoise, Aldabrachelys gigantea, attacked and ate a tern chick. This is the first documentation of deliberate hunting in any wild tortoise species.
Mathematical model predicts best way to build muscle
23 August 2021Researchers have developed a mathematical model that can predict the optimum exercise regime for building muscle.
Ageing cuttlefish can remember the details of last week’s dinner
18 August 2021Cuttlefish can remember what, where, and when specific things happened – right up to their last few days of life, researchers have found.
Worsening GP shortages in disadvantaged areas likely to widen health inequalities
18 August 2021Areas of high socioeconomic disadvantage are being worst hit by shortages of GPs, a trend that is only worsening with time and is likely to widen pre-existing health inequalities, say researchers at the University of Cambridge.
Europe-wide political divide emerging between cities and countryside – study
17 August 2021“Geography of disillusion” poses a major challenge for democratic countries across the continent, according to researchers.
Pollinators: first global risk index for species declines and effects on humanity
16 August 2021The Global South may have most to lose from pollinator loss, with Latin America at particular risk due to crop exports and indigenous cultures.
Open Cambridge launches 2021 programme
16 August 2021This year’s programme, focussing on the past and present, is a real treat for anyone interested in learning more about this fascinating city through a series of free walks, talks, tours and online events between 10th -19th September.
Statement on 2021 admissions
13 August 2021The University of Cambridge is pleased to report that all students who met the conditions of their offer this year have been accepted. There has been no need for any deferrals or for any student to switch College to help accommodate numbers.
