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School of Biological Sciences
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The official BlueSky account for the University of Cambridge, School of Biological Sciences, home to animal, human, plant, and microbial science. 🔗 https://www.bio.cam.ac.uk/
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School of Biological Sciences @cambridgebiosci.bsky.social · Nov 29
Hello BlueSky 👋

We are the School of Biological Sciences at the University of Cambridge. Follow us for updates on research, education and to learn more about our community!

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School of Biological Sciences @cambridgebiosci.bsky.social · 1d
Meet our Reproduction, Development and Lifelong Health Theme Leads. New Lead Sumru shares her hopes for the Theme. Learn more on our website: www.bio.cam.ac.uk

@gurdoninstitute.bsky.social @geneticscam.bsky.social @pdncambridge.bsky.social @scicambridge.bsky.social
Teal graphic with white Reproduction, Development and Lifelong Health logo (three people behind health cross). Headshots of Theme Leads Sumru Bayin, Alex Cagan, Amanda Sferruzzi-Perri, Mekayla Storer. Quote from Dr Sumru Bayin says: 'As Theme Leads, we look forward to enabling new connections that inspire transformative interdisciplinary research. Building on my experience with the Complex Tissue Regeneration Grand Challenge, I aim to uncover new synergies and unlock new opportunities across the School of Biological Sciences.'
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School of Biological Sciences @cambridgebiosci.bsky.social · 7d
Say hello to our wonderful Infection and Immunity Research Theme Leads! New Lead Nerea shares some thoughts on the plans for the Theme moving forward. #BiologicalSciences
@cambiochem.bsky.social @camvetschool.bsky.social @campathology.bsky.social
Orange graphic with white Infection and Immunity logo (shield containing a cross, next to virus). Headshots of Theme Leads Cinzia Cantacessi, Brian Ferguson, Nerea Irigoyen, Jeanne Salje and Lucy Weinert. Quote from Dr Nerea Irigoyen reads 'As Infection and Immunity Research Theme Leads, we aim to unite diverse scientists to enable pioneering breakthroughs in disease biology and global health. An area of focus is Changing Pathogens in a Changing World, through which our interdisciplinary research will transform understanding, drive therapeutic innovation, and safeguard human and animal health for future generations.'
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School of Biological Sciences @cambridgebiosci.bsky.social · 12d
We're reintroducing the leadership team for our Organisms, Evolution and Planetary Resilience Research Theme. New lead Christine reflects on their goals for the Themes
@camplantsci.bsky.social @camzoology.bsky.social #BiologicalSciences
Green graphic with white Organisms Evolution and Planetary Resilience logo (a plant, a finch, and a cell, all in hexagons). Headshots of Theme Leads Adrian Baez-Ortega, Sebastian Eves-van den Akker, Christine Miller. Quote from Professor Christine Miller reads 'As Theme leads we are eager to foster collaborations across traditional Departmental boundaries to strengthen research in Organisms, Evolution and Planetary Resilience, and to build a research culture that is inclusive and supportive.'
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School of Biological Sciences @cambridgebiosci.bsky.social · 13d
Unlock your potential with a Master's at the University of Cambridge! 🔬 Our MPhil in Biological Sciences offers a unique opportunity for cutting-edge, lab-based research at a world-leading institution.

Explore and apply: www.mphil.bio.cam.ac.uk

#Cambridge #BiologicalSciences #Postgraduate
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School of Biological Sciences @cambridgebiosci.bsky.social · 15d
Today meet the leadership team for our Neuroscience, Psychology and Behaviour Research Theme! New lead Lucy tells us her thoughts on the Research Themes - find out more bio.cam.ac.uk #BiologicalSciences
@phar.cam.ac.uk @pdncambridge.bsky.social @campsydept.bsky.social @camzoology.bsky.social
Purple graphic with Neuroscience, Psychology and Beavhiour logo (profile of a head containg purple neurons). Headshots of Theme Leads Riccardo Beltramo, David Bulmer, Lucy Cheke, Hannah Clarke and Iris Hardege. Quote from Lucy Cheke: Cambridge produces world leading research addressing some of the most fundamental questions of modern science - but it also a large institution where individual researchers can find themselves looking for collaborations. The Themes are an amazing way to bring together people working on complementary topics to create value, discoveries and impact beyond what each of us can achieve alone - and they do so through friendly, fun and social interaction.
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Adria LeBoeuf @adriatica.bsky.social · 18d
If you are from the US and interested in applying for a PhD with me (or anyone else @camzoology.bsky.social @cambridgebiosci.bsky.social), your deadline for the gates scholarship is October 15!
(You’ll need to write a research proposal, so contact PIs now) www.gatescambridge.org/programme/th...
Postgraduate Cambridge University Scholarship | Gates Cambridge
A fully funded graduate education for future leaders committed to improving the lives of others.
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School of Biological Sciences @cambridgebiosci.bsky.social · 21d
Our 2025 Experience Postgrad Life Sciences cohort wrapped up the programme with brilliant presentations at our final symposium, followed by a celebratory dinner at Corpus Christi College.

Thank you to our partner @corpuscambridge.bsky.social, the @BBSRC, and all our programme supporters!
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School of Biological Sciences @cambridgebiosci.bsky.social · 21d
We’re excited to re-introduce the academic leads for our Molecules and Cells Research Theme! Hear from new Theme Lead Marc about what the Research Themes mean to him.

Find out more bio.cam.ac.uk 
#BiologicalSciences @scicambridge.bsky.social @cambiochem.bsky.social @mrc-tu.bsky.social
Red graphic with molecules and cells logo (DNA and hexagonal molecule). Headshots of Theme Leads Maria Alcolea, Kathryn Lilley, Marc de la Roche, James Thaventhiran. Quote from Marc de la Roche: The Theme activities offer an excellent platform for cultivating interdisciplinary collaborations essential for tackling complex and important research questions. These collaborations foster innovative new approaches to longstanding problems and support the acquisition of funding for high-impact research programmes and training opportunities for the next generation of researchers.
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School of Biological Sciences @cambridgebiosci.bsky.social · 28d
The Scholars from all 5 European Amgen Programmes attended their end-of-programme symposium last week, hosted in Clare College, Cambridge.

This international event included scholar posters, academia and industry speakers, workshops, networking, and – of course – punting!

#AmgenScholars #Symposium
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School of Biological Sciences @cambridgebiosci.bsky.social · Sep 4
New article out now!

Our researchers @sumrubayin.bsky.social, @bensteventon.bsky.social, and @storerlab.bsky.social share key takeaways from a workshop on complex tissue regeneration, highlighting the need for more collaboration and interdisciplinary work.

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Building and rebuilding complex tissues: strategic visions from a research-led workshop
ABSTRACT. How complex tissues develop and regenerate post-injury is one of the most fascinating and important processes in biology. Recent technical advances that enable the generation of a quantitati...
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Cambridge Psychology Department @campsydept.bsky.social · Aug 13
🎙️Lunch-break podcast idea!
Catch Dr Amy Milton on #BBC #Radio4 very own The Curious Cases of Rutherford & Fry—exploring all things memory from consolidation to implanted memories 🧠✨

🎧Listen now: bbc.co.uk/programmes/m...
#Psychology #Neuroscience #Memory #BBCSounds @cambridgebiosci.bsky.social
BBC Radio 4 - Curious Cases, Series 23, Memory Swap
Hannah Fry and Dara Ó Briain probe the science of memory.
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School of Biological Sciences @cambridgebiosci.bsky.social · Aug 12
Our Amgen Scholars are over halfway through their summer programme doing lab projects at Cambridge. Outside of the lab, the group have also been enjoying a social programme including meeting with Programme alumni, and a day trip to Oxford.
Group of students, smiling, stood in front of the Sheldonian Theatre, Oxford Amgen scholars, smiling, sat round table eating lunch.
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MRC Toxicology Unit @mrc-tu.bsky.social · Aug 8
With the news of cuts to mRNA vaccine development in the US, Unit Director Anne Willis joined Marnie Chesterton yesterday to discuss the evidence behind vaccines.

Listen to the BBC inside science episode here: buff.ly/deJ4NZf
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Sumru Bayin @sumrubayin.bsky.social · Aug 7
Excited to share our reflections on our workshop last summer @bensteventon.bsky.social @storerlab.bsky.social
We are grateful to all the attendees & @isrbio.bsky.social @bsdb.bsky.social @cambridgebiosci.bsky.social for their support.

journals.biologists.com/dev/article/...
Building and rebuilding complex tissues: strategic visions from a research-led workshop
ABSTRACT. How complex tissues develop and regenerate post-injury is one of the most fascinating and important processes in biology. Recent technical advances that enable the generation of a quantitati...
journals.biologists.com
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School of Biological Sciences @cambridgebiosci.bsky.social · Aug 6
We are delighted to welcome summer students to the Experience Postgrad Life Sciences programme!

The group met the 2025 interns from various university summer programmes at an event hosted by Corpus Christi College.

Read more about the programme: www.cam.ac.uk/stories/expe...
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School of Biological Sciences @cambridgebiosci.bsky.social · Jul 15
📣 Calling all researchers interested in the gut-immune-brain axis!

Join us for the UK GIBA Network+ launch event 👇
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UK GIBA Network+ @ukgibanetwork.bsky.social · Jul 14
Are you interested in the gut-immune-brain axis (GIBA)? 🧠🔬

Researchers and stakeholders from all disciplines and backgrounds are invited to join the launch event for our UK GIBA Network+.

📅 Monday 22nd September
📍 Southampton Harbour Hotel
Book here: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/uk-giba-ne...
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School of Biological Sciences @cambridgebiosci.bsky.social · Jul 10
Understanding women’s biology is key to improving lifelong health and supporting the health of future generations. Our scientists are working across disciplines to drive crucial advancements in women’s health.

Find out more about our research: www.cam.ac.uk/stories/putt...
Putting women’s health in the spotlight
Cambridge researchers are working to undo a longstanding male bias in health research, to help drive more effective healthcare for all.
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University of Cambridge @cam.ac.uk · Jul 9
Why is a woman 50% more likely than a man to get the wrong initial diagnosis for a heart attack?

For centuries, women were excluded from health research – fluctuating #hormones believed to complicate results.

@cambridgebiosci.bsky.social researchers are working to drive change 👉 bit.ly/44rtQ6J
Putting women’s health in the spotlight
Cambridge researchers are working to undo a longstanding male bias in health research, to help drive more effective healthcare for all.
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Jon Simons @jonsimons.bsky.social · Jul 2
I'm proud that @cambridgebiosci.bsky.social is leading the way in advancing our understanding of the fundamental mechanisms of women's biology, which is essential to improving lifelong health and supporting intergenerational health outcomes
Putting women’s health in the spotlight
Cambridge researchers are working to undo a longstanding male bias in health research, to help drive more effective healthcare for all.
www.cam.ac.uk
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Department of Plant Sciences Cambridge @camplantsci.bsky.social · Jul 1
Congratulations to Professor Julian Hibberd on his election to the @embo.org announced today!

tinyurl.com/4b3mnsru

@cambridgebiosci.bsky.social @cam.ac.uk @jmhibberd.bsky.social 🧪#PlantSci
Professor Julian Hibberd in the Department of Plant Science library. Photo by Andrew Benton.
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Department of Genetics, University of Cambridge @geneticscam.bsky.social · Jun 30
Incredible images created by our scientists using advanced microscopes are helping to drive biological discovery 🔬

Read more about our Microscopy Bioscience Platform⬇️
www.cam.ac.uk/stories/camb...

@cambridgebiosci.bsky.social
📸 @alexneaverson.bsky.social
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School of Biological Sciences @cambridgebiosci.bsky.social · Jun 26
Discover cutting-edge microscope technologies at Cambridge!

Learn how the Microscopy Bioscience Platform is enabling scientists to drive innovative biological breakthroughs.

👉 www.cam.ac.uk/stories/camb...

#Microscopy #BiologicalSciences #Cambridge
Taking a closer look at life
Incredible images created by our scientists using advanced microscopes are helping to drive biological discovery
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School of Biological Sciences @cambridgebiosci.bsky.social · Jun 17
We’re thrilled to see six ERC Advanced Grants awarded to our talented researchers, supporting groundbreaking research in the biological sciences! Congratulations to all!

Read more about the grants: www.cam.ac.uk/research/new...
Cambridge researchers awarded Advanced Grants from the European Research Council
Eleven senior researchers at the University of Cambridge have been awarded Advanced Grants from the European Research Council – the highest number of grants
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Department of Zoology, University of Cambridge @camzoology.bsky.social · May 20
🎉🏆🏆🏆We're delighted to announce 3 new @royalsociety.org Fellows here in Zoology!

Dr Gregory Jefferis, Prof Claire Spottiswoode and Dr Marta Zlatic are all now FRS.

Many, many congratulations!

Read more: bit.ly/3H4rCCk
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School of Biological Sciences @cambridgebiosci.bsky.social · May 20
Launched in 2024, our Roving Researcher scheme helps scientists maintain momentum in the lab while taking medium- to long-term leave.

To mark its first year, we hosted an event in Cambridge, exploring successes, challenges, and future potential.

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Roving Researcher scheme: the benefits, challenges and looking ahead
The Roving Researcher scheme was launched in the School of Biological Sciences in March 2024. To celebrate its success over the last 12 months, we were pleased to host the first Roving Researcher
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