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Read more at: Professor Clare Bryant elected Fellow of the Academy of Medical Sciences

Professor Clare Bryant elected Fellow of the Academy of Medical Sciences

22 May 2025

We are delighted to share that Professor Clare Bryant, Professor of Innate Immunity at the Department of Veterinary Medicine, has been elected a Fellow of the Academy of Medical Sciences. clare_bryant.jpg She is one of four researchers from the University of Cambridge to receive this prestigious honour this year. The new...


Read more at: Calling all sixth formers - join us for the Vet School and Fitzwilliam College joint open day

Calling all sixth formers - join us for the Vet School and Fitzwilliam College joint open day

15 May 2025

Join us for the Veterinary School and Fitzwilliam College joint open day on Friday 29 August! Date: Friday, 29 August 2025 students_-_open_day_2025.jpg Time: 9am - 4:30pm Location: AM at Fitzwilliam College, PM at the Vet School (just a 15-minute walk!) What to Expect: Engaging talks and tours A sample lecture and...


Read more at: Vet School researchers join major new network to explore gut-immune-brain health links

Vet School researchers join major new network to explore gut-immune-brain health links

28 April 2025

top_image_for_website_885x432_gut.png New UK research network launched to explore how gut health impacts the brain and mental wellbeing. A ground-breaking new research network, the UK Gut-Immunology-Brain Axis Network+, has been launched to uncover how the gut, immune system, and brain communicate - and how this connection...


Read more at: Celebrating research excellence at the Department of Veterinary Medicine's Spring research afternoon

Celebrating research excellence at the Department of Veterinary Medicine's Spring research afternoon

24 April 2025

Well done to Maya Juman and Nicole Alimena for receiving their awards at April's Research Afternoon This Wednesday 23rd April 2025, the Department of Veterinary Medicine hosted its Spring Research Afternoon in the inspiring setting of the William Gates Building, Cambridge. The event was a celebration of scientific...


Read more at: PhD student featured in Natural History Museum’s new permanent exhibition

PhD student featured in Natural History Museum’s new permanent exhibition

11 April 2025

carousel_template_500_x_200_px_885_x_432_px_1.png Marina Papaiakovou, a PhD student at the Department of Veterinary Medicine, is showcasing her research in a major new exhibition at London’s Natural History Museum. The exhibit, which explores the environmental challenges facing our world and presents science-led solutions...


Read more at: The Department of Veterinary Medicine welcomes visiting vet students from Japan

The Department of Veterinary Medicine welcomes visiting vet students from Japan

25 March 2025

carousel_template_500_x_200_px_4.png Over the past few weeks, we’ve had the pleasure of welcoming veterinary students and professors from Gifu University and Tottori University, both in Japan. During their visit, they rotated through a range of services at the Queen’s Veterinary School Hospital, part of the Department of...


Read more at: Lambing season is in full swing at the University farm

Lambing season is in full swing at the University farm

18 February 2025

lambing_2025_banner.png The lambing season is in full swing at the University farm, providing our fourth-year veterinary students with an invaluable hands-on learning experience. Just a short cycle ride from the Vet School, the farm offers a rare opportunity for students to take on real responsibility, making critical...


Read more at: Celebrating International Day of Women and Girls in Science

Celebrating International Day of Women and Girls in Science

11 February 2025

February 11th marks the International Day of Women and Girls in Science , a day to celebrate the achievements of women in science and inspire future generations to follow their passion for discovery. At the Department of Veterinary Medicine , we are proud to work alongside many talented women who contribute to advancing...


Read more at: Welcome to our new vet students - get set for an unforgettable journey!

Welcome to our new vet students - get set for an unforgettable journey!

7 October 2024

phoebe_barker1.jpg As you step into the world of Veterinary Medicine at Cambridge, it’s not just about hitting the books. Your next six years will be full of opportunities to grow, explore your passions, and have a lot of fun along the way! Just ask Phoebe Barker, who graduated in June and showed us all how to make the...


Read more at: Vet school lecturer helps secure rare veterinary anatomy book for college library

Vet school lecturer helps secure rare veterinary anatomy book for college library

23 September 2024

A rare, 258-year-old first edition of George Stubbs' The Anatomy of the Horse is now in the care of St John’s College Library, thanks in part to Dr David Williams, College Director of Studies, Veterinary Ophthalmologist and Associate Lecturer at the Department of Veterinary Medicine. The book, known for its ground-breaking...