Underactive immune response may explain obesity link to COVID-19 severity
20 March 2023Individuals who are obese may be more susceptible to severe COVID-19 because of a poorer inflammatory immune response, say Cambridge scientists.
Cambridge researchers elected as members of European Molecular Biology Organisation
06 July 2022Five Cambridge researchers join the community of more than 1,900 leading life scientists in Europe and beyond today as the European Molecular Biology Organisation announces its newly-elected Members.
Why it takes guts to protect the brain against infection
04 November 2020The brain is uniquely protected against invading bacteria and viruses, but its defence mechanism has long remained a mystery. Now, a study in mice, confirmed in human samples, has shown that the brain has a surprising ally in its protection: the gut.
The Academy of Medical Sciences announces new Fellows for 2020
13 May 2020Six affiliates of the University of Cambridge are among 50 world-leading UK researchers who have been elected to the prestigious Fellowship of the Academy of Medical Sciences.
Teaching celebrated across the University
22 June 2017Thirteen Cambridge academics have been recognised for their outstanding teaching in the University's Pilkington Prizes.
