We carry out research of world class excellence spanning topics in Pure Mathematics and Mathematical Statistics (at DPMMS), and Applied Mathematics and Theoretical Physics (at DAMTP).
Our innovative education programmes and outreach events support teachers and school students worldwide, and share the excitement of the subject with the public.
Congratulations to Professor Dhruv Ranganathan, who has won a 2026 Pilkington Prize. The Pilkington Prizes recognise outstanding contributions to undergraduate and postgraduate teaching.
Three Cambridge mathematicians invited to speak at the ICM 2026
Julian Sahasrabudhe, Richard Samworth, and Carola-Bibiane Schönlieb have been invited to give talks at the International Congress of Mathematicians in July 2026
Last year saw unusual hurricane activity over the Atlantic. Charles Powell from the Institute of Computing for Climate Science (ICCS) has been figuring out the underlying factors, to improve the forecasts that help keep people and property safe.
Learning from the greats: Hannah Fry shares her magic with Cambridge undergraduates
In April, students had the opportunity to learn about mathematics communication directly from a star in the field: Hannah Fry, Cambridge's first Professor for the Public Understanding of Mathematics.
