Fifth Cambridge summit will take the pulse of big data risk
Cambridge Centre for Risk Studies will host its annual Risk Summit on 23-24 June exploring global hot topics in risk management.
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Intensive English Courses at La Dante
CogniDox provides document management integration with Microsoft Outlook
Cognidox today announced the availability of an updated version of their Microsoft Office Add-in that adds Microsoft Outlook® to the list of supported applications. The Add-in already provides support for Word®, Excel®, and PowerPoint®.
Scientists are human too: the importance of communication in science & technology
The science and technology industries are hugely exciting. They’re dynamic, creative, innovative spaces packed with talented, visionary people - and that’s magnified enormously when you work somewhere like Cambridge.
Will an outsourced lead generation company know enough about you?
Prospect Research, a business development consultancy based in Cambridge, writes: Over the years, the main concern we’ve heard from companies looking to outsource their lead generation and telemarketing is: “how will an outside company be able to understand enough about us and speak to our prospects sensibly when they’re not experts on what we do?”
Groundbreaking collaborative clinical trial launched
The Lung-MAP trial uses a multi-drug, targeted screening approach to match patients with promising new cancer treatments based on their unique tumor profiles.
World first use of artificial pancreas for Type 1 diabetes 'a success'
A groundbreaking project that has seen adults with Type 1 diabetes use an artificial pancreas in their own homes for an extended period for the first time has been successful at improving their night-time blood glucose levels, according to research results announced today.
New application integrates materials knowledge with PTC Windchill PLM
At this week’s PTC Live Global (Boston, MA, June 15-19, Booth 304), Granta Design will be demonstrating a new materials data integration application for the PTC® Windchill® PLM system.
Owlstone introduces UltraFAIMS for improved mass spectrometry
Owlstone introduces a low-cost accessory for mass spectrometers that provides an additional dimension of high-speed separation by ion mobility.
Cambridge Coding Extravaganza is a major success
The first-ever Cambridgeshire Coding Extravangaza last week saw 70 children aged 9 to 11 (Years 5 and 6) from 11 local schools* descend on the Centre for Computing History. At 10 different coding pods, they made fish go disco, Jelly Babies scream, robots’ eyes flash, fireworks explode and turtles walk...
iTrinegy's work with major healthcare provider shortlisted in Computer Weekly Awards
Cambridge-based IT technology vendor working with the NHS is recognised in public sector category for top European award.
Delicious presentations ('Do you want slides with that?')
For best results, think of your presentation as a meal.
Horizon Discovery and LGC awarded grant for next generation cancer diagnostics
Improving minimally invasive circulating DNA diagnostic assays supports implementation of stratified and personalized intervention strategies.
Six Cambridge academics named in the Queen's Birthday Honours List
Professor David Spiegelhalter, The Winton Professor for the Public Understanding of Risk in the Department of Applied Mathematics and Theoretical Physics, is one of six University of Cambridge academics recognised in the Queen's Birthday Honours List.
Tame your computer - set the style
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 apply and modify heading styles to titles and subtitles (Microsoft Word)...
e-Luminate Cambridge Festival has new Curator and is now open for submissions
Now in its third year, the e-Luminate Cambridge Festival focuses on the central role of light in the modern world and celebrates its global importance. It has established a reputation for its ambitious programme and attracts thousands of visitors to Cambridge to see art and innovative technology coming together against the unique backdrop of the city.
FotoInsight takes over operation of the website “Printing-1”
The fragmented photo print industry is undergoing concentration through acquisitions. The Cambridge online photo print service FotoInsight has taken over operation of the rival website “Printing-1”.
Founders, feasting and friends: Business of Software Conference final programme
Business of Software Conference Europe, 25-25 June Cambridge, has published the final programme and it’s a must-see with Kathy Sierra opening a packed two day programme of talks about building great software and great software companies.
Call for buskers!
Applications are now being taken from buskers for the forthcoming Cambridge Buskers and Street Performers Festival.
New technology will increase yield sustainably
New technologies in breeding, monitoring and decision-making have the potential to increase crop yields sustainably by 5% - 20%, according to speakers at a technical seminar hosted by Agri-Tech East at Cereals 2014 last week.
Agri-tech set to revitalise essential industry sector
Agri-tech provides the next focus for technology innovation, offering tangible returns within short lead times, says Dr Belinda Clarke, director of Agri-Tech East. The organisation is creating a global innovation hub for the sector.
PraxisUnico Impact Award winners announced
Steve Mould, science and TV presenter, announced the winners of PraxisUnico’s Impact Awards at a glittering ceremony in Cardiff last week.
Syrris launches Asia Flux electrochemistry module at IMRET 2014
Syrris, a world-leader in the field of flow chemistry, is pleased to announce the forthcoming launch of its Asia Flux electrochemistry module at the International Conferences on MicroREaction Technology (IMRET) in Budapest, Hungary, from 23rd to 25th June 2014.
BACTEST launches Speedy Breedy in the US brewing sector at MBAA Conference
BACTEST is proud to launch Speedy Breedy at the Master Brewers Association of the Americas [MBAA]. With the upsurge in US microbreweries, quality of beer will become a key factor for their continual growth.
Signature Senior Lifestyle building
AT Jones is working on the Signature Senior Lifestyle scheme, a new care home in Coombe, near Kingston-upon-Thames.