Fighting the spread of drug-resistant malaria with genetic surveillance
A large collaborative project of in-depth genomic surveillance of malaria has identified and tracked drug resistant malaria parasites in the Greater Mekong Subregion*, helping inform public health decisions in Southeast Asia.
Your views sought on the Ox-Cam Arc Spatial Framework
Have your say on the future of your area. Make sure the Ox-Cam Arc Spatial Framework reflects your experiences of working and living in Cambridgeshire and Peterborough.
Final piece of Brookgate’s CB1 masterplan secures planning consent
Planning consent for a 50,000 sq ft mixed use development scheme has been approved, completing the final stage of the CB1 Estate at Cambridge Rail Station.
Darktrace expands in Australia as demand for self-learning AI surges
Darktrace, a global leader in cyber security AI, has announced that its Australian business has grown significantly over the past year as more organisations have adopted an AI-driven approach to cyber defence.
Artios announces £110m Series C financing
Artios Pharma Limited, a leading DNA Damage Response (DDR) company exploiting a broad DDR-based platform and small molecule drug discovery capabilities to develop a diverse pipeline of product candidates for the treatment of cancer, has announced the completion of a US$153 million (£110 million) Series C financing to fund further development of its promising clinical-stage pipeline.
Volume of foreign exchange trading helps predict returns on currency trading, says study
Foreign exchange volume helps predict the following day’s returns, finds study co-authored by Professor Lucio Sarno of Cambridge Judge Business School.
How trees can help the UK reach net zero emissions
Six research teams across the UK will develop new tools and approaches which will help trees and woodlands adapt to climate change.
New study investigates nineteenth-century science transfer and expertise in Arctic exploration
In a new research paper published in the British Journal for the History of Science, Dr Nanna Kaalund and Dr John Woitkowitz of the ERC Arctic Cultures research group based at the Scott Polar Research Institute investigate the history of nineteenth-century scientific networks and expertise in the organization of expeditions to the central Arctic Ocean.
June sees record month for Cambridge lending
The Cambridge Building Society had a record month for lending in June, supporting 254 purchases and remortgages totalling more than £51 million. The building society did more business in June than at any point in its 170 year history, and more than double the completions in May.
Cambridge Index climbs 1%
The Cambridge Index advanced 293.9 points or 1% to close at 28915.8, as six of the top ten Index heavyweights posted weekly gains to their share prices.
WaveFX films and streams nightly festival news
Festivals, live music and beer tents are back and the WaveFX webcast production team was more than happy to spend four nights under canvas to live stream a daily news and round-up of the Adventure Biker Festival from the stunning grounds at Ragley Hall in Warwickshire.
IWF welcomes Apple’s 'promising' plans to scan devices for child sexual abuse material
The IWF has welcomed Apple’s “promising” plans to scan devices in the US for child sexual abuse material.
DefiniGEN achieves ISO 9001: 2015 certification
DefiniGEN, a provider of iPSC-derived products and disease modelling services, has announced that the company has earned ISO 9001: 2015 certification at its Cambridge UK facility. ISO certification confirms excellence in quality management standards and validates the company’s dedication to upholding international standards for its customers.
Cambridge Cleantech responds to IPCC report - starkest reminder yet of work that remains to be done
Cambridge Cleantech sees the latest IPCC report (Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change) - issued today - as the starkest reminder yet of the work that remains to be done to mitigate the climate crisis.
Shift Ignite programme launches to support young entrepreneurs
An entrepreneurial business consultancy in Cambridgeshire has developed a programme for young people who may have struggled with formal education and are at risk of becoming NEET (Not in Employment, Education or Training), providing an alternative route to get excited about.
Five common legal tech myths busted
ThoughtRiver tackles familiar smokescreens for lack of legal tech adoption and separates fact from fiction.
How to measure the ROI of legal tech
ThoughtRiver suggests five key metrics to help you assess the benefits of technology.
Mission and AbbVie collaboration in Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s diseases reaches next milestone
Mission Therapeutics, a drug discovery and development company focused on targeting the ubiquitin pathway, and AbbVie (NYSE: ABBV) today announced progression of selected deubiquitylating enzyme (DUB) targets into the next phase of research in their neurodegenerative disease collaboration.
Lab-grown beating heart cells identify potential drug to prevent COVID-19-related heart damage
Cambridge scientists have grown beating heart cells in the lab and shown how they are vulnerable to SARS-CoV-2 infection.
St Paul’s Artsfest announces 2021 programme
Cambridge locals and visitors are in for a treat this September when St Paul’s Church on Hills Road opens its doors for its bi-annual Artsfest, a four-day festival of musical performances, comedy, workshops, talks and a one-of-a-kind art exhibition.
Global life sciences companies compete to invest in Cambridgeshire and Peterborough economy
Life sciences companies from across the globe have been pitching for support to help them invest in the Cambridgeshire and Peterborough economy.
Tame your computer - with a quick change trick
In her regular series for Cambridge Network members - now in its 15th year - software training expert Karen Roem offers handy tips to help you 'Tame your computer'. This week she describes how to edit your document while previewing it (Microsoft Word).
Cambridge collaborates on new device to accelerate drug development in the fight against brain cancer
Researchers have developed a 3D microvessel-on-a-chip device for the study of glioblastoma – a fast-growing and aggressive form of brain tumour that develops chemo-resistance over current treatments.
Open Cambridge launches 2021 programme
Culture lovers can pencil a key date in their calendars as one of the region’s most-loved heritage festivals, Open Cambridge, launches its full programme for 2021 next Monday (16th August) on the same day as bookings open online.
Local charity partnership provides a fresh perspective of Cambridge with the Bridge the Gap charity walk
Two Cambridge-based charities have once again joined together to create a unique offering for their annual fundraising charity walk. This year’s route explores the delightful beauty of Cambridge which can be enjoyed on foot during the Bridge the Gap walk.