Babraham Institute launches new website
Today we’ve unveiled our new website offering dynamic and responsive ways to explore the Institute’s research, staff, opportunities and activities.
J A Kemp & CPA Global sign new long-term contract for renewals and IP support services
J A Kemp has entered into a new ten-year strategic agreement with intellectual property (IP) management services and software provider CPA Global, building on the long-standing successful relationship between the two firms.
Growing 3D lung tissue in the lab to beat cancer
Help two University of Cambridge doctors build real lung tissue using stem cells to uncover more about the biggest cancer killer.
Chain Reaction is just days away
The Chain Reaction is back for its fourth year, bigger and better than ever. At this spectacular Cambridge Science Centre event at the Guildhall on Saturday (22 November), families, schools and local companies will get stuck into building a huge chain of crazy contraptions that trigger one another around the room and across the stage.
Do you have the 2% mindset?
Do you have the 2% mindset? Where in your career or your life are you choosing to take the safe option instead of doing what you'd most like, because fear is getting in the way, asks Hilary Jeanes of PurpleLine Consulting.
Horizon Discovery Group signs agreement with top pharma company for approximately $750,000
Horizon Discovery Group plc, a leading provider of research tools to support translational genomics and the development of personalized medicines, today announced that its Horizon CombinatoRx division has been contracted by a top ten pharma company to profile a lead oncology asset. Under the terms of the agreement, Horizon CombinatoRx will be paid approximately USD $750,000 (GBP £469,000) for…
Ferret genome study provides clues to how the respiratory system responds
In what is likely to be a major step forward in the study of influenza, cystic fibrosis and other human disease, an international research effort has sequenced the ferret genome and used the sequence to analyse how influenza and cystic fibrosis affects respiratory tissues at the cellular level.
Johnson Matthey wins corporate reporting award
Johnson Matthey has been awarded ‘Best Sustainability and Stakeholder Disclosure in the FTSE 100’ by the Institute of Chartered Secretaries and Administrators.
First FinTech Weekend to challenge the big bank theory
Accelerate Cambridge, Cambridge Judge Business School’s in-house start-up “accelerator”, is hosting the first ever Cambridge FinTech Startup Weekend next weekend (21-23 November).
Construction begins on the University of Cambridge Primary School
Construction of the University of Cambridge Primary School began last week, marked by a groundbreaking ceremony with the Vice-Chancellor, Professor Sir Leszek Borysiewicz, as guest of honour.
MedImmune presents promising new data in systemic lupus
MedImmune, the global biologics research and development arm of AstraZeneca, today announced it will be presenting positive data from a Phase IIb study on sifalimumab, a novel monoclonal antibody targeting interferon being investigated for treatment in patients with moderate to severe systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE or lupus), at the American College of Rheumatology (ACR) 2014 Annual Meeting in…
MedImmune presents positive Phase IIB data for rheumatoid arthritis treatment
MedImmune, the global biologics research and development arm of AstraZeneca, today announced positive results from a Phase IIb study of mavrilimumab, a first-in-class investigational monoclonal antibody for the treatment of rheumatoid arthritis (RA). Study results are being presented in several abstracts at the American College of Rheumatology (ACR) 2014 Annual Meeting taking place in Boston, MA.
Putting your business in the frame
They say a picture’s worth a thousand words – and in marketing, it’s often more. With the use of smartphones at an all-time global high, capturing the moment has never been easier: and it’s never been more vital. But as with all things that are used to promote your business, please handle with extreme caution, warns Spirus.
Cambridge University Museums joins Conference Cambridge portfolio
The official venue-finding service for the University of Cambridge, the Colleges and other unique properties has announced that five of Cambridge University’s Museums have joined the Conference Cambridge portfolio.
Prof Bob Watson receives United Nations award for services to science
The Champions of the Earth Award is the United Nations’ highest environmental accolade, awarded to those whose service to the environment is saving lives, improving livelihoods and bettering environmental governance and conservation.
Who wants to win some books?
To celebrate Eimear McBride’s incredible debut novel, Cambridge Literary Festival is offering FIVE free copies of A Girl is a Half-Formed Thing.
Shell Springboard applications close on 5 December 2014
Small enterprises applying for the 2015 Shell Springboard Awards only have until 5pm, Friday 5th December 2014, to submit an entry for the chance to win a “no strings attached” business award worth up to £150,000.
Michell humidity calibration instruments ensure product quality in pharmaceutical production
Michell Instruments not only produce a comprehensive range of humidity calibration instruments and equipment, the company’s world-wide network of application engineers offer support and training in this complex field, which ensures that pharmaceutical companies get the best value for money from their investment.
Breakthrough Business Class: conquering international trade
A series of six Breakthrough Business Classes from Santander guides delegates through different areas of business growth and development.
Intellectual Property - what investors are looking for and avoiding the pitfalls
J A Kemp is hosting a free webinar on the subject of ‘What investors are looking for and avoiding the pitfalls’ for all businesses.
Patent Box – compromise with Germany
The UK and Germany have reached a compromise over tax breaks provided for by the UK Patent Box.
New partnerships put Milton Keynes at heart of $400bn Smart Cities revolution
Tech Mahindra Ltd. a specialist in digital transformation, consulting and business re-engineering, today announced that it has joined forces with The Open University (OU) and Milton Keynes Council (Council) in leading the charge in the United Kingdom’s Smart Cities revolution.
Brookside actress made Champion of Alzheimer's Research UK
Former Brookside actress Paula Frances Muldoon, from Waterloo in Merseyside, has been made a Champion of Alzheimer’s Research UK in recognition of her exceptional support of the charity.
Women in science and engineering celebrated at 2014 WISE Awards
Nine role models championing the cause of women in science, technology, engineering and mathematics were presented with a national award by HRH The Princess Royal last night (Thurs) in a glittering ceremony to mark the 30th anniversary of the WISE Campaign.
Birketts sign up to the Corporate Covenant
Birketts, the multi-award winning top 100 law firm based in the East of England, has signed a pledge to support employees who train, and are often deployed, as Reservists.