New source of world’s deadliest toxin is discovered
Researchers from the Quadram Institute have identified genes encoding a previously undiscovered version of the botulinum neurotoxin in bacteria from a cow’s gut.
DevOps adoption accelerates but laggards risk being left behind, says Redgate research
Redgate's second annual State of Database DevOps Survey points to compliance, speed of delivery and freeing up developer time as key business benefits.
Astronomers detect ‘whirlpool’ movement in earliest galaxies
Astronomers have looked back to a time soon after the Big Bang, and have discovered swirling gas in some of the earliest galaxies to have formed in the Universe. These ‘newborns’ – observed as they appeared nearly 13 billion years ago – spun like a whirlpool, similar to our own Milky Way. This is the first time that it has been possible to detect movement in galaxies at such an early point in the…
Do not delay – out of time 1975 Act claim by spouse is refused permission
The High Court has recently refused permission to a widow to bring her claim under the Inheritance (Provision for Family & Dependents) Act 1975 out of time, where the claim was over 10 years too late (Sargeant v Sargeant & Anor [2018] EWHC 8 (Ch)). Tiffany Wiggett of Hewitsons discusses the case.
Bringing Clerkenwell to Cambridge
Eve Waldron Design’s furniture dealership has now broadened its range of Scandinavian furniture brands to include, Carl Hansen & Son, PP Møbler and Muuto.
Webinar on building customer relationships
A free webinar, which discusses building relationships with customers and bringing digital marketing methods into your organisation, is now available.
Harnessing the power of algae: new, greener fuel cells move step closer to reality
A new design of algae-powered fuel cells that is five times more efficient than existing plant and algal models, as well as being potentially more cost-effective to produce and practical to use, has been developed by researchers at the University of Cambridge.
Cambridge Building Society launches new TV advertising
The Cambridge Building Society launches a new brand new TV advertisement this week using Sky Ad Smart.
Record breaking 2017 for London Stansted
London Stansted Airport recorded its busiest ever year as it welcomed 25.9 million passengers in 2017, an increase of 1.57 million passengers and 6.5% over the previous 12 months.
Owlstone Medical selected as finalist in IPF Catalyst Challenge
Owlstone Medical have been chosen as finalists in a competition for $1 million of funding for life-changing research into Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis (IPF).
Birketts' Motor Industry Group assists Gates Ford expansion
Top 100 law firm Birketts has advised Gates Group Limited on the acquisition of four car dealerships from Ford Retail Limited for an undisclosed sum.
Beware of (dis)incentives
The ‘ratcheting’ up of bonus goals can make workforces less motivated, so managers need a clear system of communicating changes to incentives, says a new study co-authored by Francisco Brahm of Cambridge Judge Business School.
Seminar offers a practical guide to GDPR
The One Group has partnered with experts and Cambridge Marketing College to take an intensive look at how GDPR will affect your marketing practices and the data you hold on customers, employees and other businesses.
Thales helps Saifu bring bank grade security to the cryptocurrency world
Cryptocurrencies now accessible to a wide non-tech savvy audience
Cambridge Chop House celebrates 10 year anniversary
Cambridge's best-known steak restaurant is celebrating its 10 year anniversary this January.
Labour and skills shortages are biggest business challenge
Skills shortages are reaching critical levels, according to the findings of the British Chambers of Commerce quarterly economic survey, the UK’s largest and most authoritative private-sector business survey.
Redgate acquires data discovery and classification tool to complete GDPR-ready line-up
Leading Microsoft SQL Server tools vendor, Redgate Software, has enhanced its portfolio by acquiring SQL Manager from Croatia-based company, SysKit. The move is in response to the introduction of legislation like the upcoming General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), and will enable Redgate users to satisfy increasing requirements for data privacy and protection.
Recently engaged? Tips on planning the perfect wedding
Christmas and New Year are officially the most popular dates for couples in the UK to get engaged. It’s not long into January before many couples start planning their big day and choosing the perfect wedding venue is among the biggest and most important decisions they have to make.
HiTeam shortlisted for FSB awards
HiTeam has been shortlisted for multiple awards at the East of England Federation of Small Businesses (FSB) Celebrating Small Business Awards 2018.
Arecor launches new website
Arecor Ltd, the leading formulation technology company focused on developing superior biopharmaceuticals via the innovative reformulation of proteins and peptides to improve the treatment of diabetes and other conditions, is pleased to announce the launch of its new website.
Antenova shows two new high performing 4G/LTE diversity antennas for small PCBs at CES
Antenova Ltd, manufacturer of antennas and RF antenna modules, is showing a brand new pair of high performing 4G/LTE antennas which are suitable for PCBs as small as 60mm, at the consumer electronics show CES in Las Vegas this week. The two antennas can also be used in 3G and MIMO applications.
Antenova compact antenna boosts GNSS signals - on show at CES
Antenova Ltd, manufacturer of antennas and RF antenna modules, is launching a brand new compact, all-in-one active GNSS antenna, part number M20047-1, at the CES show in Las Vegas this week. It adds another option to the company’s existing range of positioning antennas and modules.
Points of View: Global market outlook
This week Trina Yates of NW Brown focuses on the global market outlook in 2018.
TWI Innovation Network continues to grow with the launch of ninth Innovation Centre
The TWI Innovation Network continues to grow with the launch of the latest Innovation Centre in collaboration with London South Bank University.
The road to autonomous vehicles: report by Canalys, prepared for Arm
Autonomous capabilities will profoundly change the way we use our cars. Increased levels of automation will result in improved safety with fewer accidents, reduced congestion and improved journey times, and will allow passengers to use their commute time more productively.