£6 million grant fund launched for energetic businesses
A £6 million grant fund has been launched to help more than 200 companies unlock innovations in offshore renewable energy.
New figures signal increase in high value fraud against businesses in the South East
Commercial businesses in the South East came under attack from fraudsters in the first half of 2016 to the tune of £84.1m, according to research out today.
STEM students invited to apply for Science Group bursary
Sagentia’s parent company Science Group invites STEM students to apply for its annual bursary scheme, supporting the development of science, technology, engineering and maths skills.
Cambridge Index advances 0.6%
The Cambridge Index rose 0.6% or 127 points to settle at 22,787.3, as seven of the top ten index heavyweights posted weekly gains to their share prices.
Nature makes us happier about our bodies
Research shows enjoying the natural environment improves body appreciation.
Leaders consider implications of Brexit for city
Leaders from the business, academic, NHS and political communities – including Cambridge Network’s CEO, Claire Ruskin – will come together this Friday (5 August) to discuss the implications of the leave decision following the referendum on Britain’s membership of the European Union (EU).
Robots emerging as agricultural co-workers
Advanced engineering could be the solution for the sustainable intensification of agriculture, as technology for producing service robots reaches maturity. Experts in robotics from University of Cambridge, University of Lincoln and Harper Adams University will be discussing the latest developments during Agri-Tech East’s ‘Pollinator’ event on 11 October 2016.
Cambridge Declaration sets out the values and objectives of the city in the wake of Brexit
A manifesto for the Cambridge city region in response to the EU Referendum result has been finalised and released. The Cambridge Declaration is a values-based document originated by Lord Lansley CBE and developed as a result of a meeting of political, academic and business leaders from the city held on 8th July.
A day in the life of an intern at Money Mover
Callum, the latest Intern at Money Mover, takes us through his typical day.
The A14 Informal Networking Meetup
The A14 Informal Networking Meetup is a relaxed environment where business owners and professionals can meet over coffee on a Friday morning.
Qi3’s Concise Strategy Review steers companies through challenging times
Every few years, companies meet a major turning point in their development. It could be a new product launch to transform the company, the need for further fund raising or exit, a major change in the management, or a radical change in the business landscape such as Brexit...
Papworth Trust finalists at the ERSA Employability Awards
Leading disability charity Papworth Trust were finalists at the ERSA Employability Awards 2016. They were successful in reaching the final for the Disability and Health Employment Award and Advisor of the Year Award, where Employment Advisor Laura Venning made the final four.
Newly-discovered mechanism influences how immune cells ‘eat’ invading bacteria
A new mechanism that affects how our immune cells perform – and hence their ability to prevent disease – has been discovered by an international team of researchers led by Cambridge scientists.
Exhibition reunites artworks from Captain Scott’s final expedition – a century on
A new exhibition has reunited the iconic photography of Herbert Ponting with the watercolours of Edward Wilson – more than a century after the two Antarctic explorers first dreamt up their plan for a joint exhibition.
COLOUR: The art and science of illuminated manuscripts
Some of the finest illuminated manuscripts in the world – treasures combining gold and precious pigments – are now on display in celebration of the Fitzwilliam Museum’s bicentenary.
Mills & Reeve advises Eckoh on multi-million pound deal to acquire Klick2Contact
Law firm Mills & Reeve has advised AIM quoted Eckoh plc on their acquisition of customer engagement specialists Klick2Contact.
Poor communication and arduous processes deter millennials from roles in big business
Onerous recruitment processes and poor communication by businesses are leaving millennials disillusioned and frustrated when applying for graduate jobs, warns new research.
Tame your computer - now you see it, now you don't
In her regular series for Cambridge Network members, software training expert Karen Roem offers handy tips to help you 'Tame your computer'. This week she describes how to temporarily hide page breaks, headers and footers (Microsoft Word*)...
NW Brown experts consider the Lifetime ISA
In the latest edition of the NW Brown newsletter, its experts look at the Lifetime ISA - the beginning of the end for conventional pensions?
Allia seeks a lead researcher for a ‘silver economy market’ project
A new European-funded research project is launching this autumn to boost the ‘silver economy’. As one of the main project partners, Allia is seeking a lead researcher to develop new financial models for housing and supporting ‘living laboratories’.
Nexus-IE helps Asymptote meet growing demand for VIA Freeze freezers
Nexus-IE, a manufacturer of specialist medical equipment, has today confirmed that it has built ten VIA Freeze systems for Cambridge-based Asymptote to help the company meet a surge in demand for its unique nitrogen-free controlled rate freezers.
The Cambridge Roar raises £16,000 for Arthur Rank Hospice as support is extended until 2018
The Cambridge Roar Festival has raised £16,000 for Arthur Rank Hospice Charity! As the amount was announced, it was revealed that both The Cambridge Roar and Quy Mill Hotel have chosen the Hospice as their charity of choice until the end of December 2018.
Rare WWI Sopwith Pup aircraft on display at IWM Duxford this summer
Visitors to IWM Duxford this summer will have the chance to see a rare First World War Sopwith Pup aircraft, which is currently on display in the Air and Sea exhibition.
Birketts secures international exit for healthcare specialist
Law firm Birketts has advised the owners on the sale of the Medisafe Group to STERIS, a US based corporation, in a £27m deal.
Stone King grows education team
Cambridge law firm Stone King has strengthened its education team with more senior appointments.