New puzzle magazine based on University research aims to support childhood learning
A new puzzle-based magazine founded on research conducted by academics at the University of Cambridge has been launched to support learning in the core subjects of the National Curriculum.
Fighting prostate cancer with a tomato-rich diet
Men who eat over 10 portions a week of tomatoes have an 18 per cent lower risk of developing prostate cancer, new research suggests.
Data indicates Brilique™ has flexibility to be initiated pre-hospital/STEMI patients
AstraZeneca today announced the results of the Phase IV ATLANTIC study, which indicates that the profile of BRILIQUE™/BRILINTA™ (ticagrelor) is comparable whether administered in a pre-hospital or in-hospital setting to ST segment elevation myocardial infarction (STEMI) patients.
The challenge of engineering the Kelpies
Recently, Falkirk in Scotland saw the opening of the Kelpies, two 30-metre high horse head sculptures either side of a lock in a new canal extension.
Amino showcases expanded solutions-based connected home portfolio at IBC 2014
Amino, leaders in IPTV, is to showcase at IBC 2014 (RAI Amsterdam, 12-16 September) how its solutions portfolio is evolving to deliver the latest developments in 4K/HEVC, multiscreen content security and home monitoring and control capabilities.
Conference Cambridge exhibits for the first time at HBAA Forum
The free venue-finding service for the University, Colleges, hotels and other unique venues in Cambridge, Newmarket and beyond is marking its recent membership of the HBAA by exhibiting at the Association’s Annual Forum.
Cambridge Sensotec secures major export contract
Cambridge Sensotec Ltd, a UK based manufacturer of scientific gas analysis instruments, is proud to announce the signing of a major contract to supply the company’s Rapidox brand of oxygen gas analysers to Heller Industries Inc. Heller Industries is the world’s leading solder reflow oven manufacturer based in the USA, with manufacturing plants in China, Korea and Malaysia.
Spirus tip of the week: how to measure your ROI
Marketing performance measurement is a controversial subject. John Wanameker once famously said: “Half the money I spend on advertising is wasted; the trouble is I don't know which half”. It is somehow interesting, that even after 100 years, with all analytical frameworks and technology at our disposal and so much research done into the field, marketers still sometimes struggle when it comes to…
Cambridge researchers to hold free public meeting on dementia
Scientists based in Cambridge are holding a free public meeting about dementia on 10 September 2014.
Miss England takes the ice bucket challenge at Addenbrooke’s
The reigning Miss England 2014, Carina Tyrrell, completed the ‘Ice Bucket Challenge’ at Addenbrooke's Hospital today to raise awareness of motor neurone disease.
Product of the Week from 1Plex
Transform your meetings with the SMART Room System for Microsoft Lync, says IT company 1Plex.
Nujira shortlisted for Design Team of the Year award
Cambourne based chip company Nujira has been shortlisted for two award categories at this year’s British Engineering Excellence Awards (BEEAs). Selected by a leading panel of CTOs and electronics engineers, the Nujira EasyET team was selected for the “Design Team of the Year” award, with Analogue IC Design Engineer Benoit Labbe receiving a separate nomination for the “Design Engineer of the Year”.
Students say Gianna has the WOW factor
Drama lecturer Dr Gianna Bouchard has been nominated for an award for going the extra mile for her students – and Anglia Ruskin University as a whole could be in line for recognition.
Big strategy decisions ahead for electric cars
Those making or intending to make electric cars or their components have big strategy decisions ahead. These decisions must be made in the context of all car-like vehicles, whether homologated as cars or as something else. As the new IDTechEx report, Hybrid and Pure Electric Cars 2014-2024: Technologies, Markets, Forecasts points out, it is essential to look at the big picture
Anglia Ruskin University exhibition provides Platform for success
A special exhibition showcasing the best work from Anglia Ruskin University’s Masters art and design students will go on display next month.
Mantracourt wireless instrumentation range now available in Japan
Mantracourt appoints distributor for electronic instrumentation products and achieves telemetry certification for its T24 wireless instrumentation product range for the Japanese market
Mills & Reeve advises Angel Di Maria on his British record transfer to Manchester United
Leading national law firm Mills & Reeve has advised Argentinian international footballer Angel Di Maria on his British record transfer to Manchester United from Real Madrid for £59.7 million.
Tecan and RECIPE announce co-marketing agreement for automation of LC-MSMS IVD kits
With clinical laboratories increasingly turning to high throughput LC-MSMS analysis, laboratory automation specialist Tecan and RECIPE Chemicals and Instruments GmbH, a leading manufacturer of IVD/CE diagnostic products, have announced a co-marketing agreement for automation of LC-MSMS IVD kits.
Impact of Scottish Independence on Agricultural and Nutritional Research in Cambridge
According to a paper published by A&N Research, the effect of the Scottish research community going it alone in areas such as agritech and nutrition could be significant for UK-based institutions, especially those based here in Cambridge
Johnny Ball calculates the cost of youth homelessness
The ‘populiser of mathematics’ is counting on Cambridgeshire businesses to take part in Byte Night.
Best practices: Deploying a successful EHS management system
Identifying key business requirements with multiple stakeholders is fundamental to deploying an efficient, cost-effective EHS system.
Six simple steps to writing the ultimate cover letter
So you’ve spotted the perfect job vacancy. You can bet that other job seekers have also seen it – especially if they’re signed up to the same recruitment agency. Without further ado, you need to get down to writing a cover letter that’ll get you onto that all-important interview shortlist.
Bolometers for wild-fire monitoring
This article reviews the use of new bolometer technologies to detect wild-fires.
Citrix collaboration with Google delivers new receiver for Chrome and Chromebook users
The Citrix and Google collaboration continues to accelerate with new product releases, including Receiver for Chrome and a strong growth of new joint customers and channel partners.
Citrix sees growing demand for industry-tailored file sharing solutions
Citrix announced strong momentum for ShareFile with more than 60% revenue growth during the first half of 2014. Financial, legal, accounting and construction firms entrust their documents to ShareFile.