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Made in Ancient Egypt

'Made in Ancient Egypt' at the Fitzwilliam Museum is the first exhibition to focus on the people who built one of history’s most remarkable civilisations. It brings to light the daily lives of ordinary Egyptians, from stonemasons and coffin decorators to royal sandal makers.

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News - The Boat Race 2026 Presidents' Challenge
Cambridge, winners of both Boat Races in 2025, were formally challenged by Oxford to compete in 2026. The Presidents' Challenge also saw Channel 4 welcomed as the new broadcaster for the Boat Race.

News - Vice-Chancellor marks start of new academic year
Professor Deborah Prentice marked the start of the new academic year by delivering her annual address to the University.

News - Diabetes drug and antihistamine could together repair multiple sclerosis damage
A Cambridge trial finds that a common diabetes drug combined with an antihistamine can help repair the protective coating around nerves, which get damaged in MS.
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Festival - Marking achievements and ambitions as part of Black History Month: October 2025
October brings a new academic year but it also offers the opportunity to celebrate Black talent. A number of events and activities are being staged around the University and the Colleges to mark Black History Month.

Admissions - Undergraduate subject masterclasses: until Thursday 16 October
Explore what it's like to study your favourite subject and experience typical undergraduate teaching at Cambridge by signing up for an online Subject Masterclass.

Admissions - Virtual Postgraduate Open Days: 3 November to 14 November
Join us online for our Virtual Postgraduate Open Days. Find out if Cambridge is the right place for your next step.
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