Research Events

Throughout the year King's hosts a number of research seminars, talks and academic conferences, many of which are open to the wider student body and general public.

Upcoming Research Events at King's:

There are currently no events scheduled – please check back soon.
The Events calendar holds a full listing of events, from Choir concerts and Chapel services to reunion events for our alumni.
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Throughout the year, the Art Rooms host exhibitions, installations and other visual art events organised by invited artists and King's Members.
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Apart from singing choral services during term time, the Choir also sing in concerts in the Chapel and tour internationally.
The Research Committee sets the research policy for the College and is responsible for running the Junior Research Fellowship competitions.

Research News

HERA study to better understand women’s reproductive health receives £5.6 million Wellcome award

Recent research co-led by scientists at the University of Cambridge has identified genetic risk factors for a range of conditions, including polycystic ovary syndrome, premature ovarian ageing (early age at menopause) and fertility. 

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Ashley Moffett to receive honorary doctorate at Karolinska Institutet

Professor Moffett is to be honoured with a doctorate by the Karolinska Institutet for a lifetime of research. The formal ceremony will take place in Stockholm on 26 April.

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‘Mini-placentas’ help scientists understand the causes of pre-eclampsia and pregnancy disorders

King’s Fellow Ashley Moffett and colleagues have grown ‘mini-placentas’ in the lab and used them to shed light on how the placenta develops and interacts with the inner lining of the womb.