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In memory of William Morton 1951-2024

13 August 2024

It is with deep sadness that the Department of Chemical Engineering and Biotechnology share the news of the passing of William 'Bill' Morton, who died in May 2024 at the age of 73.

Squeaky clean learning

Ever wondered what goes into making your shampoo? It’s not just about making your hair squeaky clean – it’s a bubbly mix of science and suds!

CEB researchers' synthetic cells grow their own organelles

A new study published in Nature Nanotechnology reveals a significant leap in synthetic biology, which could have far-reaching potential for the healthcare industry.

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Prize-winning technology with Royal Society of Chemistry award

Two professors from CEB and the Department of Engineering triumph in the Royal Society of Chemistry’s 2024 Emerging Technologies Competition with joint project H2Upgrade, an innovative solution for converting industrial waste into high-purity hydrogen.

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CEB professor's research group to have pivotal role in research hub

Dr. Ljiljana Fruk's Bionano Engineering research group at the Department of Chemical Engineering and Biotechnology (CEB) is set to play a pivotal role in a major research hub using advances in quantum technology to revolutionise early disease detection and treatment.

Screenshot of front page cover of Science Advances, with image of a Saharan dust storm blowing 1000 miles off the coast over the Atlantic

University of Cambridge colleagues call for change to bring equity to scientific publishing

Three colleagues from different University of Cambridge departments have come together to call for change among the academic publishing community, as they discuss the inequitable recognition of joint authors.

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New process turns CO2 from air into fuel using power of the wind

A study by researchers at the University of Cambridge has revealed a potential way to apply renewable power to clean the Earth’s atmosphere, while also producing useful everyday products.

Motor Neuron Disease research selected for prestigious journal cover

Dr Francesca van Tartwijk's research into the causes and symptoms of Motor Neuron Disease, or ALS, features on the cover of the Journal of Neuroscience.

Dr Alexander Borodavka named 2024 Lister Fellow

Dr Borodavka and his research group receive six-figure funding boost from prize.

Six newly promoted academic staff with head of department Clemens in front of greenery

Record number of professors promoted in department

Six academic staff promoted at once at CEB.

In memory of William Morton 1951-2024

Squeaky clean learning

CEB researchers' synthetic cells grow their own organelles

Prize-winning technology with Royal Society of Chemistry award

CEB professor's research group to have pivotal role in research hub

University of Cambridge colleagues call for change to bring equity to scientific publishing

New process turns CO2 from air into fuel using power of the wind

Motor Neuron Disease research selected for prestigious journal cover

Dr Alexander Borodavka named 2024 Lister Fellow

Record number of professors promoted in department

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