Cambridge University
Coverage of Cambridge University in the Nexus archive.
- Italian prosecutors demand long jail terms for Egyptians over murder of Italian student
Italian prosecutors seek a life sentence for an Egyptian security officer and long jail terms for three others accused in the kidnapping, torture, and murder of Italian student Giulio Regeni in Cairo in 2016. His body was discovered a week after his disappearance, with a post-mortem indicating he was extensively tortured before death.
- UK universities face funding crisis over foreign student cuts
UK universities are cutting staff, courses, and research due to a financial shortfall caused by reduced government support and reliance on international student fees. Successive governments have restricted foreign student numbers to limit immigration, exacerbating funding issues. Critics argue the system lacks the benefits of the US or European higher education models.
- Cambridge University seeks deal with Saudi defence ministry despite rights concerns
Cambridge University's Judge business school is seeking a deal with Saudi Arabia's defence ministry to provide leadership development and innovation management services despite human rights concerns. The proposal has been approved by Cambridge's leadership after an introduction by the UK's Ministry of Defence. Senior academics have described the proposal as 'horrifying'.
- Artemis II inspires student rocket builders
Cambridge University students aim to become the first in Europe to launch a rocket to the edge of space, inspired by the Artemis II mission. Their project highlights advancements in student-led space exploration initiatives.