Cambridge awarded EPSRC funding for doctoral training centres in sensing and analysis
Two new Cambridge University Centres for Doctoral Training (CDTs) are to be funded as part of a package unveiled by the Chancellor of the Exchequer, The Rt. Hon George Osborne MP.
The green economy
"Is Siemens' investment in wind turbine manufacturing in Hull a sign of a strong green economy?" asks The Scientific Alliance.
‘Rage against the machines’ wins major prize
Former Anglia Ruskin University student Brendan Sharp has won the Wyn Harness Prize for young journalists, an annual award presented by The Independent newspaper.
Stansted can play critical role in meeting London’s connectivity needs
Stansted is uniquely placed to meet London’s growing aviation needs over the next 15 years, Stansted Airport’s Managing Director said yesterday (Thurs).
'Why WordPress is the best choice for websites today'
Spirus explains why it believes WordPress is the best solution for clients who want new websites.
Cambridge Sensotec offers improved gas analysis and detection equipment calibration service
With the addition of two new automated calibration stations, Cambridge Sensotec is now able to offer a fully comprehensive and professional calibration service for a wide range of gas analysis and detection equipment. This service is not only available for the company’s Rapidox range of gas analysers, but also for many other brands.
Landis+Gyr awarded information security ISO 27001 in Europe
Landis+Gyr sites have acquired prestigious certification for demonstrated excellence in information security management.
Leading researchers invited by ZEISS to workshop on correlative 3D microscopy
One hundred and fifty life scientists from 23 countries meet at the VIB in Ghent.
First sightings of solar flare phenomena confirm 3D models of space weather
Scientists have for the first time witnessed the mechanism behind explosive energy releases in the Sun’s atmosphere, confirming new theories about how solar flares are created.
Last chance to have your say as part of Northstowe's public consultation
The Northstowe Town project - a planned new town of 10,000 homes, situated approximately 10km north-west of Cambridge - is currently in a period of public consultation relating to proposed plans for the next stage.
Pure congratulates Employer of the Year 2014 – Cambridge Building Society
Pure Resourcing Solutions is thrilled to announce that Cambridge Building Society triumphed at last week's Cambridge News Business Excellence Awards by winning the prestigious Pure-sponsored ‘Employer of the Year’ category.
Funding available for new websites and marketing support
Emerald Frog Marketing is proud to be listed as a supplier in the Destination Digital scheme recently launched across Cambridgeshire.
ZEISS unveils two new lenses at NAB Show 2014
At NAB Show 2014 in Las Vegas next month (April 7-10), ZEISS will be showing its entire portfolio of lenses at booth C9042.
Race4Business to help Fair Havens build their new hospice
Havens Hospices are this year’s nominated charity of the Birketts Race4Business and a target of £25k has been set to help fund a new hospice in the heart of Southend. The annual charity race is now in its sixteenth year and has raised over £440k for good causes since its inception.
VirtualStudio.TV hosts housewarming at new studio in Cambridge
VirtualStudio.TV recently moved to a bigger video production studio in Cambridge. The new studio has tonnes more space, a nice big client green room, and best of all – a much comfier sofa!
Staff complete buy-out of Team Consulting
As part of a long-planned succession and change to the ownership structure, Team’s employees have now acquired most of the shares owned by founder Andy Fry and chairman Jerry Turner…
‘Arab League and EU must lead future peace talks’
Professor Moshe Amirav, a key adviser to former Israel Prime Minister Ehud Barak, last night (Weds) called for the Arab League and the European Union to replace the United States as the key intermediary in negotiations between Israel and Palestine.
Cambridge Design Partnership unveils new state-of-the-art R&D Centre
Innovative technology and design consultancy Cambridge Design Partnership last night (Weds) unveiled its brand new purpose-built R&D Centre in Toft, near Cambridge. World class facilities and a new brand identity will cater for its growing portfolio of international and blue chip clients.
Stansted scoops best airport award for the fourth year running
London Stansted Airport is flying high after being crowned the world’s best airport for low-cost airlines for the fourth year in a row at the World Airport Awards.
AstraZeneca and Shenzhen University Health Science Center collaborate on CKD
AstraZeneca today announced a research collaboration with Shenzhen University Health Science Center. Under the agreement, the partners will undertake pre-clinical research focused on chronic kidney disease (CKD), which represents a large and growing unmet medical need in China. In 2010, there were over 112 million kidney disease sufferers in China and this is expected to rise by 20% to more than…
Tour de France 100 days to go: Are you ready for the One Hundred Challenge?
With 100 days to go before the Tour de France comes to the UK, Cambridge is marking the milestone with the One Hundred Challenge this Saturday (29 March).
Nujira champions future stars of electronics industry
Nujira Ltd, the world’s leader in Envelope Tracking (ET) technology, has announced its sponsorship of a student through the UK Electronics Skill Foundation (UKESF) programme, demonstrating the company’s commitment to nurturing talent to support the future of the industry.
First day of dealings on AIM for Horizon Discovery Group plc
Horizon Discovery Group plc, the life science company supplying research tools to organisations engaged in genomics research and the development of personalised medicines, is delighted to announce its flotation today on the London Stock Exchange’s AIM market. Horizon’s listing is the largest in terms of funds raised by any Cambridge cluster biotech on AIM, and will ensure its longevity and status…
Sagentia chairs Injectable Drug Delivery conference
Sagentia, a global science, product and technology development company, has been invited to chair the Management Forum’s Injectable Drug Delivery conference this week (26-27 March) at Le Meridien Piccadilly in London.
Rubber Cheese launches new website for Sawbridgeworth Town Council
Sawbridgeworth Town Council recently approached Rubber Cheese for a new website to become a useful and easily accessible resource of information, news and events for the town’s residents.