Drones solve problems for the construction industry
It’s a well-known fact that there are hundreds, if not thousands of uses for unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) technology. Over the past two years, drones have become a familiar sight in our skies, but thanks to a raft of new legislation shortly to be issued by the government, the industry is set to thrive over the coming three to five years.
TTP inspires Year 12s to consider STEM careers
Year 12 students from Hills Road Sixth Form College, Long Road Sixth Form College and Comberton Sixth Form were invited to apply for an activity day with TTP Group, a Founding Partner of Cambridge LaunchPad.
Agilent GC instrument & software training from Anthias Consulting is CPD-approved
Anthias Consulting is pleased to announce approval of its Agilent GC instrument training courses by the Royal Society of Chemistry for Continuing Professional Development (CPD).
12 rules for life - webcast live
Clinical psychologist Jordan Peterson is one of the world’s most popular public thinkers, whose talks have been seen by tens of millions of viewers.
Tame your computer - top 10 tips for Microsoft Word
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 offers her top ten Microsoft Word shortcuts...
Connecting people through IoT and the power of games
How do we use new and emerging technology and gaming principles to create more user and customer friendly experiences in cities, providing immersive, seamless access to services? The Big Gamification Challenge is run by REACTOR to solve a societal problem within a particular sector, or enhance and improve user experiences with applied gaming.
Abcam reports continued strong sales growth, ahead of underlying market rates
Abcam plc (AIM: ABC) a global leader in the supply of life science research tools, is pleased to announce its interim results for the six-month period ended 31 December 2017*.
First day of dealings on AIM for GRC International Group plc
GRC International Group plc (AIM:GRC), the one-stop shop for cyber security and data compliance products and services, is pleased to announce the admission of its ordinary shares to trading on the AIM market of the London Stock Exchange at 8:00 a.m. today ("Admission") under the TIDM GRC and the ISIN GB00BG06MV41.
Genes for age-linked brain deterioration identified
A group of genes and genetic switches involved in age-related brain deterioration have been identified by scientists at the Babraham Institute, Cambridge and Sapienza University, Rome.
Fundraising Mae is a little angel
A child who is battling back from treatment for a brain tumour has teamed up with her nana to raise money to help other children going through similar journeys.
Cambridge Academy of Science and Technology challenges for award
Cambridge Academy of Science and Technology is one of four finalists at a high profile National Awards Event in London this week. Sheldon has shortlisted in the “School/College of the Year” category at the Industrial Cadets Awards in London on 7th March in the presence of HRH The Prince of Wales and a host of business leaders.
Cofinitive captures the essence of #ConsultingRepurposed with CAP
Cambridge Advisory Partners (CAP) has been taking business consulting by storm, challenging the status quo, and they needed their branding and image to match. Fuelled by the passionate “pants on fire” effect that Cofinitive looks for in its clients, it was a natural fit for these two game-changing organisations to collaborate.
Amazon encourages next generation of techies with Cambridge LaunchPad
Year 12 students from colleges across Cambridgeshire attended the first Cambridge LaunchPad Scholars’ event of 2018, which is managed by Form the Future CIC. Students travelled to the Amazon Development Centre at One Station Square, where they were introduced to the coding language Python and learnt how to build an Alexa skill.
Health and care organisation Provide accelerates electric vehicle fleet adoption with Spark
Demonstrating the growth of electric vehicles (EVs) within business fleets, Spark EV today announced that Essex-based health and care organisation Provide has adopted its artificial intelligence-based journey prediction solution.
Cofinitive helps create ‘one–voice’ for Camrosh
Camrosh, the strategy consultancy enabling businesses to innovate and grow by taking informed action, has helped many companies from its position at the forefront of innovation and technology. While they recognised their need to review messaging, Camrosh knew it could turn to Cofinitive as a trusted business partner to take care of both the messaging and execution. So they could continue focusing…
Solicitors for the Elderly appoints Ruth Pyatt to its board of directors
Solicitors for the Elderly (SFE) has announced the appointment of Ruth Pyatt of Birketts in to its board of directors.
‘Spinning’ workplace change is counterproductive
Workers are likely to see through employers who try to spin the positives of workplace change, according to a study published in the journal Organization Studies.
Top marks for Price Bailey Tax
Charlotte Page, an Associate in the Price Bailey Tax Team, has been awarded ‘The Gravestock Medal’ for achieving the highest mark in the November 2017 sitting of the Association of Tax Technicians (ATT) VAT paper
First ever all-electric Jaguar unveiled at Magna
Magna's complete vehicle manufacturing facility in Graz, Austria, hosted Jaguar Land Rover for the automaker's presentation of their latest model, the new Jaguar I PACE.
Public Open Day at East Cambridge Lakes this Sunday
Cambridge City Council is hosting a public open day on Sunday 11 March at East Cambridge Lakes, the flooded chalk pits at the end of Mill Road which it is hoped will be turned into a local country park.
Business leaders take part in Best Employers Eastern Region launch event
Business leaders and HR professionals from across the East of England came together to discuss the latest thinking in employee engagement and to share best practice at the Best Employers Eastern Region 2018 launch event.
Cambridge civil engineers achieve chartered status
Two Cambridge civil engineers have been awarded membership of the Institution of Civil Engineers (ICE) - an influential body representing over 92,000 civil engineers and technicians across the world who design, build and maintain our transport, water, energy, waste and flood infrastructure.
Hewitsons overhauls Cambridge office
Law firm Hewitsons has completed a major refurbishment of its Cambridge office, following another “highly successful” year of increased turnover.
Abigail Trencher joins Anglia Ruskin University Board of Governors
Anglia Ruskin University has announced that Abigail Trencher of Birketts has joined the ARU Board of Governors as a member of the Audit and Compliance Committee.
IT Governance partners with Symphony Ventures to provide GDPR compliance solutions
IT Governance, a leading authority on data protection, risk management and compliance solutions, is pleased to announce its new partnership with Symphony Ventures, a global services company specialising in intelligent automation.