Excellence First Enterprise Consultancy (EFEC): Pioneering a learning culture for mutual growth in the UK and China

At Excellence First Enterprise Consultancy (EFEC), we believe that the heartbeat of any thriving organisation is its capacity to learn, adapt, and grow.

Biotech dominates at 2025 #21toWatch Awards with winners focused on remedying persisting medical challenges

The #21toWatch Top21.2025 winners have been announced at an inspirational awards ceremony at The Glasshouse innovation hub in Cambridge.

Groundbreaking ceremony marks the start of construction for Northstowe's Unity Centre

A groundbreaking ceremony took place on Thursday 6 March, as South Cambridgeshire District Council marked the start of construction of the Unity Centre, the permanent community centre for Phase 1 in the growing town of Northstowe.

25 years of Guardtech: the past, present and future as told by their founder

The Suffolk contamination control specialists constructed their first ever cleanroom 25 years ago – Director and founder Ray Wheeler explains how we became the business we are today

Visualising success in public speaking and presentations

If you’ve got a big talk to give, this simple trick of psychology can help you smash it.

Celebrating World Book Day at Kimbolton School

Pupils at Kimbolton School, Cambridgeshire, embraced the magic of reading as they celebrated World Book Day with a range of exciting activities designed to inspire a lifelong love of books.

Paediatric oncology nurse working in ward that treated her as a child to run Cambridge half to raise awareness of Addenbrooke’s hospital charity

22-year-old Molly Shelley works as a paediatric oncology nurse at Addenbrooke's - caring for young patients with cancer on the same ward that looked after her when she had leukaemia when she was three. Molly describes all of her memories as 'positive' because of the nursing staff that cared for her - and says it was her experiences as a child that made her want to become a nurse when she grew up…

Five Alarm Bio and Proteotype collaborate on new anti-aging approach

Five Alarm Bio Ltd and Proteotype Diagnostics Ltd have been awarded a highly-competitive collaborative grant from the Babraham Research Campus from the  Campus Innovation Award programme, to develop and test novel biomarkers for cellular senescence. 

Wilson Connectivity: Expanding the reach of wireless solutions with private 5G and enterprise-grade coverage

Connectivity really embodies what we’re about and we’re about connecting everyone, everywhere.” says Bruce Lancaster, CEO of Wilson Connectivity.  

From Wilson Electronics to Wilson Connectivity: A Broader Vision

New insights into ageing revealed

The way in which blood stem cells evolve over a lifespan differs greatly between humans and mice, new research reveals. The findings provide a new understanding of the critical factors that influence tissue ageing.

Jagex announces CEO Transition: Jon Bellamy appointed as CEO

Jagex, a leading UK video game company and developer of the RuneScape MMORPG franchise, is pleased to announce the appointment of Jon Bellamy as Chief Executive Officer. Jon will succeed Phil Mansell, who has served as CEO since 2017. Phil will remain with the business for a period of time to ensure a smooth transition.

MP welcomes funding boost for youth mental health in Cambridge

Daniel Zeichner MP has welcomed £290,100 in new funding to expand mental health support for hundreds of young people across Cambridge through community-based Early Support Hubs.

Following a year of closure for essential repairs, CWRC Peterborough Centre officially reopens

Cambridge Women’s Resource Centre (CWRC) is delighted to announce the reopening of its Peterborough Centre following extensive renovations to the roof and interiors. This milestone marks a significant step forward in the charity’s mission to provide a much-needed safe space with dedicated services for vulnerable women in the Peterborough community.

Cambridge University colleges commit to FutureIN construction apprentices

Landmark agreement addresses youth homelessness through construction work experience.

Breathing easier: tackling Alzheimer's through respiratory insights

At electronRx, we are constantly looking for ways we can leverage cutting-edge technology to redefine healthcare. We are excited about the potential of our work in pulmonary function and its connection to neurodegenerative diseases like Alzheimer's.

OBN invites life science R&D companies, industry leaders, academics, and investors to BioTrinity 2025

Opening keynote from Tim Haines, Executive Partner at Abingworth, to provide a review of the life science investment landscapeExpected to welcome c900 delegates [SB1] spanning early-stage life science R&D,

MP Andrew Pakes engages with local employers and apprentices to champion apprenticeship growth in Peterborough

Local employers and apprentices gathered last Friday for a roundtable discussion with Andrew Pakes, MP for Peterborough and Co-Chair of the Apprenticeships APPG, to discuss how to increase apprenticeship opportunities in the region.

Introducing Podcast Space – Your new creative hub for podcasting!

Podcast Space is a fully equipped recording and content creation studio, designed for podcasters, videographers, and creatives looking for a professional yet comfortable environment to bring their ideas to life. Whether you’re launching your first podcast, filming a professional interview, or creating content for your brand, Podcast Space gives you the tools to elevate your production.

TRIMTECH Therapeutics raises $31M seed funding to advance targeted protein degradation pipeline for treatment of neurodegenerative diseases

Oversubscribed financing led by Cambridge Innovation Capital and SV Health Investors’ Dementia Discovery Fund with M Ventures and Pfizer Ventures joining Investment will support further development of CNS penetrant therapeutics based on the Company’s TRIMTACTM

eg technology bolsters global presence with appointment of Paul Anglim

eg technology Ltd have started 2025 with a key appointment as Paul Anglim joins the specialist product design, engineering and development consultancy as we continue our international expansion.

Pragmatic Semiconductor launches next-generation platform for mixed-signal flexible ASIC design with early-access programme

Pragmatic FlexIC Platform Gen 3 accelerates chip design; delivers significant power and area improvements.

Mestag Therapeutics appoints Dr. Matthew Sleeman as Chief Scientific Officer

Mestag Therapeutics, a biotech company harnessing fibroblast immunology for the benefit of patients with inflammatory disease and cancer, announces that Matthew Sleeman, PhD, has been appointed Chief Scientific Officer.

Cambridge Innovation Capital co-leads $31M seed financing for TRIMTECH Therapeutics to advance neurodegenerative disease treatments

Cambridge Innovation Capital (CIC), a leading investor in life sciences and deep tech companies, today announces its role as a co-lead investor in TRIMTECH Therapeutics’ $31 million (£25 million) seed funding round.

Social Impact Summit invites local residents & organisations to "Hidden Heroes" event in Peterborough

Peterborough will host a major Social Impact Summit on Thursday 20th March, bringing together the community to tackle pressing local challenges and celebrate unsung heroes making a difference across the city. The event calls for participation from all residents, businesses, and organisations interested in creating positive social change in the region.

Why family businesses are flourishing in Italy

In Luciana's March newsletter, she delves into some interesting research which reveals how and why innovative Italian family businesses are delivering economic growth 📈