UltraVision inspires the next generation of innovators
As part of their studies in A Level Science, students from Vandyke Upper School and Community College enjoyed a second visit to contact lens manufacturer UltraVision.
Cambridge study of peanut allergy therapy shows 84 per cent success
A new therapy for peanut allergy has been successful in the majority of the 99 children who took part in a trial conducted by researchers at Addenbrooke’s Hospital in Cambridge.
New low-cost gas sensor technology from TTP uses speed of sound
TTP’s SonicSense delivers accurate gas sensing at a fraction of the cost of existing methods.
ICE responds to HS2 Phase Two consultation
The proposed route for Phase Two of HS2 has been supported by the Institution of Civil Engineers (ICE) - however it recommends Government gives further consideration to several important factors.
Eurotech earns partner-level status in John Deere Supplier Programme
Amaro (Italy) – January 30th, 2014 – Eurotech, a leading supplier of embedded technologies, products and systems, today announces it has achieved Partner-level status, John Deere’s highest supplier rating, in the John Deere Achieving Excellence programme.
Horizon Discovery signs large-scale licence agreement for its X-MAN cell lines in Japan
Horizon Discovery™, a leading provider of research tools to support translational genomics and the development of personalized medicines, today announced it has entered into a large-scale licensing agreement with a Japanese medical university.
Cambridgeshire businesses call for better skills for young people
Businesses from Cambridgeshire have contributed to a national Skills and Employment Manifesto published today, calling on the government to radically transform the way young people are prepared for the world of work.
Tecan offers Cavro® Air Displacement Pipettor option for Cavro Omni Robot
Tecan has introduced a Cavro® ADP (Air Displacement Pipettor) module for the popular Cavro Omni Robot.
Hotbed Festival celebrates new writing in the Colour Films documentary
The Cambridge-based Menagerie Theatre Company runs the Hotbed Festival every year. Colour Films captured the fruits of last year's festival - and it's now available to view online!
UK Embedded Systems Conference explores user interface development
QNX Software Systems Limited, a global supplier of realtime operating systems and development tools for embedded systems, and KDAB, a market leader for Qt consulting and training, are teaming up to present a half-day workshop at the 2014 UK Device Developers' Conference.
Mantracourt Electronics achieves 25% growth during 2013
Electronic instrumentation specialist Mantracourt Electronics increases overseas sales performance with new technology and enhanced distribution channels.
Breathing Buildings supports the engineers of the future
Breathing Buildings has excellent links with young engineering students around the country, including taking Year in Industry students and summer placements.
How big data is changing the role of the marketer
The rising tide of customer information is reshaping the marketing landscape. Santander's Breakthrough Business Editor Nicola Smith explains how both companies and individual marketers must learn to adapt.
Michell’s new quick connect option saves time and money in a tight spot
Michell Instruments has added a new fast connection option to its Easidew PRO I.S. dew-point transmitter to make commissioning and maintenance in locations that are difficult to access as simple as possible – saving companies both time and money.
Lloyds CEO to discuss leadership and rebuilding trust with Cambridge EMBA students
Lloyds Chief Executive, António Horta-Osório, will take questions about the future of the post-crisis banking industry when he addresses an audience of Executive MBA students at Cambridge Judge Business School next Wednesday (February 5th) at 18:00 GMT.
Fevered imaginations
New study finds links between thyroid hormones and body temperature, shedding new light on changes that occur during fevers, and euphoric feelings arising from a hot bath or sauna.
Head first: reshaping how traumatic brain injury is treated
Traumatic brain injury affects 10 million people a year worldwide and is the leading cause of death and disability in children and young adults. A new study will identify how to match treatments to patients, to achieve the best possible outcome for recovery.
Sound advice for child tinnitus sufferers
Next week (February 3rd to 7th) is Tinnitus Awareness Week. Read about how children in the region suffering from the condition are being helped by Consultant Audiologist Dr David Baguley and his team at Addenbrooke’s Hospital in Cambridge.
Discover Bulgin’s Buccaneer® 7000 Series at Southern Manufacturing & Electronics 2014
Elektron Technology will be showcasing the latest addition to Bulgin’s Buccaneer® range of dust and waterproof mains power connectors at Southern Manufacturing & Electronics 2014 at FIVE in Farnborough (February 12th and 13th).
Cresset publishes January news
Cresset has published its latest computational chemistry software and services newsletter.
£5m boost for Alconbury Enterprise Campus
Alconbury Enterprise Campus in Cambridgeshire is among 12 Enterprise Zone bids shortlisted to receive funding to deliver ‘nuts and bolts’ infrastructure that will attract new businesses and jobs.
Workshops offer an introduction to Raspberry Pi
Cambridge's Centre for Computing History is running an exciting 'Introduction to Raspberry Pi' full-day workshop on Sunday February 23rd 2014.
BNY Mellon goes beyond the Boat Race
Well-known as the title sponsor of the Cambridge v Oxford Boat Race, Investment Management company BNY Mellon wants to extend its support of students beyond sport and into the learning environment.
Salt River Project selects Landis+Gyr for complete infrastructure upgrade
Salt River Project (SRP) has signed a long-term agreement with Landis+Gyr to update and expand its advanced metering and prepay technology in a phased, 10-year installation across their service territory.
New University research unit on Cambridge Biomedical Campus opens
A £10.8m new university research facility, the MRC Metabolic Disease Unit has been officially and jointly opened by the Chief Executive of the Medical Research Council, Professor Sir John Savill, and Director of the Wellcome Trust, Dr Jeremy Farrar.