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Rise of arts and science festivals ‘only possible with student help’
The growth and increasing popularity of science and arts festivals around Britain is only possible with the help of an army of willing, but unpaid student volunteers, according to a […]
Scholar wins two prestigious awards
A Gates scholar has been awarded two prizes for his work on how bacteria infect plants and animals. Nabil Wilf [2007], who just completed his PhD in Biochemistry, was awarded […]
Gates scholar writes EC factsheet on stem cells
A Gates scholar has written a factsheet for the European Commission designed to help public understanding of research into embryonic stem cells. Kathryn Blair [2007] is studying for a PhD […]
Douglas Guilfoyle
Somali piracy has only recently come to international attention and Douglas Guilfoyle is one of the few international law experts in the field. His book on the subject is about […]
New research on what works in technology cluster groups
For researchers in technology clusters, a shared language matters more than being physically close to peers, according to a new study by a Gates alumnus. Franz Huber’s study, published in […]
Bangladesh CVD study receives international attention
A study of cardiovascular disease in Bangladesh co-led by a Gates scholar is attracting international attention as statistics show the number of people suffering from the disease has increased 3,500% […]
Linda Gichuyia
People in developing countries are copying the glass buildings in the West to the detriment of their environment, claims a Gates scholar-elect. Linda Gichuyia [2011] says that since the majority […]
Alumna publishes beauty pageant article
Gates alumna Hilary Levey has written an article in the Boston Globe giving vital statistics on the past 25 years of the Miss Massachussetts Pageant. She says the competition, which […]
New braking system for trucks could reduce accidents
A new braking system developed by a team of Cambridge engineers and industry experts could shorten trucks’ braking distances significantly and improve road safety. The team includes Gates alumnus Jonathan […]
Gates alumnus appointed to UN agency working group
A Gates alumnus has been appointed coordinator of the working group of a UN agency which aims to make audiovisual media accessible to people with disabilities. Pradipta Biswas was appointed […]
