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We're the Crick, a biomedical research lab in London working to figure out how life works. Home to more than 2,000 scientists and a free public exhibition space.

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The Francis Crick Institute@crick· 8d

“I didn’t think we could cure this condition, but I now do.” In a profile interview, Veronica Kinsler reflects on one amazing evening of scientific discovery that opened up the possibility of a cure for congenital melanocytic naevi (CMN). Watch the full interview: youtu.be/Gqtm6G587SQ

The Francis Crick Institute@crick· 25d

Last week we held our annual Bring Your Culture to Work Day. The Crick community came together to share and celebrate each others’ cultures through food, clothes, art, music and activities - from fan making to Salsa dancing.

Two people stand smiling in front of a display representing Chile, with traditional clothing and a Chilean flag. Various items and brochures are arranged on the table in front of them.

A diverse group of people are attending a cultural event in a large indoor space. The setting includes various stalls with food and displays. There are informational screens in the background and international flags displayed on tables.

A group of people dancing salsa in a bright indoor space. They appear joyful and engaged, following a similar dance move. The atmosphere is lively and social.

A person smiling and holding a decorative fan stands in the foreground. Others are visible in the background, with one seated and one standing. A laptop and podium are also present.

The Francis Crick Institute@crick· 26d

Our new free exhibition, We Go Way Back, opens today. Stop by and learn how revolutionary ancient DNA research reveals the deep connections that link us all. We’re open Wednesday – Saturday with late opening on Wednesday evenings. https://bit.ly/4frAkZ4

A person stands in front of a purple exhibit display. The display titled "Ancient Internet" features various images and a touchscreen. There are suspended panels above, and large windows provide natural light.

A person in a red outfit interacts with a colorful exhibition. The exhibition features a pink table with small figures and diagrams. The background includes educational displays and a bright map of the UK in pink.

This image shows a lively exhibition space. Several people are interacting with displays and informational panels, while colorful decor and artwork add vibrancy to the room. The words "WE GO WAY BACK" are displayed on a wall.

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The Francis Crick Institute@crick· Jul 8

Nearly 40 Crick scientists, staff, friends and family were part of the 35,000 people who marched in this year’s London Pride. Thanks to everyone who joined us to celebrate everything that Pride represents, and to remind people of the day-to-day challenges that still exist in LGBTQIA+ communities.

The Francis Crick Institute@crick· Jun 4

An international team of scientists, led by @charlesswanton.bsky.social lab at the Crick and @ucl.ac.uk and funded by @cancerresearchuk.org, have identified a signature of 14 proteins in the blood that can predict lung cancer risk over five years before diagnosis. www.crick.ac.uk/news/2026-06...

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The Francis Crick Institute@crick· May 28

1/2 Meet the panellists for the first two recordings of season two of our podcast, A Question of Science. Book your tickets now to be part of the live studio audience at the recordings on 17 June, live at the Crick: lostintv.com/tv-show?id=1...

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The Francis Crick Institute@crick· May 13

Mark your calendars – our next exhibition, We Go Way Back, will open to the public on Thursday 16 July. Discover how ancient DNA and the revolutionary science behind it are revealing just how deeply connected we all are. Find out more ➡️ www.crick.ac.uk/news/2026-05...

The Francis Crick Institute@crick· May 8

Happy 100th birthday to Sir David Attenborough. His work has helped to bring science to millions of people around the world, and we’ve been lucky enough to welcome him to the Crick over the years to share his passion and enthusiasm with us.

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The Francis Crick Institute@crick· May 7

Tickets are available for live recordings of our chart‑topping podcast, A Question of Science. Join Professor Brian Cox and expert panels as they explore your questions on addiction, the teenage brain, saving our oceans and more. Book tickets and send in your questions: lostintv.com/tv-show?id=1...

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The Francis Crick Institute@crick· Apr 13

These stem cell-based models help researchers to study the 'missing four weeks' of embryo development – a period long unseen by science. Explore @nmoris.bsky.social's work with these models and what's next for research and regulation: www.crick.ac.uk/news/2026-03...

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The Francis Crick Institute@crick· Apr 8

If you're based at UCL, Imperial College London or King's College London, sign up for our newsletter for our university partners to keep up with training, events and news from the Crick: https://www.crick.ac.uk/sign-up-for-our-newsletter-for-university-partners

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The Francis Crick Institute@crick· Apr 2

Don’t miss out on More Questions of Science. We’ve recorded six bonus episodes, revisiting some of the biggest themes from previous episodes of A Question of Science Listen to all six brand-new episodes on your favourite podcast platform: www.lnk.to/AQuestionOfScienceBB

The Francis Crick Institute@crick· Mar 30

Crick evolutionary biologist @margaridamcm.bsky.social is working with conservation charity ZSL to investigate an enduring mystery: how the placenta has evolved with incredible variation across species. Read the full story: www.crick.ac.uk/news/2026-03...

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The Francis Crick Institute@crick· Mar 23

“I think it’s a real mistake to forget where the pipeline for all this begins.” John Diffley reflects on the importance of basic research, his mission to decode DNA replication and recreate it in the lab, and the scientific optimism of the 1960s that helped shape it. www.crick.ac.uk/news/2026-03...

The Francis Crick Institute@crick· Mar 4

Two Crick group leaders are joining Cancer Grand Challenges teams to tackle big questions in cancer research. Leanne Li leads a team studying how tumours interact with the nervous system, and Vivian Li joins a @ucl.ac.uk-led team working to rewire cancer cells. 🔗 www.crick.ac.uk/news/2026-03...

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The Francis Crick Institute@crick· Feb 25

Thanks to His Royal Highness Prince William for visiting the Crick today to explore how education, research and innovation are helping to deliver benefits in the UK and across the world – from antimicrobial resistance to the biology underlying our mental health. 🔗 www.crick.ac.uk/news/2026-02...

His Royal Highness Prince William is talking with Edith Heard, who is to his left, inside a well-lit building entrance. They are both smiling and walking towards the camera.

His Royal Highness Prince William Is sitting at a round table with a group of students. They are all wearing safety glasses, and he is holding a pipette. There is a variety of scientific instruments in the middle of the table.

His Royal Highness Prince William is sitting in front of a microscope wearing a lab coat. He is laughing while looking towards someone to his left, also in a lab coat. They are both inside a large white room.

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The Francis Crick Institute@crick· Feb 25

More Questions of Science are on their way. In the coming weeks, Brian and past experts from A Question of Science take a deeper dive into topics from previous episodes. Listen to the first of six upcoming bonus episodes now: 🔗 lnk.to/MQOSAgeingBB

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The Francis Crick Institute@crick· Feb 5

Today, we’re launching a new company, ALTx Therapeutics. Founded by Simon Boulton, the company will develop the first precision therapies targeting ALT cancers, in partnership with Slingshot Therapeutics Limited and @crhorizons.bsky.social. Find out more ➡️ www.crick.ac.uk/news/2026-02...

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The Francis Crick Institute@crick· Dec 5

This image was made in Blender to show how the protein spectrin fits into the pocket of an enzyme complex known as PP1/Phactr1 while undergoing dephosphorylation. Dephosphorylation, and the reverse process phosphorylation, are key mechanisms in cell signalling pathways.

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The Francis Crick Institute@crick· Dec 3

Could we build a human from scratch? Join our expert panellists as they answer audience questions about lab grown organs, brain implants and synthetic DNA. Listen now on your favourite podcast platform: lnk.to/AQOSBioengin...

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The Francis Crick Institute@crick· Nov 28

The award for unsung hero went to Tapoka Mkandawire.

The Francis Crick Institute@crick· Nov 28

The award for reducing, refining or replacing the use of animals in research went to Jakson Luk.

The Francis Crick Institute@crick· Nov 28

The award for engaging and inspiring the public went to This Is For Me – This Is For Science.

The Francis Crick Institute@crick· Nov 28

The award for contributing to an inclusive culture went to Caroline Ransom.

The Francis Crick Institute@crick· Nov 28

The award for supporting future leaders went to Adrian Hayday.

The Francis Crick Institute@crick· Nov 28

The award for creative collaboration went to the MANIFEST team.

The Francis Crick Institute@crick· Nov 28

The award for contributing to our world class science went to the Viral Vector Core team.

The Francis Crick Institute@crick· Nov 28

The award for supporting our world class science went to Robert Moore.

The Francis Crick Institute@crick· Nov 28

The science achievement award winners were Borzo Gharibi, Bishara Marzook, Paola Peinado Fernandez, Marco Stazi, Claudio Ballabio, Carles Bosch Pinol, Christopher Chan Jin Jie, Jake Cornwall Scoones and Samson Glaser.

The Francis Crick Institute@crick· Nov 28

Last night we held our annual Crick Awards ceremony, presented by our Director Edith Heard, COO Claire Hook and guest host @bobbyseagull.bsky.social to celebrate the amazing people behind everything we do here. Follow the posts below to see this year's winners.