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Europe's ambition to become a global leader in photonic chips took a significant step forward at the PIXEurope Connect – Industry Ecosystem Building Day in Barcelona. More than 300 representatives from industry, academia and government, including members of Cambridge Graphene Centre (CGC), gathered to discuss the future of integrated photonics and …

On May 21st, 2026, Barcelona will host the PIXEurope Connect – Industry Ecosystem Building Day, a flagship event aimed at gathering leading experts in the photonics field, with institutional representatives and industry stakeholders. The event aims to align vision and expertise, and reinforce the outstanding technological potential and transformati…

Image credit: Annette from Pixabay.By Dr Karen StewardThe Cambridge Graphene Centre (CGC) recently welcomed Professor Yahya Zweiri, senior director of the Research and Innovation Center for Graphene and 2D Materials at Khalifa University in the United Arab Emirates, for discussions on how universities can be better at turning world-leading research…

Image credit: University of CambridgeBy Dr. Karen StewardThe PIXEurope project is an ambitious European effort to accelerate the adoption of integrated photonics, tiny, light-based circuits poised to transform everything from data communications to artificial intelligence. By bringing together leading research institutions, foundries and technology…

CamGraPhIC founders: Marco Romagnoli (left) and Andrea Ferrari (right). Image credit: CamGraPhIC.Cambridge-based university spinout CamGraPhIC has been awarded €211 million (£183 million) in funding from the Italian government after the package received approval from the European Commission.The funding, approved under EU state aid rules, will suppo…

A cohort of 12 doctoral students from the UK’s flagship Centre for Doctoral Training in 2D Materials of Tomorrow (2DMoT) are spending 10 days at the Cambridge Graphene Centre (CGC), gaining hands-on experience with advanced characterisation techniques and exploring new directions in graphene and related technologies.The students began their trainin…

Image credit: PixelLabs from Pixabay.Robots are getting better at seeing and moving through the world, but feeling it remains far harder. Now, researchers at the University of Cambridge say they have developed a miniature tactile sensor that could bring robotic touch much closer to that of human fingertips.The device, described in Nature Materials,…

The Cambridge Graphene Centre (CGC) hosted an international delegation of industry and research leaders working at the forefront of graphene commercialisation. The visit brought together representatives from Korea, Germany and the UK, reflecting the increasingly global ecosystem around two-dimensional (2D) materials.The delegation included Patrick …

CamGraPhIC - co-founded Professor Andrea Ferrari, Director of the Cambridge Graphene Centre, and Dr Marco Romagnoli of CNIT in Italy - is developing new types of photonic circuits for energy-efficient, high-bandwidth, optical interconnect technology.The investment will support continued innovation in graphene photonics transceivers, a technology th…

On 7 March 2025, the Cambridge Graphene Centre (CGC) celebrated the successful sign-off of the Park NX20 Atomic Force Microscope (AFM), a major milestone for the Layered Materials Research Foundry (LMRF). This state-of-the-art system will significantly enhance CGC’s capabilities in nanoscale material characterization, reinforcing its position at th…

The Cambridge Graphene Centre (CGC) has received a state-of-the-art Atomic Force Microscope (AFM) from Park Systems as part of the Layered Materials Research Foundry (LMRF) project. This advanced AFM system, the NX20 model, is set to enhance research capabilities in the exploration of layered materials, providing critical insights into their proper…

The University of Cambridge has been selected as one of two UK institutions in PIXEurope, a prestigious European consortium of 20 research organisations aimed at advancing photonic chip technology. Unlike traditional electronic chips, photonic chips use light to deliver faster, more energy-efficient performance. Leading this effort at Cambridge is …

During the recent visit by Greater Manchester Mayor Andy Burnham, the Cambridge Graphene Centre played a central role in showcasing the cutting-edge collaboration between Cambridge and Manchester in the field of advanced materials. Professor Andrea Ferrari, Director of the Centre, hosted discussions with colleagues from Manchester’s National Graphe…

On 4th November 2024, the QAMSS Community Day brought together leading researchers, industry experts, and stakeholders to explore the transformative potential of Quantum and Advanced Materials technologies for a sustainable future. The event, held at the University of Cambridge, served as a dynamic platform for fostering collaboration, sharing cutt…

A digital twin (DT) of the human body is a virtual representation of an individual’s physiological state, created using real-time data from sensors and medical devices, with the purpose of simulating, predicting and optimizing health outcomes through advanced analysis and modelling. Human body DTs have the potential to revolutionize healthcare and…