CUH nurse scoops study grant to develop app to help intensive care patients communicate
A Cambridge University Hospitals (CUH) research nurse has won a prestigious study grant to improve the care of patients on intensive care units by developing the use of an app to help them communicate.
Business protection in a nutshell: planning for the worst
Businesses and the owner/managers of businesses should makes themselves aware of the consequences of various unfortunate events happening and have measures in place to minimise the effect. The death or incapacity of directors or key members of staff can be mitigated, at least in part by the provision of life insurance before the event.
From the frying pan to the fire? Is there a good time to leave a job?
Everyone has those moments of frustration at work; an over-demanding boss, long hours, lack of career progression or the feeling that they are being underpaid or overlooked.
Somersault shortlisted for CMA International Content Marketing Awards
Somersault has been shortlisted for the 2015 CMA International Content Marketing Awards. The nomination is in the ‘Best Video’ category for the Outperformance campaign delivered for leading B2B brand Investors in People (IIP).
BlueCreation's Wi-Fi module addresses IoT with exceptional set of advantages
BlueCreation, a leading provider of wireless modules and solutions, has announced today the release of BC188, its ultra-low power Wi-Fi module.
A touch of frugal genius
A “gutsy” Indian approach to innovation is being echoed worldwide by multinational companies adopting “frugal” approaches that help them do business faster, better and cheaper.
Penningtons Manches cleantech group advises Manx Tidal Energy on seabed survey licence
Penningtons Manches has recently advised tidal energy company Manx Tidal Energy Limited (MTE), the company which has been granted a seven year survey licence by the Isle of Man Government to survey the seabed off the Point of Ayre.
Energy security will trump emissions reduction
When hard choices have to be made, voters will expect governments to keep the lights on, says The Scientific Alliance.
Air Liquide acquires PoroGen Corporation
Air Liquide Advanced Technologies US LLC has recently acquired PoroGen Corporation, a leading manufacturer of porous polymeric membranes for use in many industries including oil and gas, refining and petrochemicals, energy, power generation, and aerospace.
Immigration and asylum feature prominently at Cambridge Festival of Ideas
An insightful series of hard-hitting debates and discussions about asylum, immigration and the rise of the far right will take place at this year's Cambridge Festival of Ideas.
Kerio names Mirek Kren as new Chief Executive Officer
Kren will lead Kerio’s global management team and will be responsible for the company’s overall business strategy and operations.
Cancer Research UK launches £100M Grand Challenges
Cancer Research UK has launched Grand Challenges* - the biggest and most ambitious cancer grants in the world - which aim to overcome the greatest barriers standing in the way of beating cancer.
Internationally renowned engineer is made a Doctor of Science
The Chairman of the Cambridge Network, engineer and entrepreneur Andy Harter, received the award of Doctor of Science from Professor Michael Thorne, Vice Chancellor of Anglia Ruskin University, during a graduation ceremony at the Corn Exchange, Cambridge, this morning.
Unique collaboration between NHSA and Congenica announced at BIA Bioscience Forum
Rare disease diagnosis will be available in days, not years, as a new agreement paves the way for a consistent diagnostic platform across the North of England.
MP calls for more digital champions during Get Online Week
Daniel Zeichner MP will visit local charity Cambridge Online tomorrow (Friday) at the Hester Adrian Centre, Hawthorn Way, Cambridge, CB4 1AX as part of the annual "Get Online Week" which aims to show thousands of people how the internet can make their lives easier.
Crescendo Biologics launches new strategy in oncology drug discovery & development
Crescendo Biologics Limited, the drug discovery and developer of Humabody™ VH therapeutics, has announced the launch of the Company’s new drug development strategy.
Study shows link between tattoos and anger
A new study shows that despite now being mainstream, UK adults with tattoos are still more aggressive and rebellious than those without.
What the recent landmark divorce ruling means for wealthy individuals
Taylor Vinters’ Dr Alexandra Gooden, a family law specialist, has joined City AM’s elite ‘Expert Voices’ as a blogger. In her first blog, Alexandra looks at what this week's landmark divorce ruling means for wealthy individuals.
‘The case for Cambridge’ heard in parliament
Two Cambridgeshire MPs, Labour’s Daniel Zeichner and Conservative Lucy Frazer, joined forces to call for more powers for Cambridge and surrounding areas to govern our own affairs in the House of Commons debate on devolution.
Splint to protect ‘funny bone’ nerve wins healthcare innovation competition
A CUH consultant has won an award to develop a splint to protect the ulnar nerve, commonly called the ‘funny bone’. Dr Andrew Michell is one of the two winners of the latest Health Enterprise East Innovation competition.
New insights into the dynamics of past climate change
A new study finds that changing climate in the polar regions can affect conditions in the rest of the world far quicker than previously thought.
Eden Project co-founder receives honorary degree
Co-founder of the Eden Project, author and entrepreneur Sir Tim Smit KBE was given the award of Doctor of Science by Anglia Ruskin University Vice Chancellor, Professor Michael Thorne, during a graduation ceremony at the Corn Exchange, Cambridge, yesterday (Weds).
Romantic narrative of childbirth challenged
A powerful series of photographs chronicling childbirth in a Prague hospital in the early 1990s will go on show in Cambridge next week.
Studio 24 helps visualise risk on the world’s economy
Cambridge-based digital marketing agency Studio 24 has just launched the Cambridge Risk Framework, their latest project with ongoing client the University of Cambridge Judge Business School.
Anthias Consulting welcomes Richard Stokes as consultant and trainer
Anthias Consulting, a leading international provider of training and consultancy in Gas Chromatography and GC-MS, is pleased to announce the appointment of Richard Stokes, who has recently joined the team in the role of Consultant and Trainer.