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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...
3 February 2026
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Richard Saunders (1953-2026)
It is with great sadness that we announce the recent death of Richard Saunders, a valued colleague whose work over several decades made a lasting impact on radio astronomy and...
26 January 2026
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Interferometer array sees first light, and into the future
The Magdalena Ridge Observatory Interferometer (MROI) achieves “First Fringes”, hitting a crucial benchmark for proof of concept. The Magdalena Ridge Observatory Interferometer is an ambitious astronomy installation developed by New...
19 January 2026
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‘Death by a thousand cuts’: young galaxy ran out of fuel as black hole choked off supplies
Astronomers have spotted one of the oldest ‘dead’ galaxies yet identified, and found that a growing supermassive black hole can slowly starve a galaxy rather than tear it apart.
12 January 2026
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Excitons meet topology in organic materials
Researchers uncover topological excitons with enhanced transport properties, paving the way for next-generation optoelectronic devices. “The Cavendish has a highly active research community seeking to understand and control excitons in...
7 January 2026
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Cavendish Laboratory students to represent the UK at the International Physicists’ Tournament 2026
A team of undergraduate students from the Cavendish Laboratory, won first place at the UK Physicists’ Tournament (UKPT) 2025, securing them a place in the next International Physicists’ Tournament (IPT),...
18 December 2025
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UK’s largest astronomy instrument begins journey to Chile
The University of Cambridge – through the Cavendish Laboratory, the Institute of Astronomy, and the Kavli Institute for Cosmology – has played a central role in the development of MOONS,...
9 December 2025
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200 millionth question attempted on University of Cambridge’s Isaac Science learning platform
Cambridge's Isaac Science learning platform – used by more than 3,000 schools across the UK each year – this week saw its 200 millionth question attempted by a student.
4 December 2025
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Scientists rule out fourth neutrino particle in search for new physics
UK scientists have played a key role in solving a neutrino mystery that has challenged researchers for decades.
4 December 2025