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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09

Oct

Upcoming event

LARMOR LECTURE: From superconductors to giant planets: a computational window on materials

Professor Chris Pickard

  • 9 October 2023, 18:00 – 19:00
  • Bristol-Myers Squibb Lecture Theatre

From superconductors to giant planets: a computational window on materials

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23

Oct

Upcoming event

Maths versus pandemics: the COVID-19 story

Professor Julia Gog

  • 23 October 2023, 18:00 – 19:00
  • Bristol-Myers Squibb Lecture Theatre

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News

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PdOC Research Showcase

PdOC Research Showcase, taking place on 1st November 2023 at WestHub, Cambridge, supported by The Cambridge Philosophical Society.

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BBC Earth

Dr Emily Mitchell talks about Ediacaran fossils on BBC Earth, fronted by Chris Packham.

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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

Join the Cambridge Philosophical Society

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

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