Researchers have ‘hacked’ the earliest stages of photosynthesis, the natural machine that powers the vast majority of life on Earth, and discovered new ways to extract energy from the process, a finding that could lead to new ways of generating clean fuel and renewable energy.
A Cambridge scientist has played a leading role in sequencing Ludwig van Beethoven’s genome, revealing clues to the composer’s health and family history.
Cambridge University scientists have come up with a system of measuring animal welfare that enables reliable comparison across different types of pig farming.
On Monday 20 March, the University of Cambridge hosted a reception in the Houses of Parliament to launch a new report that shows it is a research powerhouse driving the most successful economic cluster in the UK. The analysis by respected consultancy London Economics shows that the University adds nearly £30 billion to the economy every year and supports more than 86,000 jobs across the UK
Cambridge start-up SMi and its research partners have received two Innovate UK awards to progress their work on testing for infectious diseases and detecting biomarkers for cancer.
Individuals who are obese may be more susceptible to severe COVID-19 because of a poorer inflammatory immune response, say Cambridge scientists.
The University contributes nearly £30 billion to the UK economy and supports more than 86,000 jobs across the UK, according to a new report.
Underwater waves deep below the ocean’s surface – some as tall as 500 metres – play an important role in how the ocean stores heat and carbon, according to new research.
More donated hearts could be suitable for transplantation if they are kept functioning within the body for a short time following the death of the donor, new research has concluded.
Read the second part of our series marking Women's History Month, as we shine a light on even more of the inspiring women living and working here at Cambridge.
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