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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13

Oct

Upcoming event Michaelmas Term

Our Chiral Universe

Professor David Tong

Larmor Lecture
  • 13 October 2025, 18:00 – 19:00
  • Bristol-Myers Squibb Lecture Theatre
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27

Oct

Upcoming event Michaelmas Term

Reflections on dementia research and ageing societies

Professor Carol Brayne CBE

A.V. Hill Lecture
  • 27 October 2025, 18:00 – 19:00
  • Bristol-Myers Squibb Lecture Theatre
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News

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Registration is open for The 8th Biennial Cambridge Neuroscience Symposium in Cambridge, 10th - 11th September 2025.

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CPS members visit the ISIS Neutron and Muon Source, a world-leading facility for research in the physical and life sciences, based at the Rutherford Appleton Laboratory.

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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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