Features

The engineer preparing for lift-off

8 March 2017

University Lecturer Dr Jenni Sidey grew up inspired by Canada’s first female astronaut. Now she’s undergoing selection tests with the Canadian Space Agency to be an astronaut herself. She’s passionate about women and engineering — and fascinated by fire.

The man at the centre of the University

1 March 2017

He holds the keys to the Senate House and plays a vital part in the smooth running of a historic site at the heart of Cambridge. Launching a new series of features focusing on some of the people that contribute to life at the University, Andre...

EU Referendum: how the University will meet the challenges of Brexit

18 November 2016

The Vice-Chancellor, Professor Sir Leszek Borysiewicz, reflects on the result of June's referendum and reaffirms that Cambridge will maintain its position as a global leader in research and teaching.

Case study: changing attitudes to mental health and illness

14 June 2016

Since its launch last year, the Clinical School's Wellbeing Programme has heralded a culture change in attitudes to mental health and illness. Senior HR Adviser Caroline Newman explains how the programme is helping to dispel enduring myths about mental...

Spotlight on: the role of technicians

13 June 2016

Technicians have been a pivotal part of Cambridge's ground-breaking research for centuries, yet their work is largely invisible to the outside world. Some of these unsung heroes share their experiences.

Spotlight on: IT

5 February 2016

Information technology plays a vital role in today’s research, teaching and administration. The University’s Director of Information Services explains how Cambridge is shaping up.

Spotlight on: alternative meeting spaces

29 January 2016

Meeting space may be at a premium at the University but Cambridge has a cornucopia of cafes and open spaces that can be a great alternative to departments and colleges. Staff from across the University share some of their favorite spots.

Research focus: why Africa matters

16 October 2015

Every year, for the next five years, five African students will embark on PhDs at Cambridge as part of a new initiative under the Cambridge-Africa programme.

Chunky chips off the old block

2 October 2015

Beefed-up gargoyles take up their posts above Cambridge.

Caring for the carers

11 September 2015

Launched in 2013, the Returning Carers Scheme has helped dozens of Cambridge researchers get their research careers back on track. Geochemist Dr Alexandra Turchyn talks about the challenges of returning from maternity leave and why she credits the...