Gurdon Institute, University of Cambridge
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Watch and read about the latest study funded by @wellcometrust.bsky.social led by Dr Jitesh Neupane and @geraldinejowett.bsky.social together with Prof. Azim Surani youtu.be/i5cs5u0KP9s published on @cp-cellreports.bsky.social @gurdoninstitute.bsky.social
Scientists make human blood in the lab — here’s how
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October 13, 2025 at 5:32 PM
Watch and read about the latest study funded by @wellcometrust.bsky.social led by Dr Jitesh Neupane and @geraldinejowett.bsky.social together with Prof. Azim Surani youtu.be/i5cs5u0KP9s published on @cp-cellreports.bsky.social @gurdoninstitute.bsky.social
Prof. Azim Surani was born in Kenya and came to the UK aged 18. His path from working in a china shop in London to groundbreaking biological research at @gurdoninstitute.bsky.social is an inspirational story. Come to hear his story at @kingscollege.bsky.social www.tickettailor.com/events/kings...
Reserve your seat – Journeys of discovery: Azim Surani in conversation with Anna Alexandrova – Keynes Lecture Theatre, King's College
Journeys of discovery: Azim Surani in conversation with Anna Alexandrova – Keynes Lecture Theatre, King's College, Fri 24 Oct 2025 - Azim Surani, winner of the 2025 Kyoto Prize and Emeritus Fellow, wa...
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October 13, 2025 at 5:15 PM
Prof. Azim Surani was born in Kenya and came to the UK aged 18. His path from working in a china shop in London to groundbreaking biological research at @gurdoninstitute.bsky.social is an inspirational story. Come to hear his story at @kingscollege.bsky.social www.tickettailor.com/events/kings...
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Exciting collaborative post doc opportunity to study lung disease mechanisms working with 2 friendly labs @jennydickens41.bsky.social @labrawlins.bsky.social and GSK colleagues www.jobs.cam.ac.uk/job/52936/
October 13, 2025 at 1:31 PM
Exciting collaborative post doc opportunity to study lung disease mechanisms working with 2 friendly labs @jennydickens41.bsky.social @labrawlins.bsky.social and GSK colleagues www.jobs.cam.ac.uk/job/52936/
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Cambridge scientists have found a new way to grow human blood cells in the lab 🧫
A major step towards regenerative therapies, this could also help scientists with better understanding blood disorders like #leukaemia.
New #research from @gurdoninstitute.bsky.social https://bit.ly/3J0mO23 🧪
A major step towards regenerative therapies, this could also help scientists with better understanding blood disorders like #leukaemia.
New #research from @gurdoninstitute.bsky.social https://bit.ly/3J0mO23 🧪
October 13, 2025 at 3:15 PM
Cambridge scientists have found a new way to grow human blood cells in the lab 🧫
A major step towards regenerative therapies, this could also help scientists with better understanding blood disorders like #leukaemia.
New #research from @gurdoninstitute.bsky.social https://bit.ly/3J0mO23 🧪
A major step towards regenerative therapies, this could also help scientists with better understanding blood disorders like #leukaemia.
New #research from @gurdoninstitute.bsky.social https://bit.ly/3J0mO23 🧪
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Delighted that Ziqi Dong's PhD paper is out for all to read! Hypoxia is fundamental to normal development, and fascinating! Thanks to all of our co-authors including @jamesnathanlab.bsky.social @jellevda.bsky.social authors.elsevier.com/sd/article/S...
October 11, 2025 at 8:22 AM
Delighted that Ziqi Dong's PhD paper is out for all to read! Hypoxia is fundamental to normal development, and fascinating! Thanks to all of our co-authors including @jamesnathanlab.bsky.social @jellevda.bsky.social authors.elsevier.com/sd/article/S...
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How do I apply? ✍️
Learn more about the call on our website, and register for our informational webinar: wellcome.org/research-fun...
Learn more about the call on our website, and register for our informational webinar: wellcome.org/research-fun...
Doctoral Programmes for Healthcare Professionals | Grant funding | Wellcome
Get guidance on applying to host and administer a Wellcome doctoral programme for healthcare professionals at your institution. Find out about eligibility and how to apply.
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October 8, 2025 at 4:04 PM
How do I apply? ✍️
Learn more about the call on our website, and register for our informational webinar: wellcome.org/research-fun...
Learn more about the call on our website, and register for our informational webinar: wellcome.org/research-fun...
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We're funding doctoral programmes to train the next generation of clinically-active academic leaders. 🩺
This call continues our commitment to supporting healthcare professionals in research careers.
Applications are open now. Here’s what you need to know 🧵
This call continues our commitment to supporting healthcare professionals in research careers.
Applications are open now. Here’s what you need to know 🧵
October 8, 2025 at 4:04 PM
We're funding doctoral programmes to train the next generation of clinically-active academic leaders. 🩺
This call continues our commitment to supporting healthcare professionals in research careers.
Applications are open now. Here’s what you need to know 🧵
This call continues our commitment to supporting healthcare professionals in research careers.
Applications are open now. Here’s what you need to know 🧵
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Cambridge has been ranked joint third in the world by the @timeshighered.bsky.social World University Rankings 2025 🎉
#THEunirankings #CambridgeUniversity #UniversityOfCambridge #Cambridge #Universities #HigherEducation #ApplyingToCambridge
#THEunirankings #CambridgeUniversity #UniversityOfCambridge #Cambridge #Universities #HigherEducation #ApplyingToCambridge
October 9, 2025 at 11:19 AM
Cambridge has been ranked joint third in the world by the @timeshighered.bsky.social World University Rankings 2025 🎉
#THEunirankings #CambridgeUniversity #UniversityOfCambridge #Cambridge #Universities #HigherEducation #ApplyingToCambridge
#THEunirankings #CambridgeUniversity #UniversityOfCambridge #Cambridge #Universities #HigherEducation #ApplyingToCambridge
A Nobel-winning scientist of great modesty and humour, John Gurdon died on 7 Oct. Not only did he make a discovery that laid the foundations for stem cell research, he also created one of the best environments for research at the Wellcome/CRUK Gurdon Institute wellcome.org/news/sir-joh...
Sir John Gurdon, 1933-2025 | Wellcome
A Nobel-winning scientist of great modesty and humour, John Gurdon died on 7 October. He made a discovery that opened up the field of cloning research, and created one of the best environments for res...
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October 9, 2025 at 1:39 PM
A Nobel-winning scientist of great modesty and humour, John Gurdon died on 7 Oct. Not only did he make a discovery that laid the foundations for stem cell research, he also created one of the best environments for research at the Wellcome/CRUK Gurdon Institute wellcome.org/news/sir-joh...
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He was a champion of developmental biology and a truly inspirational scientist. 🧪
So sad to hear the news - John truly was an inspiration to so many, and one of a kind.
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Nobel Laureate Professor Sir John Gurdon dies aged 92
It is with great sadness that the University shares the news of the death of Professor Sir John Gurdon, founder of the Gurdon Institute.
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October 7, 2025 at 4:13 PM
He was a champion of developmental biology and a truly inspirational scientist. 🧪
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Meet our Reproduction, Development and Lifelong Health Theme Leads. New Lead Sumru shares her hopes for the Theme. Learn more on our website: www.bio.cam.ac.uk
@gurdoninstitute.bsky.social @geneticscam.bsky.social @pdncambridge.bsky.social @scicambridge.bsky.social
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October 7, 2025 at 10:15 AM
Meet our Reproduction, Development and Lifelong Health Theme Leads. New Lead Sumru shares her hopes for the Theme. Learn more on our website: www.bio.cam.ac.uk
@gurdoninstitute.bsky.social @geneticscam.bsky.social @pdncambridge.bsky.social @scicambridge.bsky.social
@gurdoninstitute.bsky.social @geneticscam.bsky.social @pdncambridge.bsky.social @scicambridge.bsky.social
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John Gurdon's research inspired me in my own scientific pursuits as a stem cell biologist. Starting my lab at
@gurdoninstitute.bsky.social was therefore particularly exciting. Seeing him around daily only underscored his admirable dedication to science and research. RIP John.
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@gurdoninstitute.bsky.social was therefore particularly exciting. Seeing him around daily only underscored his admirable dedication to science and research. RIP John.
tinyurl.com/nha6z25h
October 7, 2025 at 6:13 PM
John Gurdon's research inspired me in my own scientific pursuits as a stem cell biologist. Starting my lab at
@gurdoninstitute.bsky.social was therefore particularly exciting. Seeing him around daily only underscored his admirable dedication to science and research. RIP John.
tinyurl.com/nha6z25h
@gurdoninstitute.bsky.social was therefore particularly exciting. Seeing him around daily only underscored his admirable dedication to science and research. RIP John.
tinyurl.com/nha6z25h
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Saddened to learn of the death of John Gurdon today. He was the supreme scientist. And truly inspirational lecturer and speaker. The Gurdon Institute @gurdoninstitute.bsky.social has been a wonderful place to run a lab - and he will be truly missed.
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Nobel Laureate Professor Sir John Gurdon Dies Aged 92 – Gurdon Institute
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October 7, 2025 at 7:59 PM
Saddened to learn of the death of John Gurdon today. He was the supreme scientist. And truly inspirational lecturer and speaker. The Gurdon Institute @gurdoninstitute.bsky.social has been a wonderful place to run a lab - and he will be truly missed.
www.gurdon.cam.ac.uk/nobel-laurea...
www.gurdon.cam.ac.uk/nobel-laurea...
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So sad to hear the news - John truly was an inspiration to so many, and one of a kind.
www.cam.ac.uk/research/new...
www.cam.ac.uk/research/new...
Nobel Laureate Professor Sir John Gurdon dies aged 92
It is with great sadness that the University shares the news of the death of Professor Sir John Gurdon, founder of the Gurdon Institute.
www.cam.ac.uk
October 7, 2025 at 4:02 PM
So sad to hear the news - John truly was an inspiration to so many, and one of a kind.
www.cam.ac.uk/research/new...
www.cam.ac.uk/research/new...
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It is with great sadness that the University shares the news of the death of Professor Sir John Gurdon, founder of the @gurdoninstitute.bsky.social
Read our tribute to the visionary Nobel Laureate and watch an interview from 2012, just after he won: https://bit.ly/4mM8o3r
Read our tribute to the visionary Nobel Laureate and watch an interview from 2012, just after he won: https://bit.ly/4mM8o3r
October 7, 2025 at 5:49 PM
It is with great sadness that the University shares the news of the death of Professor Sir John Gurdon, founder of the @gurdoninstitute.bsky.social
Read our tribute to the visionary Nobel Laureate and watch an interview from 2012, just after he won: https://bit.ly/4mM8o3r
Read our tribute to the visionary Nobel Laureate and watch an interview from 2012, just after he won: https://bit.ly/4mM8o3r
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It is with profound sadness that I have learned of the passing of my beloved PhD supervisor, John Gurdon. We have lost a true giant, an incredible mentor, kind and generous, whose contributions to science will inspire generations. He changed my life, and the lives of so many others.
October 8, 2025 at 8:40 AM
It is with profound sadness that I have learned of the passing of my beloved PhD supervisor, John Gurdon. We have lost a true giant, an incredible mentor, kind and generous, whose contributions to science will inspire generations. He changed my life, and the lives of so many others.
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John Gurdon, former Group Leader and Head of @cellbiol-mrclmb.bsky.social has died.
Despite calling himself a "total non-intellectual” his work to reprogramme somatic cells to pluripotent stem cells transformed the field of developmental biology.
More: www2.mrc-lmb.cam.ac.uk/john-gurdon-...
#LMBNews
Despite calling himself a "total non-intellectual” his work to reprogramme somatic cells to pluripotent stem cells transformed the field of developmental biology.
More: www2.mrc-lmb.cam.ac.uk/john-gurdon-...
#LMBNews
October 8, 2025 at 8:49 AM
John Gurdon, former Group Leader and Head of @cellbiol-mrclmb.bsky.social has died.
Despite calling himself a "total non-intellectual” his work to reprogramme somatic cells to pluripotent stem cells transformed the field of developmental biology.
More: www2.mrc-lmb.cam.ac.uk/john-gurdon-...
#LMBNews
Despite calling himself a "total non-intellectual” his work to reprogramme somatic cells to pluripotent stem cells transformed the field of developmental biology.
More: www2.mrc-lmb.cam.ac.uk/john-gurdon-...
#LMBNews
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John Gurdon en.wikipedia.org/wiki/John_Gu..., beacon of a generation that tackled head on the deepest question of biology: the development of an organism. The best tribute to him and his peers should be to remember and follow the path they forged for how to do Science in form and content.
October 8, 2025 at 10:00 AM
John Gurdon en.wikipedia.org/wiki/John_Gu..., beacon of a generation that tackled head on the deepest question of biology: the development of an organism. The best tribute to him and his peers should be to remember and follow the path they forged for how to do Science in form and content.
It is with great sadness that we share the news of the death of our founder, colleague, mentor and friend, Professor Sir John Gurdon. His vision and dedication will continue to inspire generations of scientists.
🔗 www.gurdon.cam.ac.uk/nobel-laurea...
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October 8, 2025 at 1:15 PM
It is with great sadness that we share the news of the death of our founder, colleague, mentor and friend, Professor Sir John Gurdon. His vision and dedication will continue to inspire generations of scientists.
🔗 www.gurdon.cam.ac.uk/nobel-laurea...
🔗 www.gurdon.cam.ac.uk/nobel-laurea...
Our 2025 GI retreat prize winners are:
🎉Social Engagement: Giada Vanacore and Shay Melamed
🙂 Research Culture: Theresa Gross-Thebing
🙌 Good Citizen: Sam Banjo
🔬Image Competition: @geraldinejowett.bsky.social
🌳Green: Tamara Romero
Thank you all for your great community spirit and positive vibes!
🎉Social Engagement: Giada Vanacore and Shay Melamed
🙂 Research Culture: Theresa Gross-Thebing
🙌 Good Citizen: Sam Banjo
🔬Image Competition: @geraldinejowett.bsky.social
🌳Green: Tamara Romero
Thank you all for your great community spirit and positive vibes!
September 29, 2025 at 3:21 PM
Our 2025 GI retreat prize winners are:
🎉Social Engagement: Giada Vanacore and Shay Melamed
🙂 Research Culture: Theresa Gross-Thebing
🙌 Good Citizen: Sam Banjo
🔬Image Competition: @geraldinejowett.bsky.social
🌳Green: Tamara Romero
Thank you all for your great community spirit and positive vibes!
🎉Social Engagement: Giada Vanacore and Shay Melamed
🙂 Research Culture: Theresa Gross-Thebing
🙌 Good Citizen: Sam Banjo
🔬Image Competition: @geraldinejowett.bsky.social
🌳Green: Tamara Romero
Thank you all for your great community spirit and positive vibes!
✨ Congratulations to our amazing Postdoc @geraldinejowett.bsky.social – winner of this year’s Image Competition! 🏆🧬
Want to know more about the research we do? 👀 Check it out over at @gurdoninstitute.bsky.social
Want to know more about the research we do? 👀 Check it out over at @gurdoninstitute.bsky.social
September 24, 2025 at 1:24 PM
✨ Congratulations to our amazing Postdoc @geraldinejowett.bsky.social – winner of this year’s Image Competition! 🏆🧬
Want to know more about the research we do? 👀 Check it out over at @gurdoninstitute.bsky.social
Want to know more about the research we do? 👀 Check it out over at @gurdoninstitute.bsky.social
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Members from the MRC Toxicology Unit, Department of Pharmacology and the Gurdon Institute took part in the Chariots of Fire event, a charity race that takes a scenic route through central Cambridge.
Read more about the event here: buff.ly/QgJr1DK
@phar.cam.ac.uk @gurdoninstitute.bsky.social
Read more about the event here: buff.ly/QgJr1DK
@phar.cam.ac.uk @gurdoninstitute.bsky.social
September 22, 2025 at 12:00 PM
Members from the MRC Toxicology Unit, Department of Pharmacology and the Gurdon Institute took part in the Chariots of Fire event, a charity race that takes a scenic route through central Cambridge.
Read more about the event here: buff.ly/QgJr1DK
@phar.cam.ac.uk @gurdoninstitute.bsky.social
Read more about the event here: buff.ly/QgJr1DK
@phar.cam.ac.uk @gurdoninstitute.bsky.social
Thrilled to share that our Group Leader Prof. Azim Surani, together with Prof. Davor Solter, has been awarded the 2026 Paul Ehrlich & Ludwig Darmstaedter Prize 🎉 for discovering genomic imprinting—a breakthrough that reshaped genetics and launched modern epigenetics.
September 18, 2025 at 1:20 PM
Thrilled to share that our Group Leader Prof. Azim Surani, together with Prof. Davor Solter, has been awarded the 2026 Paul Ehrlich & Ludwig Darmstaedter Prize 🎉 for discovering genomic imprinting—a breakthrough that reshaped genetics and launched modern epigenetics.
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The first patients were enrolled into a clinical trial of alpelisib in Dent disease 2 at Bambino Gesù Hospital, funded by Lowe Syndrome, Trust UK and Association USA, and Dent Disease Foundation. The drug was identified by the Gallop and Devuyst labs. Read more: www.bioc.cam.ac.uk/news/first-p...
July 16, 2025 at 11:08 AM
The first patients were enrolled into a clinical trial of alpelisib in Dent disease 2 at Bambino Gesù Hospital, funded by Lowe Syndrome, Trust UK and Association USA, and Dent Disease Foundation. The drug was identified by the Gallop and Devuyst labs. Read more: www.bioc.cam.ac.uk/news/first-p...
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We're loving hosting students for the @gurdoninstitute.bsky.social ASTP programme, along with @mrc-mbu.bsky.social . As ever, so impressed with the next generation of scientists!
July 10, 2025 at 3:14 PM
We're loving hosting students for the @gurdoninstitute.bsky.social ASTP programme, along with @mrc-mbu.bsky.social . As ever, so impressed with the next generation of scientists!