Identification of ‘violent’ processes that cause wheezing could lead to better diagnosis and treatment for lung disease
A team of engineers has identified the ‘violent’ physical processes at work inside the lungs which cause wheezing, a condition that affects up to a quarter of the world’s population.
New Cambridgeshire and Peterborough mayor must champion sustainable and inclusive recovery, says CBI
The incoming Cambridgeshire and Peterborough mayor must show vision and ambition to turbocharge the region’s Covid recovery and lay the foundations for sustainable, long-term prosperity, according to the CBI.
Open data on malaria genomes will help combat drug resistance
Genome variation data on more than 7,000 malaria parasites from 28 endemic countries has been released in Wellcome Open Research. It has been produced by MalariaGEN, a data-sharing network of groups around the world who are working together to build high-quality data resources for malaria research and disease control.
Councillors agree latest budget
The latest budget plans that focus on providing the best possible support to South Cambridgeshire’s residents and businesses have been approved by Councillors.
Call on Chancellor to help create 1000s of jobs in growth businesses through tax incentives
The Enterprise Investment Scheme Association (EISA) is lobbying the Chancellor to announce some small changes to the Enterprise Investment Scheme (EIS) rules in the forthcoming budget with a view to creating thousands of new jobs in growth businesses, funded by the private sector.
University of Cambridge Festival reveals world-leading health research
The latest COVID-19 research, including long COVID, developments in early cancer detection and a new artificial valve that could transform open-heart surgery are some of the health-related topics being discussed at the free online Cambridge Festival next month.
What is the difference between a worker and a self-employed person?
The recent Uber ruling at the Supreme Court has highlighted the risks associated with using the wrong employment status. Self-employed, worker or employee - are you classifying correctly?
We know knowledge is power, but how do we harness that knowledge to create a highly effective GTM strategy?
The old adage ‘knowledge is power’ can seem like a cliché within business, but it stands the test of time for one reason. It is totally true!
Is Telehealth Humanising Healthcare?
THE EXPLOSION OF TELEHEALTH: WHAT DID WE LEARN?
As of February 23rd, Bloomberg reports that more than 213 million doses of COVID-19 vaccines ha
Marketing to engineers: optimists and cynics?
If you are marketing to engineers, should the approach be the same as for consumer marketing?
Rapidly rising levels of sight loss are ‘tip of the iceberg’
Eye conditions that do not cause vision impairment but have economic and social consequences represent a serious and growing challenge for public health services worldwide, according to a new paper published by 'The Lancet Global Health Commission'.
What makes a winning LinkedIn profile?
With more than 700 million users worldwide, LinkedIn is easily the largest professional network on the planet. Having a winning LinkedIn profile can be the key to advancing your career as it is a great way to let people know exactly who you are. LinkedIn is your chance to impress potential employers and professionals in your industry so if you are looking for new opportunities you will need to…
AI is crucial for attracting and retaining young talent, say top UK lawyers
The adoption of artificial intelligence technologies is critical for ensuring the legal profession continues to attract and retain the best young talent, say top lawyers from leading law firms Slaughter and May, Dentons and Burness Paull.
US Department of Defense introduces new cybersecurity requirements for all contractors
If your organisation is one of the 300,000 currently doing business with the US Department of Defense (DoD), then you may be affected by regulatory requirements being brought in this year as part of the new Cyber Maturity Model Certification (CMMC).
New Cambridge primary school gets the go-ahead
Plans for a new two-form entry primary school and a 52-place nursery on the eastern fringe of Cambridge have received final planning consent. Marleigh Primary Academy will be a vital component of the new Marleigh development on Newmarket Road built by partners Marshall and Hill.
Magna’s new Michigan plant to support fast-growing electric vehicle market
Magna has broken ground on a new manufacturing facility in St Clair, Michigan, that will build complex battery enclosures for the all-new 2022 GMC Hummer EV.
Gene that helps control egg’s journey sheds light on why ectopic pregnancy may occur
Ectopic pregnancy is one of the most common prenatal complications, yet the cause of the condition remains unknown. Now researchers at the Wellcome Sanger Institute have pinpointed a gene in mice that plays a key role in the egg’s journey from the ovary to the uterus. When the gene Adgrd1 was deleted, female mice became infertile because the eggs remained stuck in the fallopian tubes.
Fighting fit cockroaches have ‘hidden strength’
A new study has discovered that not all cockroaches are equal and “super athletes”, with larger respiratory systems, are more likely to win physical mating battles.
Qualcomm advances AR industry with Snapdragon XR1 AR smart viewer reference design
Qualcomm reference design Is engineered to reduce commercialisation time for OEMs to deliver high-quality, immersive experiences using an AR smart viewer architecture.
Scientists launch a pre-emptive strike on deadly post-transplant infection
A potential new treatment to protect immunosuppressed patients from human cytomegalovirus (HCMV) has been discovered by scientists at the University of Cambridge.
North East Cambridge Community Forum launched
A new forum, aiming to keep residents and businesses as involved as possible with plans for a low carbon community at North East Cambridge, has been established.
Team Consulting develops hardware for a PoC diagnostics device
Team Consulting explains how it worked with a client to design highly compact electronics for a Point-of-Care (PoC) diagnostics device.
Innovative ReCoVa-19 app streamlines reporting of Covid test results
Cambridge based start-up ReCoVa-19 has developed a simple, effective way for companies and organisations to fulfil the legal obligation to inform Public Health England (PHE) of all Covid-19 test results.
A critical year for haptics as new technology options mature
Investment and development in haptics is accelerating, and the supply chain providing the actuators, drivers, and software behind these key components is evolving at a faster pace every year. IDTechEx discusses the issues.
Xaar’s Futureprint presentation highlights inkjet printing’s drive into new applications
Leading inkjet technology company, Xaar, and novel jetting technology provider Meta Additive, will demonstrate how Xaar’s technologies and collaborative approach are enabling ground-breaking applications, at this month’s FuturePrint virtual conference.