Genetic testing gives answers on developmental disorders during pregnancy
Genetic testing improves the diagnoses of abnormalities in developing babies that are picked up during ultrasound scans, scientists report in The Lancet.
Surgeon’s new test saves babies’ sight – and lives
A Cambridge surgeon has developed an innovative device which increases the chances of detecting cataracts and an aggressive cancer called retinoblastoma in new-born babies and infants. It is expected to save vision and lives.
Immune master regulator orchestrates responses to parasite infection
A new study has identified the master regulator that maintains a healthy gut and limits damage by parasitic whipworms. Researchers from the Wellcome Sanger Institute and collaborators have revealed that the interleukin 10 receptor (IL-10R) is critical to prevent uncontrolled whipworm infection in mice and a damaging immune response in the gut.
New online degree marks start of innovative partnership to transform digital learning
FutureLearn, the online social learning platform owned by The Open University, has partnered with Anglia Ruskin as the University continues to deliver on ambitions to become a digital leader in education.
New IDTechEx research focuses on tissue engineering
IDTechEx Research forecasts the market for tissue engineered products to exceed $4.8 billion by the year 2028 in a new report on the topic.
Nearly 60% of young civil engineers believe tech can fix skills shortage
Eight in 10 civil engineers believe that a skills shortage is the main challenge for the future of the industry, and over half (58%) of junior civil engineers believe that this challenge could be overcome by adopting new technology.
Research from The Cambridge reveals the nation’s savings habits
Having been trusted with members' savings for nearly 170 years, The Cambridge Building Society’s latest research reveals some interesting findings about how and why Brits save money.
Device Authority and nCipher Security announce success in delivering trust for Medical IoT
Securing medical device manufacturer surgical robot systems
Eagle Genomics closes $3.5m investment
Microbiome discovery platform company Eagle Genomics announces funding of $3.5M led by the Environmental Technologies Fund (ETF Partners), a European growth fund specialising in promoting sustainability through innovation.
Combined Authority reveals plan for the year ahead
An important milestone has been reached as the 12 key projects that will be the focus of activity throughout 2019/20 at the Cambridgeshire & Peterborough Combined Authority were agreed.
Laura Lawrence appointed Head of Operations at Cambridge Healthcare Research
Cambridge Healthcare Research (CHR) has expanded its operations team with the appointment of Laura Lawrence as head of operations.
Cambridge Consultants opens new facility in Singapore
Cambridge Consultants' new regional HQ for Asia reflects business growth and commitment to Singapore as an innovation hub. This new innovation and engineering facility triples the company’s capacity in Singapore.
Construction Industry to be transformed through digital technology
The construction industry could be transformed using 3D printed concrete, teams of robots to manufacture and assemble buildings, and off-site manufacturing thanks to £18 million in new Government funding from the Industrial Strategy Challenge Fund (ISCF).
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Whitepapers, eBooks and guides: how to make long-form content that works
Whitepapers, eBooks, and downloadable guides are critical elements of your marketing toolkit. Find out how to make these weighty pieces of content win leads, sales, and all-round top results for your business.
New 3D imaging technique reveals how pancreatic cancers start
A new technique to study tissue samples in 3D has revealed that pancreatic cancers can start and grow in two distinct ways, solving a decades-old mystery of how tumours form.
Story written for uni course wins major award
An Anglia Ruskin University graduate has won the prestigious Costa Short Story Award for a piece that she wrote while studying for her Master’s course in Creative Writing.
Self-employed? Thoughts following the Jess Varnish case against British Cycling and UK Sport
Elephants are hard to define, but (in a phrase often cited by lawyers) you know one when you see one. So it is with employment status, which is, ultimately, determined by an Employment Judge’s reading of the tea leaves. Edward Wheen of Hewitsons discusses the case.
Improve your business videos: one day training with Cambridge TV
Join Cambridge TV for a one day practical course on Tuesday 13 February that will boost your business - and show you how to be more than just a "talking head". Participants leave with video material that is useful, tailored to the needs of their company and with content specific to their own organisation.
Studio 24 launches new website for the Animal Health Trust charity
Studio 24 is delighted to announce the launch of a brand new website for the Animal Health Trust charity. Thanks to the pioneering work of the Animal Health Trust, horses, dogs and cats are living healthier and happier lives – in the UK and across the world.
Ordnance Survey makes map toolkit for developers
Ordnance Survey (OS) releases OS Open Zoomstack, a free, customisable digital mapping toolkit that gives developers the ability to create quick, easy 2D and 3D maps for use in apps and websites and offline pages.
Learn about inkjet technology at IMI Europe's Inkjet Summer School
IMI Europe's Inkjet Summer School takes place this year in the company's home city of Cambridge from 10-14 June 2019.
Scientists take huge step forward in decoding genomes of small species
For the first time, scientists have read the whole genetic code of one single tiny mosquito.
Infographics – when pictures are worth more than a thousand words
One infographic speaks a thousand words. Account Director Sarah Khan explains the value of communication through infographics in her kdm blog.
Computational chemistry news from Cresset January 2019
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