New children’s activity packs launched at Addenbrooke’s
Addenbrooke's Charitable Trust (ACT) funds children's activity packs initiative at Addenbrooke's.
Record proof-of-concept investment in new Oxford ventures in 2014
Over 20 new Oxford technologies and ventures received a record £2.6m in proof-of-concept funding in 2014, the University’s technology commercialisation company, Isis Innovation, has reported.
HR Masterclass: Lowe Clothing delegate story
With a client list that includes John Lewis, Topman and Arcadia, effective recruitment is a top priority for Chairman of Lowe Clothing, Jonathan Lowe. So last month’s HR-themed Santander Breakthrough Masterclass was an invitation he couldn’t refuse.
Silk Pearce designs for Honeybell Soap relaunch
Design and branding consultancy Silk Pearce has created new packaging designs for The Honeybell Soap Company as part of a product rebranding programme to help the company expand its UK and international sales.
F- star: Phase 1 trial for FS102 for treatment of HER2 positive breast and gastric cancer
F-star, a biopharmaceutical company focused on oncology and immunooncology, today announced the initiation of a phase 1 clinical study of FS102, its lead compound for treatment of HER2-positive breast and gastric cancer.
ECM Report finds fresh PhD software developers starting on £40k in Cambridge
ECM, the Cambridge-based high-tech recruitment experts who specialise in finding top jobs for exceptional candidates, have released their latest annual Salary & Benefits Report.
University of Cambridge appoints new Pro-Vice-Chancellors
Key appointments will provide support and leadership to the Vice-Chancellor over a period of growth and opportunity for the University and Greater Cambridge region.
Major incident continues at Addenbrooke's
Cambridge University Hospitals declared a major incident on Tuesday due to unprecedented levels of demand on its services with especially high numbers of frail elderly patients, combined with a record level of patients whose medical care is finished and whose discharge is delayed (DTOCs).
CUH Addenbrooke's stands down from major incident status but capacity remains critical
Capacity at Cambridge University Hospitals remains critical, however following the actions it and its partners have taken to improve the flow of patients through the hospital, this afternoon (Friday), the decision was taken to stand down from ‘major incident’ status but to maintain ‘internal critical incident’ status because of the ongoing bed pressure.
Putting on the Ritz: Part 1 of the Spirus guide to successful event management
There’s nothing quite like a great event. Whether it’s a staff summer party, a grand product launch, a motivating conference or an exclusive soiree, events can really get pulses racing and buzz buzzing. Handled well, they can provide PR opportunities, business leads and development opportunities, as well as all-round good feelings and morale-boosting memories. Handled badly though, they can be a…
GCGP reacts to USAF closures
Yesterday (Thursday), the United States Air Force (USAF) confirmed it will pull out of three UK airbases – RAF Mildenhall in Suffolk and RAF Alconbury and RAF Molesworth in Cambridgeshire.
A Happy New Year for GM crops?
Soon, EU Member States may be able to permit the cultivation of GM crops, says The Scientific Alliance.
Industry leaders join Michell Instruments at the Copacabana Beach
Twenty delegates from major Brazilian companies joined Michell Instruments Brasil at the Arena Hotel in Copacabana, Rio de Janeiro during November to find out more about the company’s innovative humidity products and services.
Addenbrooke’s Charitable Trust thanks supporters for ten years
Addenbrooke’s Charitable Trust (ACT), the dedicated charity for Addenbrooke’s and the Rosie hospitals, is saying thank you to all its supporters as it marks its tenth anniversary.
International Workplace announces FM Learning Hub alongside Facilities Show
Learning and development specialist, International Workplace – formerly known as Workplace Law – is to run an exclusive Learning Hub to run alongside Facilities Show, the UK’s leading exhibition for the FM sector.
Cambridge Rules public art work set to be recommended following consultation
A proposed art work by Neville Gabie and Alan Ward to commemorate the role of Parker’s Piece as the birthplace of the ‘Cambridge Rules,’ which helped establish the modern game of football, is set to be commissioned.
Domino invests in new facilities and development in India
Domino has opened a state-of-the-art factory in Manesar, India dedicated to the manufacture of inks and printers for coding and marking, and located in a leading business hub in the Delhi-Mumbai industrial corridor.
Whitehill Pelham Ltd toasts first year at Milton Hall
Leading recruitment consultancy celebrates its first anniversary at independent serviced office provider, Milton Hall Cambridge.
Social enterprises - join Catalyst 2015 on 31 January
The Catalyst conference on January 31st will address a wide range of issues and approaches to social enterprise, including panel sessions, discussions with inspirational leaders in the field, and workshops to empower those who seek to build their own successful social enterprise.
AIXTRON consistently continues with its reorganization in 2015
Key focus remains on customers, growth fields and efficiency enhancement
Horizon Discovery Group plc acquires Haplogen Genomics GmbH
Strategic acquisition of high-throughput functional genomics platform aims to drive product development, revenue growth and enable broader market penetration.
Open University and social partners get boost to support access to Higher Education
The Open University (OU) is delighted to announce it has received funding from HEFCE to extend the work conducted by its Social Partnerships Network.
Scientist to develop new Centre for Food & Health and to head the Institute of Food Research
Norwich Research Park partner, The Institute of Food Research, is delighted to announce the appointment of Professor Ian Charles as its new Director and to lead the programme to develop the UK’s new Centre for Food & Health which will be based at the Norwich Research Park.
Illumina announces AOCC to receive Agricultural Greater Good Initiative
Project designed to improve food security in Africa
Cambridge Wireless experts make 2015 predictions
Industry experts from Cambridge Wireless (CW), the leading global community for companies involved in wireless and mobile technologies, have made their personal predictions for 2015. CW Special Interest Group (SIG) champions comment on a wide range of topics, from the evolution of wearable devices and the promised launch of the Apple iWatch to the hype surrounding the Internet of Things and the…