What we do
The Loke CTR brings together researchers from across Cambridge to advance understanding of the placenta, early development and the biology of pregnancy.
We fund and train the next generation of researchers, provide specialist resources, and create opportunities for scientists to share ideas and build collaborations.
We support outstanding early-career researchers to develop independent programmes of innovative research into the placenta, early development and the biology of pregnancy.
Loke CTR-funded PhD studentships
We fund PhD projects that align with our research priorities and are jointly supervised by researchers from different departments and institutes across Cambridge.
Our international course combines expert lectures and interactive workshops on fundamental concepts, research methods and the latest advances in placental biology.
Annual Trophoblast Research Meeting
Our Annual Meeting brings together basic and clinical researchers to share discoveries, exchange ideas and build new collaborations.
Placental and Endometrial Biobank
Our biobank gives Cambridge researchers access to ethically donated placental and endometrial tissue to support research into pregnancy, reproduction and disease.
The Centre houses several collections of unique archival histological material, most notably the Boyd and Dixon collections of placenta-in-situ sections
Seminars, Journal Club and our annual Away Day give members regular opportunities to share work, learn from one another and build connections.