Voyage Manager launches next generation travel tracker
Leading travel tracking provider Voyage Manager releases the next generation travel tracker.
Zinwave to launch new unified connectivity solution for wireless and IP communications
Zinwave’s new unified connectivity suite will deliver a one-layer network that supports all mobile, public safety and IP services.
Cambridge BHF Furniture & Electrical store urgently seeks donations
Cambridge British Heart Foundation (BHF) Furniture & Electrical store is urgently appealing to local residents to have a clear out and donate any unwanted household goods such as sofas, beds, dining tables, wardrobes and TVs. One hundred percent of the profits raised from donations will go into the fight against heart disease and fund the BHF’s life-saving research.
Have you been looking to find replacements for some of Siemens' discontinued RIA kits?
Siemens Healthcare Diagnostics (formerly DPC) and Diasorin will discontinue the supply of their RIA product lines and stop all assistance for these products in 2014.
Eight simple Marketing and PR tips for SMEs
Good marketing is a crucial part of any company’s business strategy. However, when competing against major players, small businesses often struggle to establish themselves in the market without spending vast amounts of money on marketing and PR. Justine Smith, Managing Director of KISS PR offers SMEs her top tips for gaining cut through in a cost effective manner.
New York trade mission: women in business
The latest Santander Breakthrough Trade Mission saw nine female delegates head to New York to explore the potential of the US export market
Open University combines open access with research excellence
The Open University’s (OU) results in the Research Excellence Framework (REF) published today (Thursday 18 December) demonstrate world leading research excellence in many of its subjects. The OU is unique among UK universities having both an access mission and demonstrating research excellence.
Latest assessment of UK academic research ranks UEA 21st in the country
The quality and impact of research carried out at the University of East Anglia (UEA) has improved dramatically over the last six years, according to a major Government analysis released today.
First of new generation of cancer drugs granted European approval
A new drug for ovarian cancer, developed by researchers at the University of Cambridge and AstraZeneca, has today become the first of new class of drugs, known as PARP-inhibitors, to be granted approval anywhere in the world. The drug, Lynparza, has been granted Marketing Authorisation from the European Commission.
Research Excellence Framework confirms Cambridge’s global strength and depth in research
Almost nine out of ten (87%) University of Cambridge submissions for the UK’s Research Excellence Framework (REF) have been rated as ‘world leading’ or ‘internationally excellent’, demonstrating the institution’s strength in research, figures released today (Thursday) show.
Anglia Ruskin research recognised for its great impact
Anglia Ruskin University’s academic excellence has been recognised by the UK’s Higher Education funding bodies, with 12 areas classed as generating “world-leading” research.
Activ8rlives develops its first medical Smartwatch for continuous monitoring of oxygenation
Building on its growing respiratory disease self-management focus, Aseptika Limited announced that it has accelerated the development of its medical wearable Smartwatch, called the BuddyWOTCH(TM).
Easy PCR set-up with Tecan’s TouchTools™ PCR Wizard
Researchers at the National Institute for Environmental Protection and Research (Istituto Superiore per la Protezione e la Ricerca Ambientale, ISPRA) in Italy have been testing the TouchTools™ PCR Wizard with the Freedom EVO® PCR workstation to simplify complex genetics workflows.
Lynparza™ approved in EU as first-in-class treatment for advanced BRCA-mutated ovarian cancer
AstraZeneca today announced that the European Commission (EC) has granted Marketing Authorisation for Lynparza™ (olaparib) capsules (400mg twice daily) as the first therapy for the maintenance treatment of adult patients with platinum-sensitive relapsed BRCA-mutated (germline and/or somatic) high grade serous epithelial ovarian, fallopian tube, or primary peritoneal cancer who are in complete…
Professor Packham heads Business School
Professor Gary Packham has been appointed Dean of Anglia Ruskin University's Lord Ashcroft International Business School.
New research leader to improve wheat genomics joins TGAC and TSL
Ksenia Krasileva joins The Genome Analysis Centre’s (TGAC) Science Faculty to lead the Institute’s new Triticeae Genomics Group, in joint appointment with The Sainsbury Laboratory (TSL).
Domino integrates 1000th coder to its market-leading QuickDesign Platform
Domino has reached a milestone with the integration of its 1000th coder to the QuickDesign platform, at food supplier Rose Poultry, based in Denmark.
Broadcom announces set-top box platform to accelerate Mexico's analog-digital TV transition
Low-cost digital converters deliver combination of new features and reliability to consumers
European journalists see Cambridge highlights
A party of seven senior journalists representing MICE travel publications from across Europe has recently spent 36 hours in Cambridge, taking in the city’s finest locations.
UK deaths from Alzheimer’s up by 52%
Anglia Ruskin University Professor has been involved in a global study into mortality rates.
Lighter planes are the future
A global fleet of composite planes could reduce carbon emissions by up to 15 per cent, but the lighter planes alone will not enable the aviation industry to meet its emissions targets, according to new research.
Bango and Indosat launch carrier billing in Google Play
Bango is pleased to announce that Indosat, the leading Indonesian Mobile Network Operator, has used the Bango Payments Platform to launch one-click payment for Google Play customers.
Aqdot closes £2.55m funding round
Aqdot, a specialist chemical company originally spun out of the University of Cambridge with a focus in intelligent encapsulation, has completed a £2.55m oversubscribed funding round.
Cambridge office development reaches the top
The construction of a multi-million pound office development in Cambridge reached a significant milestone this week as contractors, Wates, held a ‘topping out’ ceremony to mark the building having reached its upper most point.
SME Summit: Growing Business in a Digital World
The latest SME Summit introduced delegates to a wealth of expert advice and information about adopting a more high-tech business model and taking the first step towards exporting in the digital world