The new world of work – how flexible and part-time working are becoming the norm
Are you a SME intrigued to learn more about how to harness the right talent for growth? Come along to a Cambridge Network breakfast networking event next month with Sara Hill, founder of Capability Jane and the Job Share Project.
Field Pathogenomics a defence against rust and other 'cereal killers'
Leading scientists discuss rust prediction and prevention at forthcoming Agri-Tech East event.
Lights! Camera! Play! New exhibition explores the crossover between videogames and cinema
A new gaming exhibition will open at the Cambridge Centre for Computing History on Saturday (26th March). Lights! Camera! Play! will showcase how games and cinema have influenced one another from the 70s to the present day through displays of objects, playable games, and more.
Ten years of Twitter
On this day 10 years ago, software developer Jack Dorsey (@Jack) typed out a simple message. He only had 140 characters to work with and the words “just setting up my twttr” shortly appeared on the website which we now recognize as Twitter. As Twitter turns 10, Thales e-security looks at the changes to Twitter and other social media sites, the introduction of the 'social media buy button' and how…
Cambridge Science Festival 2016: artificial intelligence stole the show
The 22nd annual Cambridge Science Festival finished on a high yesterday (Sunday) at the Cambridge Biomedical Campus, following two momentous weeks of over 350 events and 60,000 visits, making it the largest Festival to date in terms of both events and visits.
Sepura increases commitment to APAC region
Sepura has enhanced its operations in the Asia-Pacific region by investing in new prestigious offices in both Malaysia and Australia.
Metrion Biosciences and EU partners receive €2.2M Eurostars SME funding
Babraham-based Metrion Biosciences Ltd, the specialist ion channel contract research organisation (CRO), today announced it is leading a consortium in receipt of a €2.2 million funding award under the Eurostars SME programme.
The District wins 'Best in Publishing'
Creative agency The District earns an international award for its work on a Norwich University of the Arts project.
If we are not rich can we still be happy? OU academic investigates
Rich beyond your wildest dreams, but does that make you happy? Professor Paul Anand argues that it is factors other than simply wealth which determine your happiness levels. To mark World Happiness Day - which took place this weekend - he introduces the measurement concept and the value of flourishing.
Make clock change easy with Lumie light therapy
Cambridge-based light therapy specialist Lumie says waking with light is the key to managing clock change on Easter Sunday.
Tame your computer - menu manipulation
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 describes how to bring back the menu bar (Internet Explorer and Firefox).
Virtual reality - beyond the geeks and gamers
If, when you think of virtual reality and its uses, you imagine geeks with headsets playing computer games and space simulators, then you’d probably be right. However, this technology also offers massive benefits for industrial applications.
Cricket legend Gooch to deliver public talk
Former England and Essex cricket captain Graham Gooch OBE will deliver the third Excellence in Sport public lecture at Anglia Ruskin University in Cambridge on Tuesday, 12 April (5.45pm).
Are you glad to be grey?
Scientists have found a gene responsible fore grey hair - would you take the pill to prevent it if one became available? The discovery prompted discussion about what it means to go grey (for both men and women).
Rolling the dice: the importance of luck in business
Luck often separates the good and the great in business, finds a new study urging a shift in management focus.
Host a training course and benefit your business
Could your organisation host one of Cambridge Network's Learning Collaboration training courses? Using your facilities for one of its upcoming courses will benefit your business...
IWM Duxford's American Air Museum officially opened by HRH The Duke of Kent
Yesterday (Thursday), saw the official opening of IWM Duxford’s transformed American Air Museum by His Royal Highness The Duke of Kent, President of the Board of Trustees for Imperial War Museums since 1974.
Sepura triumphs in local business awards
Celebrations are in progress at Sepura this week, after the company’s achievements were recognised in two prestigious local business awards.
Cambridge Science Festival draws to a close this weekend
The annual two-week celebration of science draws to a close this weekend, following a packed programme of many sell-out events investigating the theme of big data and knowledge.
TriSys recruitment software available on non-Windows computers including Raspberry Pi
World’s most user-friendly recruitment software created by TriSys gives start up recruitment agencies access to enterprise-grade CRM features at an affordable price-point.
What do you think of the proposed devolution deal?
Neil Darwin, Chief Executive of the Greater Cambridge Greater Peterborough (GCGP) Local Enterprise Partnership, is asking local businesses for their views about the proposed devolution deal for East Anglia, while Cambridge Network has organised a meeting on Thursday 31st March to engage more of the business community in the decisions.
cr360 wins TWI Award for Technology Export at Cambridge News Business Excellence Awards
Cambridge-based EHS and sustainability management software developer recognised for constant growth and global client base.
Pure awards Cambscuisine 'Employer of the Year' at Cambridge News Business Awards
Pure Resourcing Solutions is pleased to congratulate Cambscuisine, winners of the Pure-sponsored “Employer of the Year” category at the Cambridge News Business Excellence Awards held last night (Thurs) at King’s College, Cambridge.
Syrris showcases Asia Automated Reagent Injector
Syrris, a world leader in the field of flow chemistry, previewed its Asia Automated Reagent Injector at the SCI/RSC Continuous Flow Technology conference in Cambridge, UK, this week.
Shooting Image Ltd launches new business video website
After eight years producing business videos for Cambridge and UK-wide companies, it was finally time to re-design the Shooting Image Ltd website.