Edward Elgar, Johnny Rotten, the Pre-Raphaelites and The Beatles are just some of the unlikely bedfellows making appearances in this year’s Slade Lectures – a free series of public talks at the University of Cambridge.
An exciting play that explores the life of the controversial Cambridge character, and arguably the greatest scientist of his era, Sir Isaac Newton, is to be performed as part of the University’s 800th anniversary celebrations.
Members of the public will have the chance to cross-examine some of Britain’s leading politicians when Radio 4’s “Any Questions?” comes to the University of Cambridge on October 30th.
Fenner’s Fitness Suite, the University’s main gym, has undergone a major refurbishment in time for the start of the new academic year.
Scientists are close to discovering how normal breast cells become cancerous, according to research by Cambridge scientists published today.
Professor Dame Ann Dowling has taken up the role of Head of Engineering at the University of Cambridge.
Scientists are close to discovering how normal breast cells become cancerous, according to research published today.
One of the more unusual gifts to mark the 800th Anniversary of the University of Cambridge was presented to the Vice-Chancellor, Professor Alison Richard, at a reception at the Fitzwilliam Museum.
Enthusiasts, curators, practitioners and academics alike will discuss the representation of ‘Women in Comics’ in the first conference of its kind at Cambridge University on Sunday, 25th October.
Are lottery numbers predictable? Can the results of football matches be forecast? Would looking at the statistics have led to serial killer Dr Harold Shipman being caught earlier?*
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