Looking for talent? Take part in Cambridge Network's next Virtual Jobs Fair
Although the pandemic has caused upheaval for many organisations, employers in and around Cambridge are still recruiting. Participating in Cambridge Network's Virtual Jobs Fair next month will help to keep your company in the public eye, even if you are not actively looking for talent right now.
Medovate announces patent grant for innovative HME device
Medical device company Medovate Ltd, a manufacturer of innovative medical technologies created from within the NHS, has announced achieving successful grant of a UK patent for its HUMIDICARE® technology.
EMBL survey studies effects of COVID-19 pandemic on life scientists
Reserchers have performed a survey of their fellow life scientists in Germany, Spain, the UK, Italy, France, Canada, Turkey, and the USA to learn how the current crisis, with partial or complete institutional shutdowns, is affecting their work.
Illumina Accelerator welcomes first global cohort of genomics startups
Illumina, Inc. has selected seven early-stage companies to join the first global cohort of Illumina Accelerator, the company creation engine focused on partnering with entrepreneurs to build breakthrough genomics startups. Three companies comprise the inaugural funding cycle of Illumina Accelerator Cambridge, UK, and four companies will join as part of the 11th funding cycle in the San Francisco…
Arm technology powers the world’s fastest supercomputer
The Fugaku supercomputer, jointly developed by RIKEN and Fujitsu and based on Arm® technology, is No.1 on the TOP500 list.
Stigma of broken family relationships compounded by lockdown
Lockdown restrictions have not brought estranged family members closer together, and recent focus on the importance of family support has made dealing with the pandemic even more difficult for those with challenging family situations, a new study has found.
Blood test to monitor cancer up to ten times more sensitive than current methods
A new method of analysing cancer patients’ blood for evidence of the disease could be up to ten times more sensitive than previous methods according to new research led by the University of Cambridge.
Covid-19 screening in IVF clinics: safety is the priority
Inconsistencies in guidance for IVF clinics cause confusion, says Bourn Hall’s Medical Director.
Cambridge Index climbs 4.4%
The Cambridge Index advanced 985.3 points or 4.4% to close at 23359.7, as six of the top ten Index heavyweights posted weekly gains to their share prices.
Pivot – the most overused word of the past 13 weeks?
Jane Kroese, Senior Account Director at KISS, writes: "I’ve lost count of the amount of times the word ‘pivot’ has been used in Zoom and Teams meetings over the past 13 weeks! It’s very clear from what we’ve all recently experienced that many businesses and organisations across the globe have had to swiftly change their plans and ‘pivot’."
Combined Authority to deliver another 296 affordable homes for Fenland, Peterborough and Huntingdon
The Mayoral Combined Authority has today revealed it will be providing 296 additional affordable homes across Fenland, Peterborough and Huntingdon, taking the Authority over three quarters of the way towards delivering on its promise to build 2,000 new affordable homes by 2022.
Tackling COVID-19: Professor Ravi Gupta
“This virus is probably going to be circulating for years - it will take a long time to sort out.” In a building that has been largely empty for the past three months, Ravi Gupta has been working non-stop alongside other virus experts.
Cambridge launches fast-turnaround experimental drug trial to treat Covid-19
Two new treatments which tackle novel aspects of Covid-19 infection are to be tested in an innovative trial which will respond quickly to results from small numbers of patients.
First aid and mental health first aid courses available online via Zoom
A blended learning element is now being offered for first aid training, saving you both time and money with the convenience of being at home or in your office. Blended learning is now an accepted means by which workplace first aid training can be delivered.
$80 million for Contentful: Taylor Wessing advises General Catalyst in Contentful’s Series E financing round
The Berlin and San Francisco based software start-up Contentful has raised new capital. In a new round of financing, the company generated more than 80 million dollars. International law firm Taylor Wessing advised General Catalyst as well as further Series E investors led by Berlin partner Norman Röchert. The new round brings Contentful’s total funding to $158 million to date.
Government launches ‘Bounce back’ plan for agriculture, food and drink industry
A ‘bounce back’ plan of trade measures for the agriculture, food and drink industry has been announced today to help support businesses that have been impacted by coronavirus.
Tame your computer - smile, wink and choose an emoji
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 open the emoji panel using your keyboard (Windows 10).
Marshall Aerospace and Defence Group is growing
Marshall Aerospace and Defence Group (MADG) continues to grow its presence in the Netherlands with the arrival of two new support vehicles for its DVOW contract with the Dutch Defence Materiel Organisation (DMO).
Cambridge Innovation Capital results reflect 'tremendous progress'
Cambridge Innovation Capital plc (CIC), the venture capital investor enabling visionaries to build global, category-leading companies in the Cambridge ecosystem, today announces highlights from its annual results for the year ended 31 March 2020.
Preferred location selected for Cambridge South station
Network Rail has identified the preferred location of the proposed new railway station for Cambridge South. The chosen location corresponds with Option 1 presented to the public earlier this year and follows a review of engineering and design information together with the results of public consultation.
TTP plc selected for technology advisory partnership with Cancer Research UK
TTP plc, a leading independent technology and product development company, today announced that it has entered into a technology advisory partnership with Cancer Research UK. TTP has been selected by Cancer Research UK to apply its technology design and development expertise and insight in the healthcare sector, to assess discoveries made by the charity’s academic researchers.
Start Codon showcases the first cohort of companies from its life science business acceleration programme
Start Codon, a new model of life science and healthcare business accelerator, today proudly debuts its first cohort of start-up companies. Start Codon aims to minimise risk and translate early stage research into successful start-ups, ready for funding and partnership. Start Codon has worked closely with four exciting life science and healthcare companies that were enrolled into the programme in…
Good news as Cambridge dementia researchers head back into lab in search for breakthroughs
Today (Monday 22 June) some dementia researchers funded by Alzheimer’s Research UK will head back into the lab at the University of Cambridge, while ensuring they comply with the strict government guidelines on social distancing.
Paragraf appoints Alistair Crawford as Chairman
Paragraf, the leader in graphene-based transformative electronic sensors and devices, is pleased to announce the appointment of Alistair Crawford as Chairman. Alistair joins Paragraf at a crucial time in its development, as the company is scaling up its technology portfolio and commercial reach.
CyanConnode begins to roll out Indian contract
CyanConnode Holdings plc (AIM: CYAN), a world leader in Narrowband Radio Frequency (RF) Smart Mesh Networks, is pleased to announce that it has now commenced shipment of Omnimesh RF Modules for the order that was announced in January 2020.