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New strategy to tackle bovine TB in England
A new strategy published today sets out a clear, practical plan to achieve Officially Bovine TB-Free status in England by 2038, backed by an ambition to deploy a cattle vaccine by 2030.
New ‘universal vaccine’ technology could protect us from future virus outbreaks
A Cambridge-led team has developed a way to engineer better vaccines that could provide broad protection from thousands of variants of viruses - such as coronaviruses or Ebola - in a single vaccine. This represents a fundamental new vaccine technology that could prevent future pandemics before they begin.
Can we feed the world without breaking the planet?
The global food system is more productive than ever, but it's pushing natural systems out of balance in the extreme. Can science help farmers produce the food we need in a more sustainable way?
Damage to brain’s white matter may play key role in neurodegenerative disease, and could be target for future treatments
Damage to white matter in the brain can trigger features associated with neurodegenerative disease, Cambridge researchers have discovered in a new study published in the journal Nature.
The Cambridge Festival welcomes students from across the country for a taste of university life
Over 1,200 KS2 and KS3 pupils from across the region and beyond flocked to the Cambridge West site to experience studying at the University of Cambridge with a selection of lectures and workshops held as part of the Cambridge Festival.
Cambridge start-up to tackle endometriosis
Endometriosis affects around 10% of women worldwide and is often a cause of infertility. Léa Wenger's start-up, Cyclana has set itself the task of understanding the disease and finding a treatment.
Pekingese, Shih Tzu and Staffordshire Bull Terrier among twelve dog breeds at risk of serious breathing condition
Scientists have identified a further 12 dog breeds as being at risk of Brachycephalic Obstructive Airway Syndrome – a condition that can cause serious breathing problems – including the Pekingese, Shih Tzu, Boston Terrier, Staffordshire Bull Terrier, Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, Chihuahua and Boxer.
‘Hidden’ bugs in our gut appear key to good health, finds global study
An understudied group of bacteria in our gut microbiome appears to play a central role in keeping us healthy, according to researchers at the University of Cambridge.
The Cambridge Awards 2025 for Research Impact and Engagement
Meet the winners of the Cambridge Awards 2025 for Research Impact and Engagement and learn more about their projects.