IONTAS and FairJourney Biologics enter antibody discovery agreement with Quell Therapeutics
Cambridge, UK, Porto, Portugal, and London, UK – 08 March 2021: IONTAS Limited and FairJourney Biologics S.A (FJB)., leaders in the discovery and optimisation of fully human antibodies, have announced that they have entered into an agreement with Quell Therapeutics Limited regarding IONTAS / FJB’s proprietary libraries and technology platforms.
Nonacus introduces Whole Genome Sequencing service to support SARS-CoV-2 testing laboratories
Birmingham, UK: Nonacus, a provider of genetic testing products for precision medicine and liquid biopsy, today announced the commercial launch of a new service for Whole Genome Sequencing of SARS-CoV-2, developed to enable the UK government’s Test-To-Release scheme. Assay development for the new service was funded by a grant from Innovate UK, the UK’s innovation agency.
Abcam reports 8.3% constant currency revenue growth in H1 as customers gradually return to labs
Abcam plc (Nasdaq: ABCM; AIM: ABC), a global leader in the supply of life science research tools, today announces its interim results for the six month period ended 31 December 2020 (H1 2021).
What does the process of bringing employees back from furlough involve?
After a winter like no other, the government’s recent announcement of a cautious and phased route out of lockdown will have provided some relief to business owners. Many will be eager to make plans for the year ahead.
Virtual event celebrates Equality and Diversity Champions from the Wellcome Genome Campus
The Wellcome Genome Campus celebrates International Women’s Day today (8 March 2021) with its annual awards for Best Practice for Supporting Equality and Diversity in Science.
Cambridge marks International Women’s Day 2021
Staff and students across Cambridge are running a series of events and activities to celebrate International Women's Day 2021 - including conferences, lectures, talks, social media campaigns, and even Spotify playlists.
Avacta’s rapid antigen test is confirmed to detect SARS-CoV-2 new variants
Avacta’s AffiDX SARS-CoV-2 lateral flow test detects both B117 ‘Kent’ and D614G variants of the virus.
Initiatives boost health and bioscience skills and industry
Innovation Scholarship initiatives totalling £10 million have gone to secondments and training programmes in health and bioscience.
Making ML work in the real world
In the latest series of TinyML UK talks, Dr Dominic Binks from Cambridge-based Audio Analytic recently presented on how to make ML work in the real world.
Electronic components – supply problems worsen
The supply of components for the electronics industry is not improving. Since OSI Electronics 'Snap shot' report last month, its Singapore/Asia teams have reported the shortage of components is...
The Cambridge Festival explores what ‘family’ means in the 21st century
For many, the idea of ‘family’ is immensely powerful, particularly in an age when family lives have been under constant scrutiny from all sides as people and governments deal with the complexities and uncertainties of changing and diverse communities. How does this impact upon, but also reflect, people's everyday experiences?
New search engine for single cell atlases
A new software tool allows researchers to quickly query datasets generated from single-cell sequencing. Users can identify which cell types any combination of genes are active in.
New virtual project to improve health and wellbeing through physical activity sessions
Living Sport has teamed up with the Papworth Trust to deliver a supported programme of physical activity and mindfulness to individuals who are currently receiving support through the Department for Work and Pension's Work and Health Programme. Run by the Papworth Trust, the Work and Health Programme is designed to improve employment outcomes for people with health conditions or disabilities.
Velocix expands SaaS portfolio with cloud-native video recording manager
Velocix, the market’s leading provider of carrier-grade video streaming and advertising technology, has expanded its portfolio of fully managed software-as-a-service (SaaS) applications with the launch of a new cloud-native video recording management service called Cloud VRM.
Tame your computer - flipping files
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 show running applications and find recently opened documents (Windows 10).
Inclusive Design researcher wins awards
Matteo Zallio describes himself as design activist. He is a Marie Skłodowska-Curie senior research fellow working with Professor John Clarkson, in The Engineering Design Centre at the University of Cambridge, helping designers to create environments that guarantee inclusivity, diversity, equity and accessibility.
Onespacemedia launches revenue-driving website for interior design hub
Cambridge web design and development agency, Onespacemedia, has launched a new website for new interior design and renovations company, Homellio.
Cool, confident and convincing public speaking and presentations
Simon Hall offers his single favourite tip to solve no less than five - yes FIVE - common public speaking and presentations problems, with one simple adjustment to your style...
Winners of Future Workplace Competition are revealed
The winners of COEL's Design the Future Workplace competition can be revealed after judges pored over hundreds of entrants.
10 predictions for future job titles – is your business ahead of the curve?
Marshall Centre explores possible future job titles and makes 10 predictions based on society's focus on innovation, sustainability and wellbeing.
Magna leverages cloud connectivity and advanced e-mobility innovations to decrease emissions and increase range
Magna debuts two advanced electrified propulsion systems on ice and snow-filled test track.
Documentary tells health workers’ COVID-19 stories
A new documentary chronicling healthcare workers’ own personal experiences during the COVID-19 pandemic will be unveiled during an online event hosted by Anglia Ruskin University (ARU) on Tuesday 9 March (5.30pm).
Birketts Associate appointed to Cambridge Board of youth homelessness charity LandAid
Property industry charity LandAid, which works towards ending youth homelessness, has appointed Sophie Thornley to its Cambridge Board.
Endomag named one of Europe’s fastest growing companies by the Financial Times
Endomag has been officially named as one of the ‘FT 1000: Europe’s Fastest Growing Companies of 2021’, as published in a recent edition of the Financial Times newspaper. Three other Cambridge Network member companies also feature in the list.
Preparations underway for Covid-safe elections
Preparations are underway in Cambridgeshire to ensure that residents can have their say in a Covid-safe way at the May local elections.