A lack of sex slowed the pace of evolution to a crawl for millions of years, until competition and the development of sexual reproduction got evolution going again. New research from @camzoology.bsky.social 👇 https://bit.ly/3SAKQVO

UK AI takes a leap forward. Zenith – the UK’s largest AI supercomputer – launches at Cambridge, alongside a new Sovereign AI Innovation Lab. From transforming cancer care to fusion energy, collaboration and investment will unlock huge progress in meeting some of the world's greatest challenges.

Congratulations to Cambridge researchers Prof Vasily Belokurov @cambridgeastro.bsky.social and Prof Christine Holt @pdncambridge.bsky.social on being awarded the 2026 #KavliPrize 👏 Read more about their achievements 👉 https://bit.ly/4a9KoUL @kavliprize.bsky.social

How can higher education thrive through equity, belonging and student success? Dr Jummy Okoya from the University of East London will focus on race and intersectionality for this year's Gloria Carpenter Lecture – free and open to all. Book your free tickets 👉 https://bit.ly/3RSCI2Q

Is SpaceX the East India Company of low Earth orbit? 🚀⛵ SpaceX now launches around 75% of everything humanity sends into space. Economist @terzibus.bsky.social argues that this dominance of a frontier market has a lot in common with colonial-era corporations 👇 https://bit.ly/4uXvRUt

Do you have questions about postgraduate study at Cambridge? 🙋 Our postgraduate international Q&A webinar series explores the ins and outs of applying for a postgraduate degree at Cambridge, with dedicated time to answer your burning questions. Register today: https://bit.ly/439Honp

We're delighted to top the Complete University Guide rankings for the 4th year running and score highest in 28 subject areas 🎉

Today is #WorldEnvironmentDay 🌏 and we are extending an invitation to come to the University of Cambridge and hear about the state of Planetary Health from a global expert Professor Tan Sri Dr Jemilah Mahmood. 🔗https://buytickets.at/cambridgezero/2218130 #NowForClimate #CambridgeZero

A Cambridge team has used virus surveillance data and AI to design a ‘super antigen’. This can create a universal vaccine that provides lasting protection against a broad range of viruses like coronavirus, potentially preventing future pandemics before they begin. Read more: https://bit.ly/4ekGSsU

A special day for women’s cricket is coming to Cambridge this month 🏏 Come and watch the Afghan Refugee Women’s cricket team at Fenner’s on Saturday 27 June as they take on UK Armed Forces Women and Cambridge University Cricket Club Women in two T20 matches. Get your free tickets 👇 bit.ly/4erig0H

Graphene has long been called a ‘wonder material’ – now it's starting to live up to the hype. @paragrafgr.bsky.social founder Simon Thomas explains how the Cambridge spinout is turning graphene's potential into real-world breakthroughs, from quantum computing to healthcare. Read more 👇

Vice-Chancellor, Professor Deborah Prentice, warmly welcomes the Government's announcement of a new Development Corporation that will work with local partners across Greater Cambridge. Learn more here: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/greater-cambridge-gets-regeneration-body-to-accelerate-growth

Happy World Bicycle Day! 🚲 Cambridge is often known as the cycling capital of the UK, with over 50% of people riding a bike every week. What's your favourite part of Cambridge to explore on two wheels? 🚴 #WorldBicycleDay #CambridgeUniversity #Cambridge

How can a robot fish help explain the origins of walking? 🤖🐟 Researchers @eng.cam.ac.uk have built a fish-like robot to study how some fish move on land, shedding light on how early vertebrates may have evolved walking hundreds of millions of years ago. Find out more: https://bit.ly/4o5NMWb

The University of Cambridge was delighted to welcome US Ambassador to the UK, Warren A. Stephens, on 29 May. During his visit, he met with Vice-Chancellor Prof Deborah Prentice and delivered opening remarks at The United States of America at 250. Read more: bit.ly/4uO0Oua 📸 US Embassy to the UK

Completed in 1730, Senate House has long been at the heart of University ceremonies and celebrations ❤️ Today, it’s the home of our graduations, where generations of Cambridge students have marked the end of one chapter and the beginning of another 🎓 What’s your favourite memory from Senate House?

Sunshine and blue skies at the entrance to @girtoncollege.bsky.social ☀️ Where in Cambridge are you soaking up the sunshine today? 📸 Lloyd Mann #CambridgeUniversity #Cambridge

What are the alternatives to social media bans for children? 📱 Social psychologist @profsanderlinden.bsky.social, opposes social media bans believing there are more nuanced alternatives that can help children build digital skills to stay safe online. Full video: https://youtu.be/Y4RUNJVFx68

Congratulations to our 7 researchers announced today who have been elected to the @royalsociety.org 2026 Fellowship! 🎉 Meet the Cambridge Fellows, recognised for their exceptional contributions to their respective fields 👉 https://bit.ly/4ugUXMZ

Can AI fairly mark university essays? 🤖 Not yet, says research by @campsydept.bsky.social, Institute for Technology and Humanity and @ai.cam.ac.uk Frontier AI systems matched human examiners about half the time, rewarding writing style over academic substance. Read more: https://bit.ly/49fqN4U

Did you know that Trinity College's Great Court is the largest enclosed court in Cambridge? 🏰 If you look closely at the Great Gate, you’ll spot a statue of King Henry VIII holding a chair leg instead of a sceptre – the result of a famous student prank still visible today! 📸 Lloyd Mann

Congratulations to everyone who graduated this week! 🧑‍🎓🎉 Now that you're part of our #CambridgeAlumni community, bookmark the alumni website to find other alumni, take advantage of benefits and keep up with the latest Cambridge news at https://alumni.cam.ac.uk 📸 Nick Saffell

Emmanuel College's chapel has quite a special claim to fame ⛪ Consecrated in 1677, it's one of only three buildings in Cambridge designed by renowned architect Sir Christopher Wren 🙏 What’s your favourite chapel in Cambridge? 📸 Lloyd Mann

Could fungi help grow rice more sustainably? 🍚 At the Crop Science Centre, Cambridge researcher Dr Emily Servante is working with Tilda and basmati farmers in India to develop a more environmentally friendly way of growing rice. Find out more: https://bit.ly/4dCvKWS 📸 Studio Charuau

Looking for a fresh start this May? Discover opportunities at the University of Cambridge and our Colleges 🧑‍🏫🧑‍💻👩‍💼 Explore more than 170 of our academic, research and professorial vacancies on our jobs page: https://bit.ly/42Lm08d #Jobs #Hiring #CambridgeUniversity

Cambridge has a new Guinness World Record holder 🏅 @eng.cam.ac.uk @queens.cam.ac.uk student James Goh spun a tungsten fidget spinner on one finger for 30 minutes and 34.54 seconds! That's nearly 5 minutes longer than the previous record and around 20 times longer than a standard spinner 💫

Congratulations to our 7 researchers announced today who have been elected to the Academy of Medical Sciences @acmedsci.bsky.social Fellowship! 🎉 Meet the Cambridge Fellows, recognised for their exceptional contributions to the biomedical and health sciences 👉 https://bit.ly/3PhiizD

One-third of our food depends on bees, yet their world is collapsing 🐝 Professor Mark Brown, Director of the Museum of Zoology at @camzoology.bsky.social, reveals the stressful lives of our pollinators who are beset by diseases, pesticides, and parasites. Discover more 👉 https://bit.ly/4ny4rkW

250 years on, what is the legacy of the US Declaration of Independence? Everyone is welcome at this free event bringing together leading scholars, journalists, artists and politicians. https://www.philanthropy.cam.ac.uk/story/the-united-states-of-america-at-250

Thinking about postgraduate study at Cambridge as an international student? 🤔 Our international postgraduate funding webinar series uncovers our scholarships and awards available to international students. Join the session in your time zone! ⏰ Register today 👉 https://bit.ly/4eNxrTz

Chilling out in Main Court 🍦 Students, staff and Fellows enjoyed free gelato and quality time together at @stcatharines.bsky.social this week. 📸 Lloyd Mann

Fear public speaking? @drchrismacdonald.bsky.social has a solution 💡 His free training platform uses VR, AI and neuroscience to help people overcome speaking anxiety – and is now being used in over 100 countries. Learn more about his drive to make the world a better place 👇 https://bit.ly/4nuSWL1

Cambridge rises to morning melodies 🎶 Early this morning, over 100 people gathered to hear the Choir of @christscollegecam.bsky.social sing from the rooftops for Ascension Day. Ascension Day is a long-standing Christian tradition celebrating Christ's ascension into heaven, 40 days after Easter.

How can you get the most out of a Cambridge Open Day? 🤔 This year's Open Days take place on 9 and 10 July 📆 To guarantee your place, book now: https://bit.ly/4wswdmT #CambridgeUniversity #OpenDays

‘30x30’ is a global target to protect 30% of the world’s land and seas by 2030 – but achieving it could directly affect almost half the planet’s population. Researchers at Cambridge say supporting people who live near protected sites is vital for success. Read more: https://bit.ly/3PbAMBv

Stressed about exams, an interview, or an upcoming game? 😐 Dr Hannah Critchlow from @magdalenecollege.bsky.social says that we do need a little bit of stress in order to grow, but too much can be harmful. Hannah studies the 21st century human brain and shares advice on striking the right balance.

1 in 2 of us will be affected by #dementia. Our ALBORADA Drug Discovery Institute is dedicated to finding better treatments for #Alzheimer's disease and other neurodegenerative diseases. Discover why mice are vital in dementia research 👉 https://bit.ly/455tX8j

Happy International Women in Mathematics Day 🔢👩‍🎓 Today we’re celebrating our Mathematics students as they talk belonging, community and what they wish they could tell their teenage selves 👩‍🏫 Discover more about studying Maths at Cambridge 👉 https://bit.ly/4d43MEj

Did you know the story of modern football began in Cambridge? ⚽ Cambridge University, Cambridge United FC and @camcitco.bsky.social recently came together to celebrate footballing history, and a shared commitment to community, inclusion and participation in sport. Read more: https://bit.ly/4ttUpTp

Take a little time to pause this #MentalHealthAwarenessWeek 💚 Cambridge University Botanic Garden is a place to slow down, reconnect and recharge 🌿 Perfect for a peaceful walk or a mindful study break during exam season. Cambridge University students can enjoy free entry throughout the year 🌸

Happy 100th birthday, Sir David Attenborough! 🎂 A legendary broadcaster, natural historian and Clare College alumnus whose voice has inspired generations worldwide for decades. Thank you for a century of curiosity, wonder and unwavering dedication to life on earth.

We've gone wild for wisteria in Cambridge! 💜 Have you spotted the beautiful lilac flowers around the city and our Colleges? 1. @sidneysussex.bsky.social 2. @jesuscollegecam.bsky.social 3. @christscollegecam.bsky.social 4. @downingcollege.bsky.social 📸 Jacqueline Garget

Senate House Hill in motion 🌍 #CambridgeUniversity #Tinyplanet #Timelapse

What do potatoes, pigs and pollinators have in common? They’re all vital to feeding a growing population, but modern intensive farming comes at a cost. Learn how researchers across @globalfoodcamb.bsky.social are working with farmers to rebalance the natural systems we rely on 👉 bit.ly/3RnTbLS

"We are seeing the start of a new nuclear arms race" ☢️💣⏰ Watch @cser.bsky.social Director Professor S.M. Amadae discuss how AI and global events could affect the threat of nuclear conflict. Find out more 👇 bit.ly/4nbTvJM

"We are seeing the start of a new nuclear arms race" ☢️💣⏰ Watch @cser.bsky.social Director Professor S.M. Amadae discuss how AI and global events could affect the threat of nuclear conflict. Find out more 👇 https://bit.ly/4n7MMjQ

Looking for a new role? This May, discover your next opportunity at the University of Cambridge 🧑‍🏫🧑‍🔬👩‍💼 Explore more than 170 of our academic, research and professorial vacancies on our jobs page 👉 https://bit.ly/42Lm08d

Cambridge, but not as you usually see it...

A sunny pause in New Court, St John's College ☀️ 📸 Lloyd Mann

New research from @camzoology.bsky.social finds carbon credits, designed to offset emissions, have helped protect tropical forests from deforestation – despite being oversold tenfold. Read more: https://bit.ly/4n6JAoS