New way to extend ‘shelf life’ of blood stem cells will improve gene therapy
15 Aug 2024Researchers have discovered a way to extend the shelf life of blood stem cells outside the body for use in gene therapy, providing patients with...
The mink must go: ending a catastrophic UK invasion
13 Aug 2024Many have said it's an impossible task. But a new approach is astonishing scientists by clearing the UK of destructive American mink - the lasting...
Sight and sound
06 Aug 2024How photoacoustics could transform cancer detection and monitoring
Astronomers uncover risks to planets that could host life
05 Aug 2024Astronomers have discovered that red dwarf stars can produce stellar flares that carry far-ultraviolet (far-UV) radiation levels much higher than...
Scientists discover entirely new wood type that could be highly efficient at carbon storage
31 Jul 2024Researchers have identified an entirely new type of wood that does not fit into either category of hardwood or softwood.
The master of mutations
29 Jul 2024Dr Alex Cagan – illustrator, geneticist and explorer of animal DNA – is offering a new perspective on the tapestry of life. His work has profound...
Thousands of birds and fish threatened by mining for clean energy transition
26 Jul 2024Our increasing demand for metals and minerals is putting over four thousand vertebrate species at risk, with the raw materials needed for clean...
Five hubs launched to ensure UK benefits from quantum future
26 Jul 2024A major new research hub led by the University of Cambridge and UCL aims to harness quantum technology to improve early diagnosis and treatment of...
Black excellence in cancer research at Cambridge
26 Jul 2024Black scientists in Cambridge are driving change to help create a cancer research sector that better represents the wider population.
New genetic test will eliminate a form of inherited blindness in dogs
22 Jul 2024Cambridge scientists have identified the genetic mutation that causes progressive retinal atrophy in English Shepherd Dogs, which results in...
Reaching for the stars - Cambridge's Institute of Astronomy celebrates 50 years
21 Jul 2024Top astronomers and astrophysicists from around the world will take part in a conference and public events to mark the IoA milestone.
Flying ant season is here!
18 Jul 2024Whether you find it a bit creepy or see it as an intriguing natural phenomenon, here in the UK it’s flying ant season