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Department of Pharmacology | University of Cambridge @phar.cam.ac.uk · 12h

Our Seminar Series returns this Friday, at 13:00!

Our first speaker will be Prof Tuomas Knowles, whose talk is on Protein Phase Transitions 🧪

More info here: bit.ly/3S4p4Ww

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Osteoarthritis and Cartilage Journal @oacjournal.bsky.social · 6d

#New in #OAC ! The sphingolipid sphingomyelin 34:1 is upregulated in the synovial fluid of those with OA. Work from @phar.cam.ac.uk shows that SM34:1 causes inflammatory pain in mice, inducing neuronal hyperexcitability.
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Department of Pharmacology | University of Cambridge @phar.cam.ac.uk · 1d

Study Opportunities: Unfunded/Self-funded Research Projects

Alongside funded studentships, the Department of Pharmacology's research groups also offer unfunded/self-funded research opportunities.

These projects are listed here: lnkd.in/e9fjRSK3

Department of Pharmacology | University of Cambridge @phar.cam.ac.uk · 6d

The Department has posted a range of new funded studentships on the Departmental website: www.phar.cam.ac.uk/postgraduate...

Please note that each studentship has an individual deadline, with the deadlines within 31 October - 2 December

#Studentship #Research #Phd

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Florian T. Merkle, PhD @florianmerkle.bsky.social · 12d

We're seeking a motivated postdoc to help us and NovoNordisk generate cutting-edge human cellular models of metabolic disease. For details & to apply (by 6th Oct), see: cam.ac.uk/jobs/researc.... If you think someone in your network might be interested, please share. Thank you!

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Department of Pharmacology | University of Cambridge @phar.cam.ac.uk · 13d

Apply now for the #MPhil in Therapeutic Sciences at the University of #Cambridge, starting Oct 2026!

1-year full-time course with a 6-month research placement, combining world-class academic & industry training.

Developed with the Cambridge Academy of Therapeutic Sciences.

🔗 bit.ly/3KdJrk9

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Janet Kumita @jrkumita.bsky.social · 15d

Super proud of Nora, our amazing PhD student, for being awarded a poster prize at the GBM Compact 2025 conference "Focus on Condensate Biology"!! Congrats to all the awardees! @phar.cam.ac.uk @lauraitzhaki.bsky.social

GBM (Gesellschaft für Biochemie und Molekularbiologie) @gbmev.bsky.social · 16d

The GBM Compact - Focus on Condensate Biology poster session has 5 winners: Miriam Linsenmeier (FEBS Open Bio award), Patrick McCall and Michal Kacper Bialobrzewski (sponsored by De Gruyter Brill). Two book vouchers from Wiley were awarded to Saskia Hutten and Nora Haanaes! Congratulations!

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MRC Toxicology Unit @mrc-tu.bsky.social · 16d

Members from the MRC Toxicology Unit, Department of Pharmacology and the Gurdon Institute took part in the Chariots of Fire event, a charity race that takes a scenic route through central Cambridge.

Read more about the event here: buff.ly/QgJr1DK

@phar.cam.ac.uk @gurdoninstitute.bsky.social

Twelve members from the MRC Toxicology Unit, Department of Pharmacology and Gurdon Institute standing in blue t-shirts with their race medals.

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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

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Department of Pharmacology | University of Cambridge @phar.cam.ac.uk · 20d

We are advertising for a Research Associate (Fixed Term) with the Merkle Group, to develop models of insulin and leptin resistance 💊

Apply here: www.phar.cam.ac.uk/jobs

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MRC Epidemiology Unit @mrcepid.bsky.social · 20d

At our next hybrid Bradford Hill Seminar, @dannydorling.bsky.social of the University of Oxford will discuss:

The politics of epidemiology and public health in the UK

📅 Wed 15 October, 1 PM (UK)

Register at buff.ly/wblZfOx

@dphpc.bsky.social @mrc-bsu.bsky.social @phgfoundation.bsky.social

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Department of Pharmacology | University of Cambridge @phar.cam.ac.uk · 28d

We have openings for Research Assistants and Research Associates in the following groups:

- Khaled Group
- Wilson Group
- Rahman Group

Apply here: www.phar.cam.ac.uk/jobs

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Department of Pharmacology | University of Cambridge @phar.cam.ac.uk · Aug 21

We have an opening for a Research Assistant with the Rahman Group

Opening closes on the 15 September

Apply here: www.phar.cam.ac.uk/jobs/researc...

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Department of Pharmacology | University of Cambridge @phar.cam.ac.uk · Aug 21

We have an opening for a Research Assistant with the Rahman Group

Opening closes on the 15 September

Apply here: www.phar.cam.ac.uk/jobs/researc...

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Janet Kumita @jrkumita.bsky.social · Aug 16

When my RA (Dr. Ellis Wilde) isn’t busy in the lab or chasing after a toddler, she is contributing new articles to @chemistryworld.com www.chemistryworld.com/news/molecul... Well done Ellis!! @phar.cam.ac.uk

Molecular motor stitches together catenane rings

The light-powered system produces interlocked rings, without the need for templating strategies

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Department of Pharmacology | University of Cambridge @phar.cam.ac.uk · Jul 15

Interested in cancer prevention and vaccine development?

Join the Khaled Group as a Research Assistant/Associate!

This role is a rare opportunity to contribute to cancer interception science, with strong translational potential.

Apply here: bit.ly/3OX6aR7

#Recruiting #Cambridge #HR #Research

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Janet Kumita @jrkumita.bsky.social · Aug 6

The Experience Postgrad Life Sciences programme 2025 is underway!! ❤️ So proud to be involved with this @cambridgebiosci.bsky.social @phar.cam.ac.uk

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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Simon Cook @drsimoncook.bsky.social · Aug 1

I am delighted by the award of £600,000 network grant to support the UK Proteostasis Network that @babrahaminst.bsky.social launched in 2024 with support from @phar.cam.ac.uk @mrc-tu.bsky.social Proteostasis is critical for lifelong health and to stave off disease - in humans, animals and plants

Babraham Institute @babrahaminst.bsky.social · Jul 31

Exciting news for @ukproteostasis.bsky.social and for #proteostasis researchers across the UK! Funding from BBSRC will support the development of the UK Proteostasis network, including:
- connecting & building the community to accelerate research
- supporting ECRs

www.babraham.ac.uk/news/2025/07...

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Babraham Institute @babrahaminst.bsky.social · Jul 31

Exciting news for @ukproteostasis.bsky.social and for #proteostasis researchers across the UK! Funding from BBSRC will support the development of the UK Proteostasis network, including:
- connecting & building the community to accelerate research
- supporting ECRs

www.babraham.ac.uk/news/2025/07...

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Janet Kumita @jrkumita.bsky.social · Jul 30

Join us THIS Friday for the next talks in our UK Biomolecular Condensate seminar series!! @luke-mathphys.bsky.social @physicsoflifeuk.bsky.social @phar.cam.ac.uk

Janet Kumita @jrkumita.bsky.social · Jul 21

Come join us for the next monthly on-line seminar (1st August, 1 pm GMT) aimed to connect the UK Biomolecular Condensate community (All are welcome to come and listen). @luke-mathphys.bsky.social @physicsoflifeuk.bsky.social @phar.cam.ac.uk

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Department of Pharmacology | University of Cambridge @phar.cam.ac.uk · Jul 28

Want some in-depth reading for the week ahead? 📖

We've once again compiled our recent publications (from May - July) for your reading pleasure!

Have a look at the list here - www.phar.cam.ac.uk/news/recent-...

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Cambridge Neuroscience @camneuro.bsky.social · Jul 25

🗓️Deadline NEXT FRIDAY (1st Aug) for the Poster Abstract Submission for the 8th Cam Neuro Symposium

🧠All neuroscience themes welcome!
🏅Don't miss out - generous prizes available!

📊Register and submit your abstract: bit.ly/46QQ1WG

More info: neuroscience.cam.ac.uk/camneuro-eve...

8th Cambridge Neuroscience Symposium - Interventions & Recovery

The 8th Cambridge Neuroscience Symposium – Interventions & Recovery is an international meeting, which will take place on September 10-11th 2025 at the West Road Concert Hall at the University of…

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Ewan St. John Smith @psalmotoxin.bsky.social · Jul 24

A good #PainResearch week for Lanhui Qiu in the lab. After being co-first author on our sphingomyelin paper www.oarsijournal.com/article/S106..., her sole first author paper examining the effects of artemin on mouse vs. naked mole-rat sensory neurons is out 😀 link.springer.com/article/10.1...

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Department of Pharmacology | University of Cambridge @phar.cam.ac.uk · Jul 23

We’re thrilled to share the success of our recent Aspiring Scientist Training Programme! Last week, we’ve welcomed six students who integrated into the Department.

They dove into hands-on experiments, inspiring talks, and real-world research experiences 🚀🔬

Read more here: bit.ly/40xsu9y

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Janet Kumita @jrkumita.bsky.social · Jul 21

Come join us for the next monthly on-line seminar (1st August, 1 pm GMT) aimed to connect the UK Biomolecular Condensate community (All are welcome to come and listen). @luke-mathphys.bsky.social @physicsoflifeuk.bsky.social @phar.cam.ac.uk

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