
Cambridge's Youngest Black Professor Resigns Amid Scrutiny Over Life Story
Jason Arday, Cambridge's youngest black professor at 37, resigned amid scrutiny over his academic work and life story, including claims about his autism and learning journey

Jason Arday, Cambridge's youngest black professor at 37, resigned amid scrutiny over his academic work and life story, including claims about his autism and learning journey

British sociologist Jason Arday, formerly the youngest black professor at Cambridge University, has resigned after the university launched an investigation into his academic qualifications amid allegations of plagiarism.

Cambridge academics are demanding an independent inquiry into the 2023 appointment of Professor Jason Arday, who resigned following controversies over plagiarism, exaggerated credentials, and public scrutiny.

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A Cambridge University astrophysics professor, Wyn Evans, alleges the Institute of Astronomy tolerates misogyny and bullying, and retaliated against whistleblowers. The university denies the claims, calling them a "vendetta" against the director.

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