Driven by curiosity. Driving changeDepartment of Chemical Engineering and Biotechnology
We use fundamental, multidisciplinary science to solve the world’s biggest challenges
Research
Our researchers use multidisciplinary science in their research, focusing on innovations that drive sustainability and improve healthcare.
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We offer undergraduate, Masters’ and PhD programmes that give you the knowledge and hands-on experience to apply to real-world problems.
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We have more than 20 groups covering research in areas such as engineering, biology, materials, reactions and processes, and sensor technologies.
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We are a diverse and multicultural community of staff and students, united by a commitment to innovation and solving problems for the benefit of society.
Latest News:
Department tops Guardian University Guide rankings for 2027
The Department of Chemical Engineering and Biotechnology has, for the third year running, been named number one.
Standardising DNA and RNA nanostructures with NanostarDB
Researchers have developed NanostarDB, an interactive knowledgebase that standardises how DNA and RNA nanostructures are described, shared and reused.
Department professor named Cambridge Zero co-director
Professor Sam Stranks has been announced as one of two co-directors of Cambridge Zero, alongside Professor Ronita Bardhan, bringing...
Meet CEB’s new academic
Dr George Gordon returns to Cambridge to lead new MRes course
