Parkwalk and Cambridge Enterprise launch tenth University of Cambridge Enterprise Fund
Cambridge, November 2024 - Parkwalk Advisors, in collaboration with Cambridge Enterprise, is proud to announce the launch of the University of Cambridge Enterprise Fund X (UCEF X).
The Epicentre launches a new growth accelerator programme to help its occupiers build for their future
The Epicentre at Haverhill has launched a growth accelerator programme to help its clients’ growth with two unique options to suit startups, R&D spinouts, and established SMEs
Cambridge Innovation Capital (CIC) invests in Forefront RF
Cambridge Innovation Capital (CIC), a leading venture capital firm embedded in the Cambridge UK ecosystem, is pleased to announce its investment in Forefront RF, with the completion of a £16 million Series A financing round.
Meteor Inkjet launches MetVision for nozzle status detection and correction
Meteor Inkjet Ltd, leading supplier of industrial inkjet printhead driving solutions, further expands its software offering with the launch of MetVision, software for machine-vision-aided nozzle status detection and correction; and streamlined printer configuration and calibration.
Arm announces appointment of Charlotte Eaton as Chief People Officer
Arm Holdings plc announces the appointment of Charlotte Eaton as chief people officer (CPO) with immediate effect. Eaton will lead the Arm global people organization and report to Arm CEO Rene Haas.
Qkine announces a new sales distribution agreement in Türkiye with distributor Pitagen
Qkine, a leading manufacturer of high purity bioactive proteins, is pleased to announce its new sales distribution agreement with leading cell biology and stem cell reagent supplier Pitagen.
Greater Manchester and Cambridge strengthen Innovation Partnership to drive economic growth
Visit from Manchester Mayor signals a new era of collaboration between two UK innovation hubs with a focus on boosting regional economies and fostering inclusive growth.
AI innovation is powering the Net Zero transition, as patent activity soars in the Energy sector according to Marks & Clerk’s 2024 AI Report
Recognition of the transformational capability of AI in strengthening resilience to climate change and supporting the reduction of emissions has the potential to propel the energy sector towards new innovations, according to intellectual property firm Marks & Clerk.
Strategies for combination therapy in oncology – Part three: Thinking outside the box
This article is published in PM360
World’s first ear-worn AI/ML platform for physiological monitoring introduced by Nokia Bell Labs and Cambridge Future Tech
Cambridge Future Tech has entered into a relationship with Nokia Bell Labs and Nokia Ventures & Partnerships, to establish OmniBuds LTD, for the commercialization of Nokia Bell Labs OmniBuds platform, the world’s first ear-worn AI/ML computing platform designed to monitor vital signs, including heart and respiration rates, as well as users’ physical activities and audio experiences.
Promoting UK-China digital healthcare collaboration: constructive talks between EFEC and IDMT
On October 31st, Ms. Lin Li, CEO of Excellence First (EFEC), met with Mr. Liu Yu, a key figure at the Institute of Digital Medical Technology (IDMT) at the Shanghai Yangtze Delta Innovation Institute. Mr. Liu holds multiple roles, including Senior Engineer, International Technology Transfer Manager, Executive Director, and General Manager. The meeting focused on how EFEC and IDMT can jointly…
Brockbank Plaut Consulting forms strategic alliance with Arttteo Software Development
Brockbank Plaut Consulting Limited has recently formed a strategic alliance with Arttteo Software Development. Arttteo, based in Georgia (Europe), Arttteo has built a significant talent pool; and has developed specialist expertise in Augmented Reality and Virtual Reality (AR/VR), in which Arttteo ranks in the global top 10 according to Clutch (https://clutch.co/developers/virtual-reality) as…
Analytics for clinical development strategy: A unified approach to optimizing return on investment in R&D
Despite the rapid scientific advances with new targets, modalities, and biomarkers, the return on invested capital (ROIC) in novel therapeutics remains low. The problem stems from the large investment needed, high risks of failure, and long timelines until revenues can be realized.
Infertility - A public health concern
The World Health Organization (WHO) estimates that one out of six people globally are impacted by the inability to conceive a child.
Keeping your innovation secure: support for emerging tech startups
Innovative UK companies are attractive targets for state actors looking to steal technology, competitors seeking commercial advantage and criminals looking to profit from companies with weak security. Many businesses remain vulnerable through failing to implement basic security measures. Vital support is available from the UK’s National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC) and National Protective…
Riding the waves of change: Xingzhi Education and EFEC renew post-pandemic partnership for skills development
The UK’s National Foundation for Educational Research (NFER) predicts that over one million UK jobs could be lost to technological advancements and automation in the next decade.
Roland Acra, former CTO at Cisco, joins Nu Quantum as a Board Advisor
Roland Acra is the former CTO at Cisco and head of their Data Centre networking and server product division.
Exploring future collaborations: EFEC and WAITRO discuss international cooperation for sustainability
Excellence First Enterprise Consultancy Ltd (EFEC) is pleased to share the highlights of a recent meeting between our CEO, Lily Lin, and Dr. Paul Burrows, the Secretary General of the World Association of Industrial and Technological Research Organizations (WAITRO).
TTP plc proudly sponsors Cambridge Network’s “Women in STEM: Strategies for an Impactful Career” event
TTP plc, a leading technology and product development company, has been announced as the headline sponsor of the upcoming “Women in STEM: Strategies for an Impactful Career” event.
New podcast from Crayfish.io
Crayfish.io recently launched a full-length podcast, talking about cross-border business and investment between the UK and China.
Protect your website and customers
October is Cyber Security Awareness Month—a perfect opportunity for businesses in Cambridge and Cambridgeshire to strengthen their website security. Granite5 underscores the critical importance of protecting customer data, preventing downtime, and maintaining brand trust. By understanding common threats like malware, DDoS attacks, and phishing, and implementing essential measures such as HTTPS…
International award for ‘Connie the Puppet’ reveals an appetite for change in ethics and compliance
The award-winning project takes an innovative approach to ethics and compliance – making it tangible, accessible, engaging – and most importantly – actionable for all employees.
Cambridge reveals innovation blueprint to become world’s leading science and tech region
With the aim to achieve the same level of innovation in the next 10 years as the last 25 years.
Cognidox unveils exciting new integration features in v10.4 release
Cognidox, a leading provider of document management solutions for the high-tech, medical device, and life sciences industries, has unveiled the latest innovations in their v10.4 platform release.
The economic cost of living with a rare disease across Europe
Although rare diseases affect a relatively small number of patients, collectively there are an estimated 30 million people in Europe living with 6,000-7,000 known rare diseases (RDs).