What are smart motorways and how do they work?
Smart motorway technology is deployed to actively manage traffic flows and optimise the motorway network. Stuart Wilson, Technical Director at Jacobs, explains the types of smart motorway technology and how they are used to achieve operational outcomes.
Local companies support Addenbrooke’s Breast Cancer Appeal
Neaves & Neat recruitment consultancy and Mr Hugh’s rapeseed oil are supporting this year's Addenbrooke's Breast Cancer Appeal to help screen one more patient every day.
Stocks in Focus: McColl’s
This week Oliver Phillips of NW Brown focuses on McColl’s Retail Group, the UK-based convenience store retailer with a strong focus on neighbourhood locations (rather than high streets).
New appointment at the Granta Centre guarantees premier conferencing experience
TWI is delighted to announce the appointment of experienced hospitality industry professional Andrew Bell, to manage its newly built Granta Centre conferencing facilities.
Organisations urged to keep on top of penetration testing and PCI compliance
IT Governance, the leading provider of cyber security, PCI DSS and penetration testing services and products, is urging organisations to keep on top of their penetration testing, PCI DSS compliance and information security as cyber attacks continue to provide major financial incentives for cyber criminals.
Amino secures software licensing contract with PCCW Media
Amino software will support innovative “all-in-one” 4K UHD experience to Hong Kong customers.
The Brexit effect – expert insights into how businesses are faring
It may be several months or even years before we see the true impact of Brexit, but the effects are already being felt across a number of sectors. Although some businesses remain positive but cautious, others are starting to feel the possible blight of our historic decision.
Cambridge Index climbs 1%
The Cambridge index rose 1% or 227.8 points to settle at 23,160.4, as index heavyweights such as ARM Holdings, Johnson Matthey and DS Smith recorded weekly gains to their share prices.
KISS provides Gold support for Innovation
KISS is pleased to announce that it will be sponsoring the Innovation Leaders Conference this year.
Time of day influences our susceptibility to infection, study finds
We are more susceptible to infection at certain times of the day as our body clock affects the ability of viruses to replicate and spread between cells, suggests new research from the University of Cambridge.
A turning point in surgical care
How innovating for emerging markets is set to disrupt the global surgical care industry.
Interested in doing business in China?
A Chinese delegation, soon to visit Cambridge, is looking to attract local companies that might choose to set up in its ‘Free Trade Zone’ in Shanghai.
Cambourne to Cambridge report deferred
A report outlining preferred options for improved bus, cycle and walking journeys between Cambourne and Cambridge will now be published next month.
Domino Printing Sciences’ new £19 million factory in China opens up business opportunities
A foundation stone-laying ceremony was held recently for Domino China’s new factory in Changshu – Domino Printing Technology (Changshu) Co. Limited – attended by the Domino Asia-Pacific Management Team, leaders of the Changshu Economic Development Zone and representatives from the construction party.
‘Serial acquirers’ (like Olympic runners) can be predicted in advance
Serial company acquirers, like elite Olympic runners but unlike serial killers, can easily be profiled in advance, finds new academic study co-authored at Cambridge Judge Business School.
Anthias Consulting launches new Metabolomics training courses
Anthias Consulting are excited to launch a range of training courses within the field of biochemistry, with two Metabolomics training courses scheduled for November 2016.
AlgoDynamix is going for gold at this year's BBVA Open Talent 2016
AlgoDynamix has secured a place to compete at this year's BBVA Open Talent 2016 competition.
Anglia Ruskin launches awards to celebrate its success stories
Anglia Ruskin University is to celebrate the achievements of its former students with new awards, launched today by its Vice Chancellor, Professor Iain Martin.
Sainsbury’s donates £3,560 to help disabled people in the Cambridge area
Sainsbury’s on Sidney Street, Cambridge has been busy fundraising for local disability charity Papworth Trust, raising over £3,500 to help local disabled people.
Studio 24 takes part in Cambridgeshire’s first EACH Colour Dash
On Saturday the Studio 24 team donned their luminous orange running shirts and took part in the Cambridgeshire Colour Dash in aid of East Anglia’s Children’s Hospice (EACH).
Kx financial analytics technology tackles ‘Big Data’ crop research at Earlham Institute
Kx Systems (Kx) has been chosen by the Earlham Institute (EI) as their technology partner for a new project which will revolutionise research into bioinformatics and promote a sustainable bioeconomy.
Aesthetics over athletics when it comes to women in sport
Men are two to three times more likely than women to be mentioned when it comes to discussing sport and sporting achievement, according to new research by language experts at Cambridge University Press.
Residents dig deep to raise thousands for local charities
Caring tenants at some of Cambridge City Council’s sheltered housing schemes have raised the remarkable sum of almost £7,000 for deserving charities in recent years.
Thales announces support for AWS Key Management Service
Thales, leader in critical information systems, cyber security and data protection, announces support for AWS Key Management Service (KMS) with enhanced security and control through bring your own key (BYOK) with hardware key protection.
Oktoberfest comes to Jesus Green next month
Traditional Bavarian revelry is coming to Cambridge next month, for the city’s first German Oktoberfest.