New Medical Director announced for Cambridge University Hospitals
A new Medical Director has been appointed at Cambridge University Hospitals (CUH) NHS Foundation Trust. Dr Ashley Shaw currently heads up one of the Trust’s Clinical Divisions, with responsibility for Cancer, Imaging, Laboratories and Clinical Support which includes Outpatients and Pharmacy.
Birketts hires planning law specialist
Birketts, the top 100 law firm, has appointed Simon Kelly as a Legal Director to further strengthen its Planning and Environment Team.
Qubit safeguards sensitive customer data with Darktrace AI
Darktrace, the world leader in AI technology for cyber defense, has announced that Qubit, makers of the leading platform for personalized customer experiences, has deployed Darktrace’s disruptive machine learning technology to defend its network against external and insider threats.
LifeArc and AUTM partner to provide training for scholars in technology transfer
LifeArc, the UK medical research charity formerly known as MRC Technology, has partnered with US-based The Association of University Technology Managers (AUTM) Foundation to offer a competitive programme that will provide essential training for scientists seeking a career in life sciences technology transfer.
Qualcomm aptX HD audio technology ecosystem expanding rapidly
aptX HD supported by growing variety of smartphones, wireless speakers and wireless headphones
KISS sponsors CUER
KISS is proud to announce it is sponsoring Cambridge University Eco Racing (CUER), as they seek to break new records at the Bridgestone World Solar Challenge (WSC) 2017.
New PlantGrow® product launched at GLEE
PlantGrow is extending its range with the launch of a new product at GLEE 2017: PlantGrow Natural Rose Fertiliser.
Corey lends a hand to hygiene campaign
A brave schoolboy who is winning his fight against cancer has taken on another battle – to promote hand hygiene in hospitals.
Greenwoods employees raise £1,870 by completing a gruelling two-day challenge
‘Team Greenwoods’ - a group from Greenwoods Solicitors LLP - covered over 70 miles in two days to raise vital funds for Nene Park Trust and Papworth Hospital Charity.
How to grow your personal brand
Whether you are self-employed or work for a company, one of the most crucial aspects of business is your personal branding. If you are seeking to be successful, it is vital to understand how to effectively and accurately promote yourself and your ‘brand.’ Launching your own brand is always exciting, but at the same time, it can equally be very challenging.
Town and gown work together to make Open Cambridge 2017 the biggest yet
What do an 800-year old charter, a ballistic separator, and a mosaic of WWII aircraft all have in common? You can see them all, and much more besides, as part of the Open Cambridge festival this September.
Cambridge statistician appointed as Home Office’s Chief Scientific Adviser
Professor John Aston, Professor of Statistics at the University of Cambridge, has been appointed as the Home Office’s new Chief Scientific Adviser.
Sally is singled out for teaching excellence
An Anglia Ruskin University lecturer has been made a National Teaching Fellow (NTF) by the Higher Education Academy (HEA) – the third time in four years such an honour has been bestowed on one of the university’s teaching staff.
Otters learn from others to get to their food
Otters in social groups learn from their peers to solve tasks, according to new research published in the journal Royal Society Open Science.
Top British entry sets off for World Solar Challenge 2017
With the Bridgestone World Solar Challenge (BWSC) drawing closer, Cambridge University Eco Racing (CUER) has embarked on the first stage leading up to one of the greatest automotive challenges in the world.
Fraud is still on the rise: here’s what you need to know to manage attacks
At this time of year, many organisations have adjusted their business strategies to adapt to the constantly evolving fraud. Sean Neary, Featurespace’s Subject Matter Expert in Financial Services, recaps his fraud predictions from earlier this year and shares how to plan ahead for the rest of 2017.
Watermill Accounting hosts free workshop for entrepreneurs next month
Startups and SMEs are invited to a free accounting and finance workshop hosted by Watermill Accounting on 27th September at 10am to 12 noon at the Future Business Centre, Cambridge. Delegates will learn about R&D tax credits, profit and loss/balance sheets, ltd vs sole trader status, pensions, VAT and more.
Sign up now for Prospect Research's annual quiz in aid of EACH
Prospect Research is proud to announce that its Annual Charity Quiz, which raises money for East Anglia’s Children’s Hospices (EACH), will be taking place at Emmanuel College on Friday 13th October.
Magna makes strategic investment in solid-state LiDAR developer Innoviz
Magna has recently made a strategic investment to expand its existing collaboration with Innoviz Technologies Ltd., a pioneer in solid-state LiDAR technology. Magna started collaborating with Innoviz in December 2016.
Cambridge ready to lead UK’s industrial renaissance
With the official launch of the next stage in the Government’s Life Sciences Industrial Strategy, Cambridge can have a key role to deliver jobs, growth and investment for the East of England.
Darktrace joins UK Prime Minister in Japan trade mission
Darktrace joins a business delegation as it begins a three-day tour with the Prime Minister, starting in Tokyo.
Quantum computing event explores the implications for business
Quantum computing will break the cryptographic tools and standards that currently protect us from cyber threats. This applies to commerce, industry and government alike, and is such that all need to take action now.
The Centre for Computing History announces partnership with Citrix
The Centre for Computing History has joined forces with multinational tech company Citrix to bring more STEM learning activities to even greater numbers of children.
NW Brown offers advice on school fees planning
This week William Lynne of NW Brown looks at school fees planning.
Local charity attempts virtual walk from Land’s End to John O’ Groats
Headway Cambridgeshire supports people who have suffered brain injuries to cope with their changed circumstances and fulfil their potential. Part of this rehabilitation is physical therapy which takes place in its hub gyms under the supervision of trained instructors.