Cambridge Philosophical Society

Promoting Scientific Inquiry

Founded in 1819 'for the purpose of promoting scientific inquiry', The Cambridge Philosophical Society is an exciting hub for the promotion of scientific research, discussion, and learning. Discover more…

Events

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29

Jan

Upcoming event

G.I. Taylor lecture – Professor Herbert Huppert

Professor Herbert Huppert

  • 29 January 2024, 18:00 – 19:00
  • Bristol-Myers Squibb Lecture Theatre

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12

Feb

Upcoming event

Dr Shaun Fitzgerald

Dr Shaun Fitzgerald

  • 12 February 2024, 18:00 – 19:00
  • Bristol-Myers Squibb Lecture Theatre

Title to be confirmed

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News

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New CPS venture to support an innovative form of scientific publication.

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It’s all relative

CPS Fellows visit the Cambridge Institute of Astronomy and the Cambridge Observatory

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Funding & Grants

A long history of supporting the scientists of the future

In line with the core aim of 'keeping alive the spirit of inquiry’, the Society awards a number financial grants for future scientists, which include a three-year Research Studentships, the Henslow Fellowship, in the fields of Natural Science, Engineering, Mathematics, Computer Science and Clinical Sciences. Travel Grants are for Fellows of the Society and help support researchers to attend conferences and visit laboratories.

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Publications

Discover our Journals & Books

From Darwin’s paper on evolution to the development of stem cell research, publications from the Society continue to shape the scientific landscape.

Membership

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Become a Fellow of the Society and enjoy the benefits that membership brings. Membership costs £20 per year.

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