Department of Chemical Engineering and Biotechnology

CEB named best in the UK for chemical engineering in 2026 university guides.

Professor Sam Stranks has been announced as the recipient of 2025 Institute of Physics Nevill Mott Medal and Prize.

Professor David Fairen-Jimenez on a big week for the metal-organic framework (MOF) community.

Smarter nanoparticle designs and a deeper understanding of their behaviour could make cancer treatments more effective and reliable, according to Professor Ljiljana Fruk and Andrew Baker.

New study shows millions of women never seek professional medical advice for debilitating premenstrual symptoms.

The Davidson Inventors Challenge returns for its sixth year with the launch of the 2025/26 edition, introducing a new hybrid final and bigger prizes.

A new Cambridge study reveals why sticky liquids don’t always spread evenly, knowledge that could help cut waste, improve product quality and make everyday technologies more reliable.

An artificial heart valve made from a new type of plastic could be a step closer to use in humans, following a successful long-term safety test in animals.

A new clay-based material developed at CEB could offer an affordable, low-waste way to tackle water pollution using only sunlight.

The MABC25 conference drew a full house to the department last week, reflecting growing momentum in applying AI to chemical and biochemical engineering, with cutting-edge talks, international collaboration, and a strong industry presence. Organised for the first time by the iDMT Centre of Excellence, the event showcased...

Making captured carbon part of a cleaner chemical supply chain