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cam.ac.uk > stories > eleven-things-to-discover-at-open-cambridge-on-our-first-weekend

Eleven things to discover at Open Cambridge on our first weekend

3+ day, 15+ hour ago   (435+ words) With Open Cambridge 2026 running from 11–20 September, this weekend is a great chance to discover some of the fascinating places, people and stories that make Cambridge unique. Here are 11 ideas to add to your weekend plans. Fancy something a little different?...

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cam.ac.uk > stories > itamar-shatz-solving-procrastination

Procrastination: thief of more than time

2+ mon, 3+ day ago   (893+ words) Dreamer, Rebel or Zigzagger? Research reveals nine types of procrastinators and how to help them all Procrastination is on the rise, partly because of digital distractions and modern work, a new book warns. Working out which types of procrastinators we…...

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cam.ac.uk > news > pilkington-prize-award-winners-2026

Pilkington Prize winners honoured

2+ mon, 3+ week ago   (172+ words) The winners of this year's Pilkington Prizes have been presented with their awards at a special event hosted by St Catharine's College. The prizes, which have been awarded annually since 1994, recognise individuals who make a significant contribution to teaching at…...

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cam.ac.uk > news > cambridge-students-coding-skills-help-him-reach-pokemon-world-championships

Cambridge student's coding skills help him reach Pokémon World Championships

2+ mon, 4+ week ago   (753+ words) A Cambridge University maths student has qualified for the 2026 Pokémon World Championships in San Francisco with a little help from the computer skills he learned during his University studies. Marcus Koh will compete in the international event’s Video Game Championships…...

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cam.ac.uk > news > tv-nutrition-and-health-experts-raise-a-glass-to-science-at-cambridges-pint-of-science-festival

TV nutrition and health experts raise a glass to science at Cambridge’s Pint of Science festival

4+ mon, 15+ hour ago   (190+ words) TV nutrition and health experts will take centre stage alongside astronomers, neuroscientists and AI experts at the annual Pint of Science festival next week, with public talks in the unlikeliest of ‘lecture theatres’ – local Cambridge pubs. This year’s festival (18-20 May)…...

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cam.ac.uk > stories > cambridge-festival-speaker-spotlight-natalia-domagala

Speaker spotlight: Natalia Domagala

6+ mon, 1+ day ago   (217+ words) Our next speaker spotlight features Natalia Domagala, a Policy Fellow at the Centre for Science and Policy. Drawing from insights from leading voices in AI and technology ethics, Natalia will examine the broader systems and power dynamics behind AI - from…...

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cam.ac.uk > stories > cambridge-scientists-career-self-doubt-and-success

Cambridge scientists share the truth behind their success

7+ mon, 2+ week ago   (1181+ words) Hidden struggles: Cambridge scientists share the truth behind their success In a career defined by constant questioning, self-doubt can become an occupational hazard. Now, for the first time, a group of Cambridge scientists reveal the personal struggles they’ve faced – and…...