Two Crick group leaders are joining Cancer Grand Challenges teams to tackle big questions in cancer research. Leanne Li leads a team studying how tumours interact with the nervous system, and Vivian Li joins a @ucl.ac.uk-led team working to rewire cancer cells. 🔗 www.crick.ac.uk/news/2026-03...

We’re excited to be working with @britsciassoc.bsky.social to co-lead EDIS, a coalition working to improve equality, diversity and inclusion in science and health research. Find out more about the plans for EDIS's next chapter ⤵️ www.crick.ac.uk/news/2026-03...

EMBL is deeply saddened by the passing of our Interim Director General Peer Bork, a pioneering scientist who left an indelible imprint on life science research in Europe and beyond. We extend our deepest condolences to his family, friends, and colleagues. www.embl.org/news/people-...

Don't forget to submit your abstract for #EESSexDifferences by 19 January: s.embl.org/ees26-07-bl This new symposium will explore how sex influences health and disease through genetic, hormonal, immune, metabolic, and environmental factors 🧬 🗓️ 27 – 30 Apr 📍 EMBL Heidelberg and Virtual

💡 New paper out in @natcellbio.nature.com 💥💥💥🚀🚀🚀 We uncover an unexpected role for endogenous Xist RNA in regulating X-linked genes that escape X-inactivation well beyond early development, in differentiated, non-dividing cells and in vivo post implantation embryos 👇👇👇👇

Crick group leaders work across disciplines, supported by core funding and mentoring to build ambitious, curiosity-driven research. Apply now to join us ➡️ www.crick.ac.uk/careers-stud...

We're now recruiting early career group leaders at the Crick to lead ambitious research programmes and explore bold scientific questions. Hear our Director, Edith Heard, explain why the Crick is a unique place for curiosity-driven research. Apply now ➡️ www.crick.ac.uk/careers-stud...