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Cambridge Digital Humanities @camdighum.bsky.social · 14d

Just a quick reminder that our first two virtual info sessions start tomorrow (25th) and there's still time to sign up 🖊️

Register for the MPhil session (2pm): www.cdh.cam.ac.uk/events/39967/

Register for the PhD session (3pm): www.cdh.cam.ac.uk/events/39969/

See you there!

Cambridge Digital Humanities @camdighum.bsky.social · 27d

We are delighted to share that applications for the MPhil and PhD in Digital Humanities at the University of Cambridge are now open 🥳

Join our virtual information sessions on 25 September and 24 November to find out more.

Read the full announcement: www.cdh.cam.ac.uk/about/news/p...

Key dates poster featuring image of four students conversing in a Cambridge University cafe. Copyright: University of Cambridge.

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Cambridge Digital Humanities @camdighum.bsky.social · 19d

LAST CHANCE TO APPLY:

🟢 Associate Professor/Professor of Digital Humanities: www.cdh.cam.ac.uk/about/news/n...

🟣 Postdoctoral Research Associate (AI and Creativity): www.cdh.cam.ac.uk/about/news/r...

Applications must be submitted no later that 23:59 BST on Sunday 21 September. Get cracking!

People study in the reading rooms of Cambridge University Library. Text overlaid reads: LAST CHANCE TO APPLY.

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Cambridge Digital Humanities @camdighum.bsky.social · 23d

CDH Basics are back for Cambridge staff and graduate students plus OOC-DTP students!

Join us on Tuesday afternoons to learn how to apply digital methods and use digital tools in your research.

Book sessions individually or take the whole course.

Register online:
www.cdh.cam.ac.uk/events/?type...

Poster featuring two participants at a desk conversing and smiling at one another with laptops in front of them.

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Cambridge Digital Humanities @camdighum.bsky.social · 27d

We are delighted to share that applications for the MPhil and PhD in Digital Humanities at the University of Cambridge are now open 🥳

Join our virtual information sessions on 25 September and 24 November to find out more.

Read the full announcement: www.cdh.cam.ac.uk/about/news/p...

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Ryan Heuser @heuser.bsky.social · 28d

ICYMI: We are hiring an Associate/Full Professor in Digital Humanities at @camdighum.bsky.social. App deadline Sep 21. The position is for Deputy Director of CDH, and eventually Director on rotational basis. Please circulate/apply and let me know if you have any Qs! www.cdh.cam.ac.uk/about/news/n...

Now Hiring: Associate Professor/Professor in Digital Humanities - CDH

Cambridge Digital Humanities (CDH) is currently recruiting for an Associate Professor/Professor in Digital Humanities from January 2026 or as soon as possible thereafter. The appointment may be made a...

www.cdh.cam.ac.uk

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Cambridge Digital Humanities @camdighum.bsky.social · Sep 8

We're thrilled to welcome our Social Data School participants, who join us today for a week of learning and collaboration!

Everyone is welcome to join the public event tomorrow evening with @somoamsterdam.bsky.social (tickets still available): www.cdh.cam.ac.uk/events/40071/

Investigating the Human and Environmental Impacts of Unbridled Corporate Power - CDH

A public event at the Cambridge Social Data School About SOMO speakers Lydia de Leeuw and Aintzane Márquez will discuss their work investigating the human and environmental impacts of unbridled corpor...

www.cdh.cam.ac.uk

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Ryan Heuser @heuser.bsky.social · Sep 6

FYI: We are hiring a 3-year research postdoc at @camdighum.bsky.social to study AI and the future of creativity. Application deadline Sep 21; more info below. Please circulate / apply! www.cdh.cam.ac.uk/about/news/r...

Now Hiring: Research Associate (Fixed Term) - CDH

Cambridge Digital Humanities (CDH) seeks to appoint a postdoctoral researcher in Digital Humanities. The post will run for three years from Spring 2026. The successful candidate will work with Profess...

www.cdh.cam.ac.uk

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Cambridge Digital Humanities @camdighum.bsky.social · Sep 4

Just over two weeks left to apply for this post - a rare opportunity where one position is open for application at two levels. Don't hesitate to take your shot!

Cambridge Digital Humanities @camdighum.bsky.social · Aug 4

We're looking for an Associate Professor/Professor who can
contribute to research and teaching at Cambridge Digital Humanities from January 2026 or as soon as possible thereafter.

This is a permanent role with a closing date of 21 September.

Apply now: www.cdh.cam.ac.uk/about/news/n...

Two University of Cambridge students are walking on the streets of central Cambridge. Copyright: University of Cambridge (June 2024)

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Cambridge Digital Humanities @camdighum.bsky.social · Sep 4

What can Glasgow teach us about ‘collaboration beyond boundaries’?

CDH Associate Andy Corrigan delivered a hybrid dérive at the @ukiedh.bsky.social annual event, inviting participants on a journey through the city.

Read more about the activity in this article: www.cdh.cam.ac.uk/about/news/c...

Collaboration Beyond Boundaries: A Hybrid Dérive - CDH

The Digital Humanities community gathered in Glasgow this June to explore the theme of Collaboration Beyond Boundaries or Co-obrachadh thar Chrìoch at the UK-Ireland Digital Humanities Association’s 2...

www.cdh.cam.ac.uk

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MORPHSS @morphss.bsky.social · Sep 1

Coming up this Thursday, 10-11am UK time.

Session details and booking link here: sheffield.ac.uk/openresearch...

MORPHSS @morphss.bsky.social · Aug 13

We're looking forward to introducing the MORPHSS project at #OpenFest25 on September 4th, in a session on "Building diverse open research networks & communities."

Sign up to hear more about our plans to surface & support open research practices in the humanities & social sciences - details below:

Open Research, University of Sheffield @openresshef.bsky.social · Jul 1

🔊Registration is NOW OPEN for OpenFest 2025, the annual open research event led by Sheffield & Sheffield Hallam unis.

2nd-5th September - all welcome.

This year's theme is Open Research & Equity, Equality, Diversity & Inclusion - in all the meanings of those terms.

More details and registration:⬇️

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Cambridge Digital Humanities @camdighum.bsky.social · Sep 2

Congratulations to @samuelmoore.org on the publication of his monograph!

Samuel Moore @samuelmoore.org · Aug 26

Received the print copy of my book (out next week!). Obligatory shot with @theul.bsky.social in the background.

A copy of a book in front of Cambridge university library.

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Cambridge Digital Humanities @camdighum.bsky.social · Aug 19

Hear Lydia de Leeuw and Aintzane Márquez from @somoamsterdam.bsky.social discuss the human and environmental impacts of unbridled corporate power at our Social Data School public event.

🗓️ Tuesday 9 September, 17:30 (BST)
📍 Alison Richard Building, Sidgwick Site
🔗 www.cdh.cam.ac.uk/events/40071/

Poster with photo of protest sign that says 'planet over profit'.

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Cambridge Digital Humanities @camdighum.bsky.social · Aug 19

Hear Lydia de Leeuw and Aintzane Márquez from @somoamsterdam.bsky.social discuss the human and environmental impacts of unbridled corporate power at our Social Data School public event.

🗓️ Tuesday 9 September, 17:30 (BST)
📍 Alison Richard Building, Sidgwick Site
🔗 www.cdh.cam.ac.uk/events/40071/

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Cambridge Digital Humanities @camdighum.bsky.social · Aug 13

Another job opportunity at CDH, commencing Spring 2026 📣

We're seeking to appoint a postdoctoral researcher to collaborate on projects exploring AI and the future of creativity.

Researchers in DH and cognate subjects are encouraged to apply by 21 September: www.cdh.cam.ac.uk/about/news/r...

Job poster with photograph of Cambridge University Library reading rooms.

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Cambridge Digital Humanities @camdighum.bsky.social · Aug 13

Another job opportunity at CDH, commencing Spring 2026 📣

We're seeking to appoint a postdoctoral researcher to collaborate on projects exploring AI and the future of creativity.

Researchers in DH and cognate subjects are encouraged to apply by 21 September: www.cdh.cam.ac.uk/about/news/r...

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Cambridge Digital Humanities @camdighum.bsky.social · Aug 12

Applicants wishing to hold a Leverhulme Early Career Fellowship at CDH or @crasshlive.bsky.social should submit their application by 12:00 noon on Friday 24 October 2025.

Find out more: www.crassh.cam.ac.uk/research/fel...

Leverhulme Trust Early Career Fellowship - CRASSH

Applicants should pursue projects that are innovative in their approach and may fit better at CRASSH than elsewhere at Cambridge University.

www.crassh.cam.ac.uk

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Cambridge Digital Humanities @camdighum.bsky.social · Aug 4

We're looking for an Associate Professor/Professor who can
contribute to research and teaching at Cambridge Digital Humanities from January 2026 or as soon as possible thereafter.

This is a permanent role with a closing date of 21 September.

Apply now: www.cdh.cam.ac.uk/about/news/n...

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Cambridge Digital Humanities @camdighum.bsky.social · Jul 23

Not long left now ⏳

Do you want to apply for a BA postdoc fellowship in one of the areas of Digital Humanities listed below? CDH may be the place for you!

Fill in our internal selection form and send to us at [email protected] by 5pm this Sunday

Full details at the link below ⬇️

Cambridge Digital Humanities @camdighum.bsky.social · Jul 2

We welcome proposals for the @britishacademy.bsky.social Postdoctoral Fellowships in the following areas:

🟢 Literature and Digital Humanities

🟢 DH-based research engaging with GLAM

🟢 Creativity

Apply by 27 July to be considered for internal selection: www.cdh.cam.ac.uk/about/news/c...

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Cambridge Digital Humanities @camdighum.bsky.social · Jul 17

The Medieval Ideas Creative Lab is looking for digital artists to create new ways of engaging with the Middle Ages and medieval collections in Cambridge.

Read more about this opportunity on our website: www.cdh.cam.ac.uk/about/news/m...

Medieval Ideas Creative Lab: Digital Artists’ Bursaries - CDH

Cambridge Digital Humanities will offer technical support to recipients of the Medieval Ideas Creative Lab's Digital Artist Bursaries. The Medieval Ideas Creative Lab Digital Artists’ Bursaries offers...

www.cdh.cam.ac.uk

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Cambridge Digital Humanities @camdighum.bsky.social · Jul 17

10 days left to apply ⬇️

Cambridge Digital Humanities @camdighum.bsky.social · Jul 2

We welcome proposals for the @britishacademy.bsky.social Postdoctoral Fellowships in the following areas:

🟢 Literature and Digital Humanities

🟢 DH-based research engaging with GLAM

🟢 Creativity

Apply by 27 July to be considered for internal selection: www.cdh.cam.ac.uk/about/news/c...

Cambridge Digital Humanities @camdighum.bsky.social · Jul 14

Gain teaching experience and access a supportive platform for sharing research, approaches and critical perspectives as a CDH Methods Fellow in the 2025-26 academic year.

Deadline: 16 July

Apply online: www.cdh.cam.ac.uk/learning/met...

Methods Fellowships 2025/26 - CDH

www.cdh.cam.ac.uk

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Cambridge Digital Humanities @camdighum.bsky.social · Jul 14

Sonia is a key member of our first 'official' cohort of CDH PhD students. Read about her fascinating research and journey to Cambridge below ⬇️

Gates Cambridge @gatescambridge.bsky.social · Jul 10

Sonia Fereidooni on her PhD in the Digital Humanities on big tech's involvement in defence and surveillance - www.gatescambridge.org/about/news/i...

@fereidooni.bsky.social @stjohnscollege.bsky.social @camdighum.bsky.social @gatesfoundation.bsky.social

#gatescambridge25 #digitalhumanities

Investigating big tech’s role in defence and surveillance - Gates Cambridge

Sonia Fereidooni speaks about her path to a PhD in the Digital Humanities, focused on big tech's involvement in defence and surveillance

www.gatescambridge.org

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Cambridge Digital Humanities @camdighum.bsky.social · Jul 7

It's a big birthday for @crasshlive.bsky.social next year 🎂

Get involved below ⬇️

CRASSH @crasshlive.bsky.social · Jul 2

💥 CRASSH at 25!
Be part of our 2026 anniversary programme!

Submit your ideas in response to our anniversary open calls for a special annual lecture and a series of funded half-day events on the theme of
'Knowledge in a Fractured World'
buff.ly/MdzMVzX

CRASSH at 25! Anniversary open calls, submit your ideas on the theme of 'Knowledge in a Fractured World'.

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Samuel Moore @samuelmoore.org · Jul 2

Call for proposals: British Academy Postdoctoral Fellowships @camdighum.bsky.social

www.cdh.cam.ac.uk/about/news/c...

Call for proposals: British Academy Postdoctoral Fellowships - CDH

Cambridge Digital Humanities (CDH) at the University of Cambridge is inviting proposals for the next round of British Academy Postdoctoral Fellowships. The British Academy Postdoctoral Fellowship offe...

www.cdh.cam.ac.uk

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Cambridge Digital Humanities @camdighum.bsky.social · Jul 2

We welcome proposals for the @britishacademy.bsky.social Postdoctoral Fellowships in the following areas:

🟢 Literature and Digital Humanities

🟢 DH-based research engaging with GLAM

🟢 Creativity

Apply by 27 July to be considered for internal selection: www.cdh.cam.ac.uk/about/news/c...

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