Epigenetic discovery suggests DNA modifications more diverse than previously thought
The world of epigenetics – where molecular ‘switches’ attached to DNA turn genes on and off – has just got bigger with the discovery by a team of scientists from the University of Cambridge of a new type of epigenetic modification.
Cambridge Index eases 2.2%
The Cambridge Index retreated 2.2% or 379.4 points to end at 17,246.9, led by losses in index heavyweights such as ARM Holdings, AVEVA Group and Xaar.
Brookgate secures two new firms for CB1
Brookgate has announced two lettings - to the Raspberry Pi Foundation and law firm JA Kemp - at 30 Station Road, a 22,500 sq ft office block at the heart of CB1, the new city quarter based around Cambridge Station.
Cambridge conference explores development of user interfaces for mass market devices
Julian Coates from Altia will discuss how 'graphical user interface' development will be key to harnessing the power of IoT at The UK Device Developers' Conference next year.
Cambridge Ahead summarises its progress in 2015
If its first year was one of quiet development of its agenda items, 2015 has been a year when Cambridge Ahead has made real progress in key projects. This Winter briefing comes at a time when its membership has reached 38 organisations.
NanoOK: quality control for portable, rapid, low-cost DNA sequencing
Scientists at The Genome Analysis Centre (TGAC) have been putting Oxford Nanopore’s MinION sequencer through its paces with an open-source, sequence alignment-based genome analysis tool called ‘NanoOK’.
Stem cells likely to be safe for use in regenerative medicine, study confirms
Cambridge researchers have found the strongest evidence to date that human pluripotent stem cells – cells that can give rise to all tissues of the body – will develop normally once transplanted into an embryo. The findings, published in the journal Cell Stem Cell, could have important implications for regenerative medicine.
Lars Dreiøe joins Sobi as Senior Vice President, Chief Quality & Compliance Officer
Swedish Orphan Biovitrum AB (publ)(Sobi) has announced that Lars Dreiøe has been appointed Senior Vice President Chief Quality & Compliance Officer (CQCO). Lars Dreiøe joins Sobi from global pharmaceutical company ALK in Denmark where he has been International Head of Quality.
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New smartphone-based system could accelerate development of driverless cars
Two technologies which use deep learning techniques to help machines to see and recognise their location and surroundings could be used for the development of driverless cars and autonomous robotics – and can be used on a regular camera or smartphone.
Brennan -v- Prior: a warning on costs
The 2015 case of Brennan –v- Prior is an important reminder of the costs risks faced by litigants and the potentially life-changing implications of losing a hard fought case at trial. Kate Harris of Hewitsons explains.
Signagelive appoints a Global Trainer and Software Consultant
Signagelive, global suppliers of cloud-based digital signage technology, announced today the appointment of Pete Colquitt as 'Trainer and Software Consultant - Global'.
Camelot and Featurespace announce responsible play analytics project
National Lottery operator Camelot and Featurespace have announced the start of a project which will further enhance Camelot’s existing processes for identifying and protecting online players at potential risk of harmful play.
Tame your computer - the top 10 tips of 2015
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 offers her top 10 tips from the past year - the best of 2015.
How an experienced recruitment agency could add real value to your hiring process
The New Year is an excellent time for businesses to begin proactively planning their recruitment strategy for 2016, and beyond, and a good recruitment agency can add real value to this process.
Nanomaterials now available from Strem Chemicals
Since its inception, Strem Chemicals UK has focused on offering unique organometallic compounds for both academic and industrial research purposes.
Solar back from the brink?
Last week the Government launched its response to its Consultation on the Feed in Tariff (FiT) and Renewables Obligation (RO). Lark Energy writes: Overall the Government has listened to some of the concerns expressed by the tens of thousands of respondents to the Consultation on the FiT. It has however implemented in full its proposals for the RO.
Beware the 'awestruck effect' of too-charismatic leaders in the workplace
Charismatic leaders should be aware they cause followers to suppress emotions, which can harm companies over the long term, says a new study.
Tablets prescribed to improve progress of nurses
More than 200 nursing students at Anglia Ruskin University will have their progress measured by an app while they are out on placement with NHS Trusts, thanks to a £100,000 grant.
How real is the science in 'Star Wars'?
The anticipation is over: The Force Awakens is with us. To a self-confessed geek like Karen Yu from Cambridge University's Institute for Manufacturing, this is like all of her Christmases coming at once. It also raises some very important questions: what is the Force, how do you make a lightsaber – and does the new film finally put to rest the ghost of The Phantom Menace?
Birketts voted ‘Best for Business Law - East England’
Birketts, the top 100 law firm based in East Anglia, has been voted ‘Best for Business Law - East England’ at this year’s Wealth & Finance magazine’s Finance Awards.
International honour for young photographer
Anglia Ruskin student Megan Lovell is celebrating after receiving an Honourable Mention at the UNICEF Photo of the Year Awards, which features the work of professionals from some of the world’s leading photo agencies.
Teens talk transport: Highways England helps young people consider construction careers
Young people from across the county have been given an insight into the wide range of career opportunities available in the construction industry.
Council grants for voluntary groups help people most in need
Cambridge City Council is set to provide local groups with £900,000 of grant funding as part of its community grants scheme.
Councils to develop plans for shared finance service
Cambridge City Council and South Cambridgeshire District Council are set to reduce costs by creating a shared Finance service for the two councils.