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New applied quantum initiative to advance research translation at Cambridge

Quantum technology research at the Cavendish Laboratory will benefit from a new collaboration with FormationQ, an independent platform for quantum adoption and application, to help speed translation of the University...

Telescopes at sunset with the words 'Richard Saunders (1953-2026)

Richard Saunders (1953-2026)

The telescopes and sky at night.

Interferometer array sees first light, and into the future

‘Death by a thousand cuts’: young galaxy ran out of fuel as black hole choked off supplies

Illustration of a topological exciton created by light and propagating along an organic polymer chain.

Excitons meet topology in organic materials

The Cambridge winning team

Cavendish Laboratory students to represent the UK at the International Physicists’ Tournament 2026

Conceptual engineering illustration of MOONS at the Very Large Telescope (Credit: UK-ATC)

UK’s largest astronomy instrument begins journey to Chile

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Experimental Physics Summer School

Are you passionate about experimental physics? Do you enjoy solving challenges, developing hands-on skills, and discussing ideas with like-minded students and researchers? If so, we invite you to apply for the Experimental Physics Summer School (EPSS), a four-week residential programme for undergraduates, held at the Cavendish Laboratory, University of Cambridge.

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Welcome to Lent Term 2026! Whether you are returning, starting fresh projects, teaching, studying, or just visiting the Cavendish Laboratory, we are excited to begin this new year together. Follow us on Instagram to see more snapshots from life at the Cavendish: our people, our spaces, and the stories that shape our community.