Graphene: Taking the wonder-stuff from dream to reality
A centre for research on graphene, a material which has the potential to revolutionise numerous industries, ranging from healthcare to electronics, is to be created at the University of Cambridge. The University has been a hub for graphene engineering from the very start and now aims to make this “wonder material” work in real-life applications.
Search is on for female role models and trailblazers
Cambridge’s Centre for Entrepreneurial Learning (CfEL) has become a partner for The First Women Awards 2013, recognising women who are trailblazers.
Chariots of Fire 2012 raises £32,000
In mid January Hewitsons hosted the 2012 Chariots of Fire cheque presentation, attended by representatives from both beneficiary charities - Cambridge Past, Present & Future (CPPF) and Cam Sight. In total £32,000 was raised during last year’s race, thanks to the efforts of nearly 1,900 runners from the 315+ teams that took part.
Cambridge Enterprise announces 2012 results
More than £1 billion in funding has been raised by companies with roots in Cambridge research, according to year-end results from Cambridge Enterprise, the University’s commercialisation arm.
Signagelive and Samsung collaborate to deliver Smart Signage at ISE Amsterdam
Signagelive, a UK based technology company that specialises in developing cloud-based digital signage applications, will be formally announcing its collaboration with Samsung to support its new Smart Signage products being launched at ISE Amsterdam next week (29-31 January 2013).
Experts believe plain packaging of tobacco products would cut smoking
Experts believe that plain packaging of tobacco products would cut smoking, a new study has found.
Cambridge business snaps up industry award
One of the winners of the Anglia Ruskin enterprise competition has landed a major photography honour. Light Blue Software has seen their business management software for photographers named Best Professional Product of the Year by one of the sector’s leading trade organisations, the Society of Wedding and Portrait Photographers (SWPP).
Taxi firm clocks up a driving success with US2U
Norwich based ABC Taxis have overcome the tough economic climate to achieve increased profits over the past year and are looking to grow even more this year.
Free Rein launches EU project website
Free Rein Ltd is pleased to announce the launch of the new ACCSEAS project website and social media presence. ACCSEAS is a three-year project supporting improved maritime access to the North Sea region through minimising navigational risk.
Quick and simple touch screen set-up for perfect blots, 1D and 2D gel images
Syngene, a world-leading manufacturer of image analysis solutions today announced the introduction of the new PXi Touch range of high resolution, multi-application image analysis systems. These easy-to-use systems are ideal for scientists wanting a rapid touch screen driven method of accurately imaging chemiluminescent and fluorescent blots, as well as 1-D and 2-D gels stained with any type of…
Must-attend business event that is sweeping the nation returns to Cambridge
Pitching for Management, fast becoming the must-attend business event, is pleased to announce that they are returning to Cambridge for their first event of 2013 at the offices of Taylor Vinters. Six companies will pitch for talent on 6th February.
The making of a successful entrepreneur
Perspectives from Dr Dominic Chan, a Hong Kong entrepreneur, and Dr Joanna Mills of the University of Cambridge Judge Business School's Centre for Entrepreneurial Learning.
Cambridge Aero Maintenance receives Lycoming accolade
Cambridge Aero Maintenance, the light aircraft maintenance division of Cambridge Airport, has been awarded official ‘approved service centre’ status by the engine manufacturer, Lycoming.
How do smallholder farmers fit into the big picture of world food production?
Worldwide 500 million smallholder farmers support a total of 2 billion people. A debate taking place in London next Monday (28 January) will put these producers at the centre of a discussion about ways to develop an agricultural model that will sustainably feed a growing population.
Intel wishes Stephen Hawking a microscopic 'Happy Birthday'
Professor Stephen Hawking has been presented with a special and unique birthday present by Intel.
Workplace Law appoints Technology Director
Regulatory specialist Workplace Law Group has announced the appointment of John McAlinden to its board, the first new director to join the company in eight years.
Syngenta appoints Mobas for global brand project
Syngenta, one of the world's leading companies with more than 26,000 employees, has appointed Mobas to work on developing a global brand for one of its key marketplaces, the nature of which cannot be revealed due to the confidentiality of the project.
Marshall starts work for the Austrian Air Force
Marshall Aerospace and Defence Group has commenced work on the first of three Hercules C-130Ks for the Austrian Air Force; where the work comprises maintenance and an avionics modification to address obsolescence issues and to overcome operational restrictions in European airspace.
Director awarded prestigious prize
Professor Mike Stratton, Director of the Wellcome Trust Sanger Institute, has been awarded the 2013 Louis-Jeantet Prize for Medicine, a major European award recognising excellence in biomedical research.
Protect yourself if travelling to Burma, says The Travel Clinic
The Travel Clinic Ltd has noticed a significant increase in the number of clients who are travelling to Burma (Myanmar). With recent changes in the political situation, the country is now opening its doors to western tourists and many travel companies are offering a “once in a lifetime” holiday to this wonderful and as yet unspoilt country.
NetXtra grows and relocates to bring new IT jobs to the Bury St Edmunds area
Following steady growth over the past few years, one of the region’s largest digital and online communications agencies and prominent employer - NetXtra - is relocating its UK headquarters to new state-of-the-art offices in Bury St Edmunds, creating a number of new jobs there and in the surrounding area.
Anthias Consulting and Separation Science offer live on the web training in GC & GC-MS
Can't attend a GC training course? Join Anthias Consulting and Separation Science in Live over the Web training on various dates.
Meet Cambridge Network at the Cambridge Job Fair
Looking for a job? Thinking about a career move and interested in seeing what sort of opportunities are available in and around Cambridge? Come and talk to the Cambridge Network team at today's Job Fair at the Corn Exchange.
Moving office? A rough guide to IT relocation
Let’s be honest, moving is stressful - whether you’re moving house, job or office.
SDC partners with Lattix to offer DSM solution for complex software
SDC Systems has announced that it has agreed a sales partnership with Lattix Inc that enables SDC to resell Lattix's DSM based solutions, providing software engineers with a unique set of capabilities for visualising and understanding complexity in software.