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University of Cambridge @cam.ac.uk · 2h

Cambridge has been ranked joint third in the world by the @timeshighered.bsky.social World University Rankings 2025 🎉

#THEunirankings #CambridgeUniversity #UniversityOfCambridge #Cambridge #Universities #HigherEducation #ApplyingToCambridge

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University of Cambridge @cam.ac.uk · 2h

For the first time, Cambridge scientists have seen the tiny protein clusters thought to 'trigger' #Parkinsons disease 🧠

Using a new imaging technique, this could reveal how the disease spreads – and how to treat it.

New #research from @chemistrycambridge.bsky.social https://bit.ly/42XlJyS 🧪

Parkinson’s ‘trigger’ directly observed in human brain tissue for the first time

Scientists have, for the first time, directly visualised and quantified the protein clusters believed to trigger Parkinson’s, marking a major advance in the

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University of Cambridge @cam.ac.uk · 22h

Matriculation moments ⭐

Can you spot yourself in these Matriculation photos at @trinityhallcamb.bsky.social, @pembroke1347.bsky.social, @peterhousecam.bsky.social and @stcatharines.bsky.social?

#Cambridge #CambridgeUniversity #UniversityOfCambridge

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University of Cambridge @cam.ac.uk · 1d

"The University of Cambridge is not just an academic powerhouse - it is one of our best hopes for a decade of innovation-led growth."

Read more about our role as an engine of innovation from Vice-Chancellor Prof Deborah Prentice in @telegraphnews.bsky.social 🔬🏛️
www.telegraph.co.uk/news/2025/10...

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University of Cambridge @cam.ac.uk · 1d

15,000 women a year with #BreastCancer could benefit from whole genome sequencing.

New #research from the Early Cancer Institute and @serenanikzainal.bsky.social

Read the full report: bit.ly/4o36Xi5

#Genomics #Cancer @cuh.nhs.uk 🧪

15,000 women a year with breast cancer could benefit from whole genome sequencing

Whole genome sequencing offered to breast cancer patients is likely to identify unique genetic features that could either guide immediate treatment or help

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University of Cambridge @cam.ac.uk · 1d

It is with great sadness that the University shares the news of the death of Professor Sir John Gurdon, founder of the @gurdoninstitute.bsky.social

Read our tribute to the visionary Nobel Laureate and watch an interview from 2012, just after he won: https://bit.ly/4mM8o3r

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Cavendish Laboratory @cambridgephysics.bsky.social · 1d

A proud moment🎉 Cavendish alumnus Prof John Clarke awarded the #NobelPrize2025, with Michel H. Devoret and John M. Martinis. They opened the door to quantum technologies based on superconducting qubits, putting quantum phenomena to work in real devices. buff.ly/lnm99ls

SLUGS invented by Paul Wraight and John Clarke

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Darwin College, University of Cambridge @darwincollegecam.bsky.social · 2d

Enormous congratulations to Darwin alumnus Professor John Clarke, who has been jointly awarded the Nobel Prize for Physics.

John joined Darwin in 1965, as one of our first PhD students. He became an Honorary Fellow in 2023.

www.darwin.cam.ac.uk/news/alumnus...

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University of Cambridge @cam.ac.uk · 2d

Congratulations to alumnus Prof John Clarke, who has been jointly awarded The Nobel Prize in #Physics – making this Cambridge's 126th Nobel win 🏆 👏

Read about his work and his long connection with Cambridge:
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#Science @cambridgephysics.bsky.social @darwincollegecam.bsky.social

Cambridge alumnus awarded 2025 Nobel Prize in Physics

University of Cambridge alumnus Professor John Clarke has been awarded the 2025 Nobel Prize in Physics, jointly with Michel H. Devoret and John M. Martinis,

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University of Cambridge @cam.ac.uk · 2d

Scientists have found that a bacteria common in probiotic drinks can help prevent #pregnancy complications 🤰

New #research from @pdncambridge.bsky.social and @halllab.bsky.social Read: bit.ly/3IGIu3k

#reproduction @cambridgebiosci.bsky.social @cam-repro.bsky.social @unibirmingham.bsky.social 🧪

‘Good’ gut bacteria boosts placenta for healthier pregnancy

When Bifidobacterium breve, widely available in probiotic drinks, is present in the gut of pregnant females it boosts the placenta’s production of pregnancy

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University of Cambridge @cam.ac.uk · 4d

Massive congratulations to the Cambridge rowers who won gold at the 2025 World Rowing Championships!🏅

Get all the details: https://cubc.org.uk/2025/09/29/world-champions-cambridge-four-lead-the-charge-at-the-2025-world-rowing-championships/

World Champions! “Cambridge Four” Lead the Charge at the 2025 World Rowing Championships

A week of fantastic racing proved golden for Cambridge at the 2025 World Rowing Championships in Shanghai, China, with three alumni and one current trialist crowned champions, along with a slate of...

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University of Cambridge @cam.ac.uk · 5d

Wonderful! Thank you so much!

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University of Cambridge @cam.ac.uk · 5d

@selwyn1882.bsky.social - apologies for the error!

University of Cambridge @cam.ac.uk · 6d

Congratulations to Dame Sarah Mullally on becoming the first woman Archbishop of Canterbury.

Dame Sarah was in Cambridge to install the new Master of Selwyn College @@selwyn1882.bsky.social, Suzanne Raine @suzanneraine.bsky.social, yesterday evening.

📸 Nigel Cooper

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Hughes Hall, University of Cambridge @hugheshall.bsky.social · 6d

At Hughes Hall we mark Black History Month in many ways across our community.

A celebratory Formal Hall, inspiring display, and a student-led events programme provide a range of social and stimulating opportunities for all.🌟

Learn more and get involved⬇️
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BHM25: What’s on at Hughes - Hughes Hall

At Hughes Hall we mark Black History Month in many ways across our community. A celebratory Formal Hall, inspiring display, and a student-led events programme provide a range of social and…

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University of Cambridge @cam.ac.uk · 6d

Join us for an inspiring #BlackHistoryMonth of talks, formals, art and tours from @malikalnasir.bsky.social @cambridgebah.bsky.social @@stcatharines.bsky.social @homertoncollege.bsky.social @hugheshall.bsky.social and more.

See what's on https://bit.ly/4pRbfLo

Marking achievements and ambitions as part of Black History Month at Cambridge

October brings a new academic year but it also offers the opportunity to celebrate Black talent. A number of events and activities are being staged around the

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University of Cambridge @cam.ac.uk · 6d

Dear Dani, we are one of the world's top research-intensive universities. Please may we be added to your Science feed? You can see our latest research news here: www.cam.ac.uk/research

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University of Cambridge @cam.ac.uk · 6d

Dear Monica, please could we be added to the Science feed. You can find our latest research at: www.cam.ac.uk/research

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University of Cambridge @cam.ac.uk · 6d

This week, Vice-Chancellor Prof Deborah Prentice marked the start of the new academic year by giving her annual address to the University in the Senate House.

Watch the full video on YouTube 👉 https://youtu.be/AC-DShX4hi8

Vice-Chancellor Professor Deborah Prentice's annual address to the University of Cambridge – 2025

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Darwin College, University of Cambridge @darwincollegecam.bsky.social · 7d

We are deeply saddened to hear of the death of Dame Jane Goodall, Honorary Fellow and world-renowned conservationist.

The Master, Dr Mike Rands, said:

"The world has lost an uncompromising, passionate voice for nature."

www.darwin.cam.ac.uk/news/dame-ja...

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University of Cambridge @cam.ac.uk · 7d

We are deeply saddened to hear of the passing of Jane Goodall.

Jane was a much-loved member of the conservation community in Cambridge and worldwide. She completed her PhD at @darwincollegecam.bsky.social and was an Honorary Fellow at @newnhamcollege.bsky.social.

www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZIzR...

Jane Goodall - Finding our way to a better future

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University of Cambridge @cam.ac.uk · 7d

Vice-Chancellor Professor Deborah Prentice marked the start of the new academic year this morning by giving her annual address to the University in the Senate House

Watch the full video on YouTube 👉 https://youtu.be/AC-DShX4hi8

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University of Cambridge @cam.ac.uk · 8d

80 years ago, Gloria Carpenter arrived from Jamaica to begin her Law degree. Gloria would become Cambridge's first black female graduate in 1948.

Hear her story and how her legacy lives on, this #BlackHistoryMonth.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yG3CKuTQdEA

Meet Cambridge's first black female graduate | #WeAreCambridge

YouTube video by Cambridge University

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University of Cambridge @cam.ac.uk · 8d

Hands up if you're moving to Cambridge this week! ✋

Welcome to all our new students and staff, and welcome back to everyone who's already part of our wonderful Cambridge community.

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University of Cambridge @cam.ac.uk · 9d

Happy matriculation to all our new students 🌟

Matriculation is when students are formally admitted as members of the University.

Here are our new matriculants at @jesuscollegecam.bsky.social, wearing their formal gowns for the first time.

📸 Lloyd Mann

A group of students in gowns posing for their matriculation day photo at Jesus College, Cambridge.

A group of Jesus College students in academic robes in front of a brick building with ivy.

A closeup of some Jesus College students in academic robes, gathered for their matriculation day photo in front of a brick building with an arched entrance.

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