New Cambridge Environmental Charter is launched
Cambridge residents will be able to calculate their carbon footprint and at the click of a button find city-specific top tips on how to live a greener life thanks to the new Cambridge Climate Change Charter which launches today (Monday 7 September).
PhD research at the forefront of technology recognised with award
University of Cambridge PhD student Siddharth Swaroop has been announced a recipient of the 2020 Microsoft Research EMEA PhD Award, helping to support his final year of research.
Highest performance Arm Cortex-R processor to power the future of computational storage
The Arm Cortex-R82 is the highest performance Cortex-R processor, with 64-bit support and Linux-capability. Its real-time processor enables data processing where it is stored for next-generation enterprise and computational storage solutions, combining higher performance and access to greater memory with extensive Arm Linux and server ecosystems.
A big moment boost
Have you got a big moment coming up? Whether it's an interview, a presentation, or an important meeting, this simple tip will get you ready to perform at your peak, writes Simon Hall...
How biotech has managed its finances during the pandemic
The COVID-19 pandemic has had huge knock-on effects on economies around the world.
Court of Appeal confirms when planning policies are ‘out-of-date’ to trigger the tilted balance in the NPPF
The Court of Appeal has recently confirmed (i) the correct interpretation of the term “out-of-date” in paragraph 11d of the NPPF and (ii) the proper application of local policies which are time-expired or fail to deal with the strategic issue of housing supply.
GCP introduces Covid-19 trial measures for pedestrians and cyclists
Trial measures to make it easier for people to travel around Greater Cambridge on foot and bicycle during the recovery from Covid-19 have now been implemented.
Andrew Grant appointed Interim Chief Executive of Cambridge City Council
Andrew Grant has been appointed as Interim Chief Executive of Cambridge City Council.
JM to manufacture regulatory starting materials for Sarepta Therapeutics
Johnson Matthey (JM) is to manufacture regulatory starting materials for Sarepta Therapeutics’ RNA technology-based clinical and commercial programmes.
CyanConnode report reflects 'challenging circumstances'
CyanConnode Holdings plc (AIM: CYAN), a world leader in Narrowband Radio Frequency (RF) Smart Mesh Networks, announces its audited results for the 15-month period ended 31 March 2020.
Registration opens on solar panels offer for Cambridgeshire residents
Households across Cambridgeshire can now register for the chance to club together to buy and install solar panels at a reduced price.
Social enterprise law firm reports £350,000 profit
Local authority-owned law firm LGSS Law Ltd has reported a return to profit in 2019/20.
Genetic information can predict predisposition to rare and common blood diseases
Two large-scale genetic studies have identified the bulk of genetic variation that influences medically-important characteristics of our blood cells.
Indigenous knowledge still undervalued – study
New research has found that Indigenous knowledge is regularly underutilised and misunderstood when making important environmental decisions.
Record number of undergraduate admissions at Cambridge, with no required deferrals and highest ever state school intake
The Collegiate University of Cambridge will be welcoming a record number of new undergraduates next month.
Breathe Technology responds to the security update from the DfE
As you may be aware, there is currently an increase in attacks affecting the education sector.
Are pop-up shops the future for the high street?
Could the pop-up shop provide a glimmer of hope for the retail sector? Real estate lawyer at Hewitsons, Alexandra Messham, asks: Can short-term lettings provide hope for the retail sector and are pop-ups, aka the “Airbnb of the retail world”, the way forward?
Alison Dennis discusses the new framework for regulating medical devices and IVDs
As the UK leaves the EU, a new framework for regulating medical devices and IVDs will come into place at the start of next year.
More seats, more carriages, and longer trains for Fen Line passengers
Over the August Bank Holiday, Network Rail completed the final section of infrastructure works on the £29 million upgrade of the rail line between Cambridge and King’s Lynn.
Analytik welcomes new general manager and customer services support engineer trainee
Analytik is pleased to announce two latest additions to its team. Based in Swavesey, just outside Cambridge, Analytik provides cutting-edge scientific instrumentation to leading organisations throughout the UK and Ireland.
5 things you need to know before starting your consulting firm
Thinking about starting your own consulting firm or know someone who is considering taking the plunge?
Atelerix awarded Innovate UK funding to enable transport and storage of cellular therapies at room temperature
Atelerix Ltd, pioneers in the storage and transport of cells at room temperature, has received a significant award under the UK Innovation and Science Seed Fund (UKI2S) Accelerator Programme from Innovate UK, the UK’s innovation agency. The funding will support the development of room temperature solutions for shipping therapeutic cells, as part of the company’s “BloodReady” project.
Frontier forges ahead with new games label, Frontier Foundry
Frontier Developments plc has debuted the first two titles from Frontier Foundry, its new games label championing quality studios from around the world.
TTP plc to support life science and healthcare start-ups through partnership with Start Codon
TTP plc, a leading independent technology and product development company, has today announced a new partnership with Start Codon, the life science and healthcare business accelerator. The collaboration aims to strengthen Start Codon’s support for life science and healthcare start-ups, with TTP providing technical consultancy and advice, leveraging TTP’s expertise to fast-track technology…
Tech Nation report reveals 68% growth in UK global tech exports and 35% further growth prediction by 2025
Tech Nation, the growth platform for tech companies and leaders, today launches its Unlocking Global Tech report, assessing the value of UK digital tech exports and exploring the opportunities and challenges for digital tech companies to expand and scale in different regions around the world post Covid-19.