Since becoming Vice-Chancellor, I have spoken often of Cambridge’s place at the forefront of tackling the world’s greatest challenges. Those challenges are not diminishing, and nor is our leading role in seeking the solutions the world so desperately needs. We know you — our most trusted, influential and loyal supporters and advocates — are keen to be conversant in the myriad ways in which Cambridge is researching, analysing and shaping the future. Through this new Cambridge Insight Series, we will share our latest research and invite you to discuss our strategies.