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Carlo Ginzburg on "Les rois thaumaturges" by Marc Bloch

Carlo Ginzburg on "Les rois thaumaturges" by Marc Bloch

Tue 4 June 2024 1:30PM - 5:30PM

What does it mean for a city to grow?

This public event aims to open up dialogues about 1) what it means for Cambridge to grow, and 2) how such a variety of perceptions could enable new visions of city development, drive behavioural changes and address major challenges through novel policymaking processes.

1:30PM - 5:30PM

What does it mean for a city to grow?

There is a mismatch between discourses on what it means for Cambridge to grow as a city. This public event aims to open up dialogues about 1) what it means for Cambridge to grow, and 2) how such a variety of perceptions could enable new visions of city development, drive behavioural changes and address major challenges through novel policymaking processes.

7:00PM - 8:00PM

Highlight Murderous Inspirations: Crime Novels That Inspire Crime Writers

Join Cambridge University Library and a panel of crime writers for this online event.

Wed 5 June 2024 1:30PM - 2:30PM

THNK: a science-based checklist for effective communication

Join us to discover insights on effective research communication from Jo Røislien, a Norwegian Professor of Medical Statistics and award-winning science communicator.

2:00PM - 4:00PM

Highlight The Betty Behrens Seminar on Classics of Historiography

Brian Young on "A History of Histories" by John Burrow

5:30PM - 7:00PM

The Greeks behind the books: the development of Cambridge Libraries’ Hellenic collections in the Early Modern Period

A talk by Munby Fellow, Dr Anastasia Stylianou, exploring Cambridge University Library's rich and diverse collections of Greek manuscripts and books.

Thu 6 June 2024 5:30PM - 6:45PM

The Reynolds Lecture 2024 – From genocide to ecocide: international justice and its discontents

In this third annual Reynolds lecture, Philippe Sands, Professor of Law and practicing barrister, will explore the role of international criminal law, its unintended consequences, and where next.

Fri 7 June 2024 10:00AM - 4:15PM

Amplifying Neurodivergent Voices in Cambridge

Through panel discussions featuring speakers from diverse backgrounds and a series of mediated group discussions, Cambridge ThinkLab aim to facilitate the sharing of lived experiences and foster a sense of community. Join us for a day filled with insightful conversations about neurodiversity, personal storytelling, and strategic discussions on fostering inclusivity!

Sat 8 June 2024 10:00AM - 5:00PM

Festival of Plants 2024

Set in our beautiful landscape, the Festival of Plants celebrates the wonder of plants when the Garden is in full bloom.

10:30AM - 11:15AM

PRIDE IN NATURE LGBTQ+ TOUR

Join our volunteer guides as they share their personal selection of fascinating stories about gender and sex in the animal world at the Museum of Zoology.