Poor eyesight and hearing loss costs billions
A lack of accurate data is contributing to a £58billion bill for vision and hearing loss in the UK, according to a report published today (Tuesday) that calls on the Government to support the first ever national survey of the UK population’s sensory needs.
Cambridge Index tumbles 5.1%
The Cambridge Index declined 1332.3 points or 5.1% to close at 24755.6, as nine of the top ten Index heavyweights posted weekly losses to their share prices.
TTP Labtech introduces chameleon - automated system for next generation cryo-electron microscopy sample-prep
TTP Labtech Ltd, a global leader in the design and development of automated instrumentation and consumables for life science applications, has today announced the introduction of chameleon, an industry-enabling sample-preparation system for cryo-electron microscopy (cryo-EM).
Bid now for cash to spend on zero carbon community projects
South Cambridgeshire’s community groups can now bid for a share of just over £91,000 from a new fund that aims to help the district shift towards a cleaner, greener future.
Birketts launches innovative tech-based system for family law clients
The Family Team at Birketts is delighted to announce that it is one of the first family law teams in the country to have adopted Settify; an online system that uses Artificial Intelligence to interact with clients in real time.
Darktrace appoints Gordon Hurst to Board of Directors
Darktrace, the world’s leading cyber AI company, today announced that Gordon Hurst has joined the board of the directors as a Non-Executive Director. Gordon will also serve as Chairman of the Board’s Audit Committee.
Six ways to keep staff happy when moving offices
Moving office should be a really positive time for everyone. But sometimes circumstances can mean it's not that easy. Here's how to get the most out of your move and support your employees along the way. Image Credit: Transport Executive
Emailage and Featurespace partner to tackle application fraud
Emailage, global leader in online fraud prevention and email risk assessment, has teamed up with Featurespace, the world leader in risk detection and fraud prevention, to protect global eCommerce and financial services organisations from the growing threat of online application fraud.
Stratasys releases second quarter 2019 financial results
MINNEAPOLIS & REHOVOT, Israel--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Jul. 31, 2019-- Stratasys Ltd. has announced financial results for the second quarter of 2019.
CyanConnode Holdings plc signs MoU with Hexing
CyanConnode Holdings plc (AIM: CYAN), a world leader in Narrowband Radio Frequency (RF) Smart Mesh Networks, is pleased to announce that it has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Hexing Electrical Co. Ltd (Hexing).
Price Bailey raises over £12,000 for Action Medical Research by cycling from London to Paris
A team of seven from Price Bailey Chartered Accountants took part in the London to Paris cycle ride last month, to raise money for Action Medical Research.
Tame your computer - now you see it, now you don't
In her regular series for Cambridge Network members, software training expert Karen Roem offers handy tips to help you 'Tame your computer'. This week she explains how to collapse and expand the ribbon (Microsoft Office)...
Spin-out co-founder named RAEng Engineers Trust Young Engineer of the Year
Dr Giorgia Longobardi has been named RAEng Engineers Trust Young Engineer of the Year.
Cambridge researchers find new stem cell combination could help to repair damaged hearts
A combination of heart cells derived from human stem cells could be the answer to developing a desperately-needed treatment for heart failure, according to new research part-funded by the British Heart Foundation (BHF) and published in Nature Biotechnology.
IMI announces speakers for Inkjet Innovation Academy & Age of Materials Conference
IMI is excited to announce the first round of confirmed speakers for IMI's Inkjet Age of Materials Conference 2019 on September 4-5, 2019 and confirmed course leaders for IMI's Inkjet Innovation Academy on September 6, 2019; both at the Embassy Suites Chicago – Lombard/Oak Brook in Lombard, Illinois, USA.
The business of writing
Have you - like so many - ever thought about writing a book? If so, here are some thoughts... and advice...
Funding for CAM outline business case agreed by Combined Authority Board
The Cambridgeshire & Peterborough Combined Authority Board has voted to approve £1.7 million funding to develop the CAM Metro Outline Business Case – the next key phase of the transformational scheme which could potentially connect inner transport corridors in the Greater Cambridge area, as well as the city to other parts of the region.
Experts assembled to support Citizens' Assembly
A team of independent experts has been assembled to support the Greater Cambridge Citizens’ Assembly in looking at how to tackle congestion, improve air quality and provide better public transport in Greater Cambridge.
Meet Cambridge wins sustainability award
Meet Cambridge, the conference and events bureau for Cambridge and the region, is celebrating being given a Bronze in Cambridge University’s Green Impact Awards, in recognition of its environmental achievements – including making meetings more sustainable.
Why it wasn’t polite to puff in Regency England
A new book reveals how banning indoor smoking and vaping isn’t a modern concept, with the Georgians getting there first over 200 years ago.
Global Graphics Software receives coveted Intertech Award for second year in a row
PrintFlat™, the software developed by Global Graphics Software to remove banding in inkjet printing, has been awarded a Printing Industries of America InterTech™ Technology Award.
Building your pension pot
Independent Financial Advisers encourage people to save for their retirement, and sometimes the sheer scale of the cash pile required can be daunting. As a very rough measure, you need a fund of 20 times the annual income you want to be able to spend. For an extra £10,000 per year, over and above State Pension, you would need a fund of around £200,000.
Defamation: A serious consideration of “serious harm”
The Supreme Court hands down a seriously remarkable ruling whilst considering for the first time the meaning of section 1 of the Defamation Act 2013. Mohammed Husnain Ali of Hewitsons discusses the issues.
dB Broadcast sees record order intake
dB Broadcast, the UK’s leading systems integrator, has enjoyed a very successful first half to its financial year, with a record order intake and some high profile projects signed up.
UK AI RegTech, FNA, announces $5.5m Series A funding to drive global risk reduction
FNA today announces closure of a $5.5m Series A investment round led by IQ Capital, with participation from GETTYLAB.