Cambridge Coding Extravaganza is a major success
The first-ever Cambridgeshire Coding Extravangaza last week saw 70 children aged 9 to 11 (Years 5 and 6) from 11 local schools* descend on the Centre for Computing History. At 10 different coding pods, they made fish go disco, Jelly Babies scream, robots’ eyes flash, fireworks explode and turtles walk...
iTrinegy's work with major healthcare provider shortlisted in Computer Weekly Awards
Cambridge-based IT technology vendor working with the NHS is recognised in public sector category for top European award.
Delicious presentations ('Do you want slides with that?')
For best results, think of your presentation as a meal.
Horizon Discovery and LGC awarded grant for next generation cancer diagnostics
Improving minimally invasive circulating DNA diagnostic assays supports implementation of stratified and personalized intervention strategies.
Six Cambridge academics named in the Queen's Birthday Honours List
Professor David Spiegelhalter, The Winton Professor for the Public Understanding of Risk in the Department of Applied Mathematics and Theoretical Physics, is one of six University of Cambridge academics recognised in the Queen's Birthday Honours List.
Tame your computer - set the style
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 apply and modify heading styles to titles and subtitles (Microsoft Word)...
e-Luminate Cambridge Festival has new Curator and is now open for submissions
Now in its third year, the e-Luminate Cambridge Festival focuses on the central role of light in the modern world and celebrates its global importance. It has established a reputation for its ambitious programme and attracts thousands of visitors to Cambridge to see art and innovative technology coming together against the unique backdrop of the city.
FotoInsight takes over operation of the website “Printing-1”
The fragmented photo print industry is undergoing concentration through acquisitions. The Cambridge online photo print service FotoInsight has taken over operation of the rival website “Printing-1”.
Founders, feasting and friends: Business of Software Conference final programme
Business of Software Conference Europe, 25-25 June Cambridge, has published the final programme and it’s a must-see with Kathy Sierra opening a packed two day programme of talks about building great software and great software companies.
Call for buskers!
Applications are now being taken from buskers for the forthcoming Cambridge Buskers and Street Performers Festival.
New technology will increase yield sustainably
New technologies in breeding, monitoring and decision-making have the potential to increase crop yields sustainably by 5% - 20%, according to speakers at a technical seminar hosted by Agri-Tech East at Cereals 2014 last week.
Agri-tech set to revitalise essential industry sector
Agri-tech provides the next focus for technology innovation, offering tangible returns within short lead times, says Dr Belinda Clarke, director of Agri-Tech East. The organisation is creating a global innovation hub for the sector.
PraxisUnico Impact Award winners announced
Steve Mould, science and TV presenter, announced the winners of PraxisUnico’s Impact Awards at a glittering ceremony in Cardiff last week.
Syrris launches Asia Flux electrochemistry module at IMRET 2014
Syrris, a world-leader in the field of flow chemistry, is pleased to announce the forthcoming launch of its Asia Flux electrochemistry module at the International Conferences on MicroREaction Technology (IMRET) in Budapest, Hungary, from 23rd to 25th June 2014.
BACTEST launches Speedy Breedy in the US brewing sector at MBAA Conference
BACTEST is proud to launch Speedy Breedy at the Master Brewers Association of the Americas [MBAA]. With the upsurge in US microbreweries, quality of beer will become a key factor for their continual growth.
Signature Senior Lifestyle building
AT Jones is working on the Signature Senior Lifestyle scheme, a new care home in Coombe, near Kingston-upon-Thames.
Cambridge Open Technology Workshop
An Open Technology workshop will take place on Friday 20 June 2014, at Cambridge University's Department of Engineering. Attendance is free of charge and open to the general public.
Bailey Fisher CFO dinner & discussion with Tim Bullock, co-founder of New Wave Ventures
Tim Bullock, Co-founder of New Wave Ventures, was the latest speaker to address Bailey Fisher Executive Search’s Dinner & Discussion group aimed at technology focused CFOs, at a dinner in Cambridge.
Three courses - two places - one trainer
RSP Safety Services has three courses - DSE Risk Assessor, Asbestos Awareness and Fire Warden - with only two places available between them for the next dates.
Radiometer acquires HemoCue
Radiometer Limited, a leading provider of technologically advanced acute care testing solutions, is pleased to announce that following its recent acquisition of HemoCue, the Company will be offering sales and service support for HemoCue products to its UK* customers.
Zinwave and Comtech Korea join forces to simplify in-building connectivity
A joint development project demonstrates Zinwave’s intention to become a leading supplier of wideband Distributed Antenna Systems (DAS).
Haverhill Research Park Innovation Centre wins planning consent
St Edmundsbury Borough Council has granted planning consent for The Epicentre, the £5 million innovation centre at Haverhill Research Park, Haverhill, giving the scheme a tremendous boost.
Constructive environmentalism
The messages of Western NGOs are not always welcome in developing countries, says the Scientific Alliance.
Women In Breakthrough events: Leeds and London
Santander's Breakthrough Business Editor Liz Loxton attended two Women in Breakthrough events hosted by the bank earlier this year. Each event provided delegates with market-leading insights on topics from employment law and intellectual property, to business management.
BP joins TWI in UK’s first industry-led postgraduate engineering education centre
BP, one of the world’s leading exploration and production organisations, has signed an agreement with TWI to become a Founder Sponsor of the newly established Structural Integrity Research Foundation (SIRF). SIRF is the funding body behind the new industry-led research centre for postgraduate engineering education, the National Structural Integrity Research Centre (NSIRC), which is currently…